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Equinix, NUS partner to advance data centre sustainability
Equinix, NUS partner to advance data centre sustainability
Equinix will invest $5.36m (US$4m) for a data facility.
Zebra Technologies, Singapore Manufacturing Federation sign deal to enhance SME growth
The partnership will include training programmes and knowledge sharing.
Singapore’s NBFI assets rise 4% in 2024
The increase was driven by expansion of insurers and investment funds.
Singapore and Saudi Arabia sign MoU on health cooperation
It outlines areas such as education and training, primary healthcare, and promotion policies.
SingHealth names new CEO for Eastern General Hospital
Gan Wee Hoe’s appointment will be concurrent with his position as SCH’s CEO.
ISCA, Kaplan partner to grow accountancy profession in Singapore
They will be launching a 15-month programme for students, covering the learning outcomes of SCAQ foundation programme.
SG insurers see growth in new business premiums and asset holdings
However, higher interest rates could constrain new business growth and increase policy redemptions.
MAS says households must exercise financial prudence amidst uncertainties
Household risks remain contained with strong buffers, but resilience is crucial amidst geopolitical uncertainties.
Business sentiment among Singapore property players improves in Q3 on rate declines
The current sentiment index rose to 5.9 from 4.8 in Q2.
Business receipts in service industries rise 12.7% YoY in Q3 2024
Information and Communications led business receipts growth.
ZICO Capital exits role as SinoCloud sponsor over commercial reasons
Its last day as SinoCloud’s sponsor will be on 25 February 2025.
Residential prices fall by 0.7% QoQ in Q3
Rents also declined by 4% during the quarter.
Singapore banks well-positioned to manage challenges: MAS
The banking system has strong capital and liquidity buffers, the central bank said.
Manufacturing and export growth bolster Singapore corporates
Corporate debt servicing capabilities are expected to remain resilient, says MAS.
IREIT Global expands Berlin Campus with new 20-year lease
The lease agreement was signed with Premier Inn.
Partior closes second round of Series B funding at $107.3m
The company aims to scale its cross-border capability.
Envictus posts $15.3m net profit in 2024
This is a turnaround from a net loss of $9.9m in FY 2023.
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