Singapore

NParks and URA launch design competition for Raffles Place Park revamp

The revamp aligns with broader plans to introduce more mixed-use and inclusive spaces.

NParks and URA launch design competition for Raffles Place Park revamp

The revamp aligns with broader plans to introduce more mixed-use and inclusive spaces.

SIAS cites ‘dilemma’ for minority shareholders amidst OCBC's GE offer

OCBC earlier announced a $1.4b offer to acquire the remaining 11.56% stake in GE.

Food Empire to issue US$40m redeemable exchangeable note to Ikhlas Capital

Proceeds from the notes issuance will go to SEA expansions.

Oxpay Financial obtains $2m convertible loan

The loan bears an interest rate of 6.9% per annum.

Singapore Airlines to launch daily flights to Beijing Daxing

The addition will boost SIA's weekly flights to Beijing to 28.

IREIT Global to lose top tenant at Berlin Campus

DRV contributed about 20% of IREIT Global's gross rental income in Q1 2024.

Singapore asks Facebook, Carousell to put up stronger safeguards against scams

The Online Criminal Harms Act was passed in July of last year.

Fallen Singapore oil tycoon OK Lim puts GCB up for sale for $43m

OK Lim last month was found guilty of three criminal charges.

Professionals embrace 'loud learning' to boost upskilling

Three in 10 professionals engage in such practice.

Singapore dominates Southeast Asia tech funding

The city accounted for 68% of total funds raised in SEA in H1 2024.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.21%; Top stock is DFIRG USD

DFIRG USD is the top stock with a 2.67% increase.

River Valley Green site gets $464m top bid, no offers for Upper Thomson Road

Wing Tai's top bid for River Valley Green (Parcel A) translates to $1,325 psf ppr.

North Bridge Road, Bayshore to see strong reception in October BTO exercise

Projects in Kembangan and Ang Mo Kio will be popular too.

Seatrium to pay $77m in settlement to Awilco 

The two parties have been in dispute since 2020.

HSBC Singapore unveils Live+ credit card for lifestyle spending

It offers an 8% cashback and 15% discount on selected transactions.

Ascott and SG Enable partner to enhance disability inclusion in hospitality

The initiative will provide workforce training and enhance inclusive spaces.