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Transport Equipment posts lowest job vacancy rate at 1.2% in December 2025

The Air Transport and Printing sectors follow closely at 1.8%.

Savills expects up to $40b Singapore investment sales boom in 2026

Low rates and capital inflows drove the stronger outlook across key property sectors in 2026.

Weak listings weigh on SGX despite strong trading: RHB

RHB slashes new listing forecasts from 10 to five for the second half of FY26.

Investor interest for Japan homes doubles in Q1 with focus on Tokyo

Completed or renovated units in established neighbourhoods are gaining traction.

Capital World advances Johor mall plans as Mustafa Centre fit-out begins

Johor Bahru mall gains major tenant as Capital World pushes retail buildout near JS-SEZ corridor.

Economy grows to 4.6% in Q1, though Middle East conflict clouds outlook

Manufacturing growth slowed to 5%, while construction rose by 9%.

MAS tightens monetary policy as inflation outlook lifted to 2.5% cap

The Singapore dollar is set to appreciate faster to help curb rising price pressures.

AIA Singapore secures double victory at the Singapore Business Review Technology Excellence Awards 2026

AIA Singapore sets a new benchmark for how tech can transform insurance, healthcare, wellness, and financial advisory.

Singapore’s AI ambitions will rise or fall on infrastructure

Growth depends not only on innovation, but on the systems that allow it to operate securely and at scale.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.11%; Top stock is Sembcorp

Sembcorp is the top stock with a 1.02% increase.

Vertex names Dilhan chairman as FY2025 profit tops $127.3m

Board change follows strong exits and listing momentum.

SGX climate risk reporting surges to 87% as integration lags

A 25-point gap shows disclosure outpaces integration into risk frameworks.

SGX Singapore equity derivatives activity stays strong in March

MSCI Singapore and Micro STI contracts gain momentum.

IHH Healthcare Singapore and FPT win at Singapore Business Review Technology Excellence Awards 2026

The collaboration delivered an AI-driven digital platform that improved patient experience and operational efficiency.