Staff Reporter

FairPrice ranks lowest in Asian methane and climate disclosure report

Mighty Earth flags FairPrice for its lack of action on methane, a gas 80 times more potent than CO2.

COSCO pushes ahead with structural works in Jurong Island Logistics Hub expansion

The company said structural works are accelerating, with fire systems and AC ducting now being installed.

SMF to equip 50 Singapore SMEs with free carbon maps

The initiative offers complimentary carbon footprint reports to simplify sustainability efforts.

Singapore, Japan ink five-point partnership to boost AI and trade

One initiative is the development of AI models tailored to local languages and cultures.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 1.34%; Top stock is UOL

UOL Group Limited is the top stock with a 4.94% increase.

Economic outlook cut to 3.4% despite 6.7% export rise in early 2026

Middle East tensions and oil risks overshadow Singapore’s export resilience.

Mencast unit seals $21m option exercise for Penjuru property

Buyer pays the deposit as the sale moves to the completion stage.

JTC awards Punggol Digital District hotel site to Verdant View

Habyt will operate the 224-key project due in H1 2027.

Strong demand seen for Holland Road GCB plan

Broker flags stamp duty and use-change issues.

SMEs give 14% rating to Budget 2026 workforce measures

This is in contrast to the 43% from large firms.

Samudera subsidiary boosts fleet with two new container ships

The company does not expect the purchases to affect 2026 earnings or net assets.