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Singapore manufacturing momentum eases in March but PMI still signals expansion
Singapore 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.
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.
Investment banking fees hit three-year high in Q1 as M&A value surges
LSEG data showed fees rose 8.2% to $240.9m, whilst deal values jumped to a record $66.6b despite lower volumes.
Singapore’s finance sector hit by the second-highest job cuts rate
Employment reductions place services near the top of the industry ranking.
Can Thailand rival Singapore and Dubai as a MICE hub for industry events?
Supply chain shifts and expanded Bangkok venues boost Thailand’s appeal as a regional industry hub.
DBS urges portfolio rebalancing as volatility rises
Investors should avoid excessive exposure to any single market or asset class.
Singapore maintains zero chief HR officer turnover for two years running
The city-state also saw two COO appointments in 2025.
Cards lead SG's payments market in 2025 as wallets and A2A gain ground
It held 44% of e-commerce and 40% of POS spend.
Hack on four Singapore telcos shifts focus beyond perimeter defences
Device and cloud security are emerging weak spots.
OUE Healthcare opens Singapore’s first private sleep lab
About 30% of adults suffer from obstructive sleep apnea.
Wong Sze Keed builds people‑first culture at AIA
‘Leadership must be anchored in clarity, courage and humanity.’
Carbon tax, green imports raise cost, compliance risks
Narrowly focusing on the tax overlooks the full economic picture.
Charging and cost hurdles temper Singapore’s EV momentum
Operators and consumers plan around stable incentives and infrastructure.
Singapore health premiums jump 14.8% in February
The increase reflects a long-term repricing cycle rather than seasonal demand.
Ransomware groups surge as July attacks hit Singapore
ThreatBook 2025 report shows tech and finance hit hardest in mid-year breach wave.
AI integration and job security take centre stage in finance recruitment: Hays
Job seekers also expect a 10% pay rise when switching roles.
Singapore firms face world’s highest ransomware risk
Mid-year conferences made it a prime global target.
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