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F&B sales rebound 5.5% in February

The increase follows a 3.2% dip in January.

HDB resale prices up 1.4% YoY as transaction volumes rebound in March

Over 2,000 flats were sold in March with 145 million-dollar transactions, led by Toa Payoh and Bukit Merah. 

February retail sales jump 8.3% on CNY timing boost

Total sales value was estimated at $4.2b in the month.

Singlife updates Shield Plan riders to boost healthcare affordability

Product enhancements respond to specific demographic shifts in long-term care.

MAS expected to freeze policy as growth risks surge

It is scheduled to hold its second monetary policy meeting no later than 14 April.

Airlines face unrecoverable losses as jet fuel prices double

CGS International predicts a 69% profit rebound by FY2028 if peace holds.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.5%; Top stock is Yangzijiang Shipbuilding

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding is the top stock with a 3.13% increase.

Singapore’s Net International Investment Position rises 7.4% to $1.39t in 2025

External assets totaled $8.83t whilst liabilities reached $7.44t, according to SingStat.

STI eyes 5,040 peak with oil prices driving markets: DBS

Higher prices support bank margins but weigh on REITs and transport.

Frasers Hospitality to open 18 serviced residences in Asia by 2028

The expansion is anchored by a new flagship Fraser Suites in Bangkok.

Singapore limits passengers to two power banks per flight

The new CAAS rule will take effect starting 15 April.

Property investment sales hit $15.4b in Q1 as market strength rolls over from 2025

Knight Frank maintained a full-year forecast at $30b despite geopolitical uncertainties. 

Singapore only Asian city in global top 10 for building material reuse

The city ranked 10th in Savills' index, placing ahead of regional peers like Tokyo.

Manufacturing momentum eases in March but PMI still signals expansion

SIPMM notes positive outlook despite slower expansion and geopolitical uncertainties, led by electronics sector demand.

KPMG’s Lee Ser Yen: Build security in from the start, not as an afterthought

He explores how Singapore’s technology sector is advancing in cybersecurity whilst balancing rapid innovation with strong compliance and reliable infrastructure.

No energy curbs in Singapore despite global moves: Shanmugam

The Homefront Crisis Ministerial Committee is now coordinating the national response.