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Green hiring went up by 15% in 2021

Green hiring went up by 15% in 2021

Most of the recruitment of green workers came from the finance sector.

ICA to use more automation in new clearance concept for cargo

It will provide efficient cargo clearance for importers and transport firms.

Singapore insurance conduct committee releases third paper on industry best practices

The latest set of guidelines focuses on elevating higher standards for FA Reps and FAFs.

Enterprise SG launches programme to provide startups access to Sweden market

The programme will be run in partnership with Swedish digital accelerator Epicenter.

Singapore zooms in on renewable energy amidst energy insecurity

Senoko said increasing prices and gas supply disruptions increased focus on the clean energy transition.

Singtel prices 5-year sustainability-linked bond

The bond will be drawn down under a $10b euro medium term note programme.

Gov't inks deal with New Zealand on sustainable aviation

The two countries will work on the Sustainable Aviation Fuel trial, amongst others.

Yangzijiang spin-off to make STI Index debut on April 28

The spin-off will have the same investable weight as Yangzijiang Shipbuilding.

Ascott Residence Trust issues first sustainability-linked bond of $200m

This is the first sustainability-linked bond by a Singapore-listed real estate trust.

DBS opens barbell income fund to retail investors

Investors can buy into the fund with a minimum of $1,000.

Government inks deal with New Zealand to boost food, trade innovation

The deals seek to boost bilateral trade and develop sustainable food innovations.

Chart of the Day: 80.3% residential unit buyers in Q1 2022 are locals

Less than half of transactions are priced below $1.5m.

Market update: STI up 0.96%

Genting Singapore had the most growth.

Keppel Infrastructure, NUS partner for smart grid, clean power projects

The partnership also includes educational and training opportunities for students.

Sheng Shiong Group mulls opening 3 to 5 stores yearly

The opening of new stores is part of the group's plan to expand its footprint in SG.

MNACT's net income inches up by 10.2% in FY21/22

The increase was attributed to three factors.