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Singapore HNWs says current investment returns have “room to grow”

Almost 1 in 2 are frustrated from their portfolios’ “generally underwhelming” performance.

Singapore HNWs says current investment returns have “room to grow”

Almost 1 in 2 are frustrated from their portfolios’ “generally underwhelming” performance.

Econ Healthcare's profit rises 8% YoY in FY24

With higher profits, the group proposed a 35% PATMI dividend.

Cortina's profit falls 20% to $61.1m on higher costs, exchange rates

With lower profits, the company reported a profit per share of $0.369.

MOH extends Cordlife halt on new cord blood collection for 3 months

Initially, MOH barred Cordlife's activities for six months.

Non-operational losses push Mapletree to $577.2m net loss in FY23/24

It saw valuation declines in its US, Europe, and Australia office portfolios.

Prime residential prices in Singapore grows by 5% YoY in 1Q24

The index revealed a robust average annual growth rate of 4.1% across 44 markets.

Inappropriate ads online hurt consumer perception of brands: report 

Ads supporting credible journalism seen as crucial to increase brand trust.

Ministry of Health adds Novavax to national vaccination scheme

Singaporeans can get the vaccine for free at selected clinics.

CDL unit acquires Delfi Orchard for $439m

Savills sold the property via public tender.

JTC launches Penjuru Road tender

It has a site area of 2.1 hectares.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.35%; Top stock is YZJ Shipbldg SGD

YZJ Shipbldg SGD is the top stock with a 3.11% increase.

Singapore retailers slow to adopt self-checkout

Less than two in 10 retailers offer such feature.

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.

Maybank SG, Fidelity International launch multi-asset fund

The fund is offered in three asset classes and will be made available in Q3 2024.