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UOB inks MOU with Vietnam's FPT to modernise banking with AI and cloud

They seek to modernise banking services in UOB’s key markets.

Singtel unit clinches $1.5b revolving credit facility from 11 banks

Three-year tenor was arranged for general corporate use.

Singapore eyes deeper defence ties with Australia and Qatar

The high-level defence forums anchor parallel diplomatic meetings across multiple regions.

Ginko-AGT raises Nam Cheong stake above substantial shareholder threshold

Its holding rose to 6.009% after buying 50,000 shares in May.

Concord New Energy strikes $158.5m leaseback deal with industrial bank

The lessee will make quarterly lease payments under a floating interest rate.

Defence minister urges flexible partnerships amidst evolving security landscape

The Defence Minister said traditional institutions must evolve with emerging risks.

FairPrice locks prices of over 500 essentials until end-August

The expanded price freeze covers groceries and daily necessities to help households manage rising costs.

Golden Agri cuts emissions by 4.6% in 2025

The agribusiness also expanded its use of renewable energy, supply chain traceability, and support for smallholders.

AI, hybrid work to reshape offices by 2050: IWG

Neural implants, VR meeting rooms, and flexible work models are expected to redefine the workplace.

Monday Wrap: AI growth, telecom pressure, and export scrutiny

AI lifts growth outlook as export checks tighten and telco rivalry stays intense.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.98%; Top stock is Wilmar Intl

Wilmar Intl is the top stock with a 5.90% increase.

Singapore residents raise financial independence bar to over $1m

Majority now target more than $1m, with Gen Z pushing retirement expectations earlier.

Singapore, Princess Cruises to double sailings by 2030 in 3-year deal

Diamond, Sapphire, and Grand Princess ships will operate up to 28-day voyages.

SingStat revamps trade data with wider firm coverage, drops old index

The methodology removes industry weights by summing actual revenue across 12 specific trade categories.