Global Market: Singtel Q1 profit beats estimates on strong Optus, regional contributionsSingtel reported a better-than-expected Q1 FY27 underlying net profit, driven by Optus, regional associates including Bharti Airtel and AIS...
Singapore's high-earning foreign workers double to 8,500; city-state steps up talent pushSingapore's special work visa has more than doubled its high-earning foreign holders. The Overseas Networks and Expertise Pass now has 8,50...
Shein plans to launch Hong Kong IPO as soon as next Wednesday, sources sayShein, the online fashion retailer, is gearing up for an initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong later this week. The brand is actively ...
Singapore says AI-related demand lifting economyStrong AI-related demand helped the electronics and precision engineering clusters of the manufacturing sector, as well as the machinery, e...
Global Market: Singapore raises 2026 growth forecast on AI boom, resilient global economySingapore raised its 2026 economic growth forecast to 4.5%-5.5% from 2.0%-4.0%, supported by stronger-than-expected AI investment and a mil...
In 2016, Singapore began releasing millions of non-biting male mosquitoes carrying Wolbachia. Years later, the bold experiment produced one of the world's most successful dengue-controlScientists using mosquitoes to fight dengue: Singapore has embarked on an ambitious project, deploying Wolbachia-infused male mosquitoes to...
Singapore Airlines names insider Aswin K as India general managerAswin K, a 12-year company veteran, now leads Singapore Airlines' India operations. He succeeds Sy Yen Chen, who managed the market for ove...
Indian exporters suffer twists and turns of freight amid Lanka, Singapore transhipment jamIndian exporters face delays due to congestion at Singapore and Colombo ports. A surge in China-US trade is reducing container availability...
SGX to drop India-linked single-stock futuresThe Singapore Stock Exchange's recent decision to halt trading in single stock futures linked to Indian equities marks a pivotal shift, lik...
MMRDA ropes in Singapore’s Surbana Jurong for Mumbai 3.0 master planSingapore's Surbana Jurong will prepare the Mumbai 3.0 new town master plan. This new town will span over 323 square kilometers across Raig...
MMRDA ropes in Singapore’s Surbana Jurong for Mumbai 3.0 master planSingapore firm Surbana Jurong will prepare the Mumbai 3.0 new town master plan. This new 323.44 sq. km town will be developed across Raigad...
19x leverage on FCNR(B) deposits and high returns may not work for NRIs based in Singapore in this caseFCNR (B) FD: For NRIs, the potential gains from FCNR(B) deposits may be undermined by Singapore's tax policies. Interest earnings from Indi...
Global Market: Singapore's OCBC, UOB Q2 profits rise as wealth business cushions impact of lower interest ratesSingapore's OCBC and UOB banks have exceeded expectations with their second-quarter earnings, showcasing resilience amid lending income cha...
Satwik's shoulder injury remains biggest concern ahead of Worlds: TanCoach Tan Kim Her highlighted Satwiksairaj Rankireddy's shoulder injury as a major concern. The Indian men's doubles pair aims to challenge...
India needs more world-class exhibition infrastructure, say experts on sidelines of Singapore industry forumThe experts, who spoke at the sidelines of an industry event in Singapore, argued that partnerships between Indian companies and internatio...
Singapore's Grab lifts annual forecasts as AI, incentives drive growthGrab has increased its annual revenue and profit forecasts for the upcoming year. Strong demand for ride-hailing and delivery services fuel...
With 30% of its land below five meters, Singapore plans to build 800 hectares of new land in the seaSingapore plans to reclaim 800 hectares of land off its East Coast. This "Long Island" project will protect against rising sea levels and w...