In Focus

2 risk scenarios investors should watch out for amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict

Amidst the conflict, experts point to haven assets such as gold. 

2 risk scenarios investors should watch out for amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict

Amidst the conflict, experts point to haven assets such as gold. 

Will MAS finally ease its monetary policy in 2024?

Experts say the central bank has seen the end of its tightening cycle.

Overall resale price hike slows as buyer interest is diverted to BTOs

HDB resale prices climbed for the 14th consecutive month.

New immigration policies hamper hiring plans of Australian firms with SG presence 

Six in 10 Australian firms say obtaining an employment pass has become more difficult.

Developers to continue to gravitate towards EC GLS tenders: experts

The $543.28m Tampines site bid is a testament to the strong demand for EC sites.

3 factors that can position SG as a global halal hub

In 2022, 9.0% of total consumer spending in SG was on halal products and services.

2-speed system emerges in Asia-Pacific insurance markets

Analysts said that investments have been significantly beneficial to insurers, most especially in Singapore and China.

October BTO exercise: Which project will see the biggest demand?

Experts expect a higher number of applicants for the October BTO exercise.

HDB resale market ‘may come under pressure’ in 4Q23: expert

In 3Q23, resale volume dipped 19.7% MoM and 23.3% YoY.

How APAC brands can improve connections with consumers globally

Experts advise analysing market complexity by considering laws, political risks, and cultural references of the market they want to enter.

Private residential prices to fall until 1Q24: analyst

In 3Q23, prices remained broadly flat, increasing marginally by 0.5% QoQ.

Professional services firms lag in digital sustainability efforts: study

FMCG, transportation, and infrastructure sectors are “digital sustainability sceptics.”

Pearlyn Phau believes in Singaporeans being the boss of their own financial freedom

Singlife’s group CEO touched on Singapore’s complex insurance market as well as its pain points as a society in the digital age.

Startup slashes need for big teams in data app development

Through Dozer, data engineers can instantly build a data serving infrastructure instead of months.

Singapore vs. Hong Kong: Who is winning the digital banking race?

Singapore's heavy digital users have already reached 35% of its retail banking population. 

August contraction a ‘blip,’ IP momentum to still improve in 4Q – expert

RHB cited 2 factors for the deeper-than-expected manufacturing output decline in August.

MAS unlikely to change monetary policy in October – experts

There is, however, a 40% chance that it will reduce the slope of the S$NEER band slightly.