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Grab's venture into grocery delivery market can change Singapore's retail scene

Some analysts see traditional grocers building a strategic alliance with Grab whilst some see an eventual tail-wagging-dog syndrome, whereby the partner eventually gets absorbed by Grab .

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Grab's venture into grocery delivery market can change Singapore's retail scene

Some analysts see traditional grocers building a strategic alliance with Grab whilst some see an eventual tail-wagging-dog syndrome, whereby the partner eventually gets absorbed by Grab .

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Temasek focused on tech, life sciences, and agribusiness for new investments in 2018

They comprised 26% of its total portfolio value.

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Pricier mortgages loom as banks move to offset dismal lending

Some banks have been reportedly scrapping fixed deposit linked packages in favor of Sibor pegged packages.

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Property cooling measures slow banks' loan growth

UOB could be hit the hardest as 27.6% of its total loans are home loans.

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Higher ABSD rates lead to last minute home-buying frenzy

Existing launches like Martin Modern and Affinity at Serangoon were offering an additional 5% discount for buyers who committed to purchases on July 5.

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Should Singapore's housing market anticipate more cooling measures?

Singapore’s property market has seen a “resurgence” in prices and transactions, according MAS chief Ravi Menon.

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Co-working spaces to grow 42% to 1.4 million sqft in 2018

To increase their competitive edge, some co-working operators have incorporated unique themes and services, like The Great Room's lavish interiors and custom-made furnishings.

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9 in 10 planned M&A deals failed in the past year

Nearly 3 in 5 bosses blamed competition and disagreement over the valuation price.

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TPG could struggle against Singapore's 7 telco service providers

Its expected market share was cut from 5.5% to 4% due to incumbent telcos partnering with MVNOs.

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GLS sites in Clementi Avenue and Jalan Jurong could lure heated competition

The Clementi estate's proximity to amenities and schools will make it more attractive.

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S-REITs' yield spread should further tighten to 3%: DBS analyst

It is currently at 3.4%, nearly hitting five-year lows.

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Users and investors left in limbo after oBike exit

The Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) has received 259 refund complaints on oBike. Meanwhile, investors believe that oBike sets a bad precedent and could hit bike-sharing firms' potential funding.

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Bike-share firms struggle to check off licence requirements

Just recently, oBike shut down its Singapore operations and cited difficulties in fulfilling licence guidelines.

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Retailers try virtual make-up screens and in-restaurant games to counter online shopping

Watsons Singapore and Sephora Singapore introduced an app that allows consumers to try makeup virtually, whilst bars like Hopheads and Level Up combine a “playing element” into the food and beverage (F&B) bar concept.

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