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Potential influx of expats from Hong Kong to spark demand for homes in prime districts

A Savills expert said Hong Kong expats are likely to purchase homes in District 9, 10, and 11. 

Potential influx of expats from Hong Kong to spark demand for homes in prime districts

A Savills expert said Hong Kong expats are likely to purchase homes in District 9, 10, and 11. 

How Tuas Mega Port is charting a new course for SG's industrial property sector

As of 2Q23, total industrial stock in the West Planning Region reached 261.3 million sq ft.

Singapore’s IPO scene under threat from US, Australia

In 2023, homegrown firms such as Simpple and Ohmyhome chose to list in the US.

Will the shophouse market maintain a stellar sales performance in 2023?

As of 9M23, 117 shophouses worth nearly $1.1be exchanged hands.

4 key goals wealthy families are prioritising

Fifty-nine per cent of family offices in Asia are in Singapore, according to KPMG.

Data centre S-REITs take the spotlight as investors ride AI wave

There are two REITs with substantial data centre assets in Singapore.

4 key investment themes for 4Q23 unveiled

Experts are cautious about their near-term outlook for Singapore equities.

Fintech investors nowadays prioritise profitability over valuation

An expert said fintechs must have more than one revenue stream to attract investors amidst economic slump.

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.