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Under a microscope: Foreigners and firms face tougher scrutiny under new EP application policy

Applicants will now need to pass a points-based evaluation and meet a higher qualifying salary. 

Under a microscope: Foreigners and firms face tougher scrutiny under new EP application policy

Applicants will now need to pass a points-based evaluation and meet a higher qualifying salary. 

4 cooling solutions Singapore should adopt for its green transition

Cooling emissions will likely increase by nearly 40% by 2030.

More funds from IPOs seen in H2 as firms face economic woes: Deloitte

Nine IPOs posted $572m in proceeds, raising the total IPO market to $790m.

IPO market marks its busiest half-year in five years

New IPOs in SG increased from three in H1 2021 to 10 in H1 2022.

55% of Singaporeans say gov't is not doing enough to handle rising prices

Inflation is amongst the top concerns of Singaporeans today.

How do adults plan to improve their financial standing

Nearly seven in 10 will cut inessential expenses, such as dining out.

Singapore backs Revised Kyoto Convention to standardise int'l trades

It is the flagship convention on the Customs process and trade facilitation.

Cautious Northeast Asia travel rules ground Singapore aviation sector

China, Japan, and Taiwan still have strict health policies.

Two-thirds of employees prefer flexibility over a 4-day work week

Employees fear that a shortened work week would lead to longer working hours.

Consumers expect inflation to continue for another full year

More than a third of Singaporeans expect price hikes to continue past 12 months.

Rising fuel costs amongst top reasons for EV adoption

Silent rides and better acceleration are also top considerations of EV owners. 

Singapore’s $35b green bond sale lifts sustainable financing capabilities

The taxonomy initiative will reduce the cases of greenwashing.

Why 68% of Singaporeans would not pursue skilled trades

Singaporeans, however, still believe skilled trades provide a lot of opportunities.

51% of employers want to bring back full-time in-person work

Employees, however, want a remote or hybrid work setup.

Here are the top sustainable shopping practices observed by Singaporeans

Consumers are doing more than just paying a premium for sustainable goods.

Organisations pay over $1m in ransom for ransomware attacks: study

Of those who paid, 56% were attacked for the second time.