News
NEA approves LTVP holders as hawker assistants to address labour shortages
Productivity programs were launched to reduce labour dependency.
GP Industries’ profit rises by almost 63% YoY in H1
Revenue increases were seen in its battery and audio businesses.
Singapore targets ransomware with tougher policies, avoids payouts
New task forces, regulations, and public-private efforts shape a ransomware-resistant Singapore.
Sembcorp signs deal for hydrogen pipeline linking Indonesia and Singapore
Hydrogen may soon be transported between the two countries.
CPFIS funds' annual returns rise to 14.71% in Q3
Its quarterly average return, however, fell to 2.54% from 3.11% in Q2.
MSME share in Singapore e-commerce exports set to decline despite growth by 2028
Its share of revenues is expected to decline to 43% from 45%.
Singapore companies' AI readiness unchanged amidst lack of skilled talent: report
Notably, 18% of companies plan to increase AI funding to over 40% of the budget in the next years.
Financial controllers embrace AI but lack support for value creation
8% lack staff, and 13% lack budgets to shift to value-creating roles
Non-landed homes leasing volume climbs 24.4% QoQ in Q3
Attractive rents and new supply supported the overall lease volume growth.
CapitaLand achieves 92% bookings for The Senique Hanoi in preview
It is CLD's fourth sales launch in 2024.
Singapore commits US$500m to boost Asia’s green and transition projects
The government will also examine strategies for advancing carbon markets.
Bukit Sembawang's net profit soars 149% in H1
Earnings per share stood at $0.24.
A*STAR IDL and Institut Pasteur team up to combat tropical infectious diseases
The partnership will focus on three key areas.
Animoca Brands secures additional $13m funding for Mocaverse
The company will utilise this to accelerate Web3 mass adoption.
Cortina Holdings net profit down 8.6% YoY in H1
The company said this was due to increased operating expenses.
Econ Healthcare profit soars 96.3% YoY in H1
Interim dividend stood at 0.48 cents per ordinary share.
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