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Strict rules for flat applications allow fairness of public housing: analysts
Strict rules for flat applications allow fairness of public housing: analysts
HDB imposed stricter measures to those who fail to show up for flat appointments.
MOM orders employers to ensure authenticity of EP applicants’ education
This new process will be implemented starting September 2023.
Major banks posted NIM expansion and strong growth in Q4 22
These banks delivered higher than expected dividends.
Chart of the Day: Real estate workers most optimistic about household finances
A YouGov survey revealed that those working in the media are also optimistic.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.76%; Jardine C&C is top active stock
Jardine C&C led the index.
SG launches new digital job-finding tool
With CareersFinder, jobseekers can receive personalized job recommendations.
SG workplace safety and health needs “deeper reforms”: Manpower minister
Senior Minister Zaqy Mohamad emphasized that Heightened Safety Period will not last long despite its positive effects.
Singapore expands sustainability programme to support SMEs
The new initiatives will help businesses harness sustainability as an economic advantage.
Singapore is 6th top market for super and ultra-prime properties
It is one of the two markets in Asia that made the top 10.
SG, UK ink green economy framework
The framework covers three pillars.
Bumitama Agri’s net profit falls 47.7% YoY to IDR647.37b in 2H22
The company attributed the decline in low-cycle production.
Sembmarine taps Keppel O&M exec as COO
The COO has oversight over the execution of Sembmarine’s projects.
Salary cap of $2,000 imposed for NTS work permit holders
The sub-quota is at 8% whilst fixed monthly salary criterion is at $2,000.
Consumers demand brands to have more services on mobile apps: study
Four in 10 (40%) of consumers want to meet a real person.
Oil and gas and utilities only sectors that closed positive in stock market
Amongst top performers are Keppel Corporation and Genting Singapore.
Chart of the Day: Will household finances worsen or improve?
Majority of respondents expect nothing will change.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.13%; Yangzijiang is most active stock
Yangzijiang Shipbuilding is top gainer.
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