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3 factors causing prolonged congestion at Singapore’s port
Global congestion raised container prices in Singapore by 26% since October.
Here’s how Gen Z consumer preference reshapes APAC’s marketing landscape
Gen Z consumers are observed to purchase based on pleasure and purpose, whilst being conscious of cost and convenience.
Redevelopment a toss-up between city retail and CBD offices
CBD and Orchard Belt have seen numerous redevelopment projects propelled by URA incentives.
Skills gap prompts companies to boost workforce amidst AI rise
Five in 10 companies plan to expand their headcount in Q3 2024.
Surbana Jurong’s ‘Campus in Nature’ transcends sustainable innovation, scale employee productivity
The SJ Campus hosts 4,000 of Surbana Jurong’s talent across architecture, engineering, and other teams.
Worker dormitories grapple with systemic isolation challenges
The government’s efforts to enhance dormitory standards may not fully address worker well-being concerns just yet.
Maybank SG offers boost to charities with special rates, network opportunities
Charities in the city may also avail of an interest-free grant of up to SG$150,000 (US$111,000)
Pyxis charts the course towards a greener, sustainable maritime
By 2030, Pyxis aims to become Asia Pacific’s market leader for maritime coastal electrification.
Which sectors drive the rise in women directors in SGX’s top 100 firms?
The top sector saw women’s board participation rise to 34%.
Sustainability investments decline as Singapore CEOs focus on AI
About 6 in 10 CEOs have deprioritised sustainability since last year.
Credit card dominance in Singapore to wane by 2027 with digital wallet rise
Digital wallets will dominate 50% of online transactions and credit card spending will fall to 32% in three years.
Anti-proliferation financing law mandates post-closure record-keeping for pawnbrokers, PSMDs
Failure to comply may result in a fine of up to $100,000 (US$74,000).
Healthcare sector sees renewed interest from corporate buyers
The healthcare industry recorded a deal value of US$1.13b (SG$1.53b) between January and April.
Experts caution on 2Q24 GDP growth after April manufacturing drop
Manufacturing output fell by 1.6% YoY in April.
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