Singapore

Singapore Manufacturing Federation gives a nod to 2012 budget

SMa however disagrees over the reduction of the ‘S’ pass holders from 25% to 20%.

Singapore Manufacturing Federation gives a nod to 2012 budget

SMa however disagrees over the reduction of the ‘S’ pass holders from 25% to 20%.

Substituting a private residential property purchase?

A Close-to-Heart Investment Becomes Heavy Residential properties have always been very close to heart of many investors. However, the consistent run up in prices have prompted the Singapore government to impose severe cooling measures twice in 2011, the most recent in December, leaving private residential properties as a heavy topic for many.

Chart of the Day: Singapore GDP and Key Components

Is the economy bottoming out in the first quarter of 2012?

Currency Briefing - what you need to know for Mon Feb 20, 2012

Amidst improvement in risk sentiment, the Singapore dollar has edged up against the US dollar.

Singapore Markets Morning Briefing - what you need to know for Mon Feb 20, 2012

US equities are said to be in buoyant mood, and everyone awaits the results of the EU ministers’ meeting today.

What to do when your people leave you?

Have you ever cursed under your breath because a colleague just tendered his resignation and you have to pick up the mess? Or have you ever asked yourself, “If only I knew that person was so lazy, I would never include her in my team!”

NODX exports dip 2.1% in January 2012

It's a bad start for Singapore as non-oil domestic exports careen off the 9% increase from last month.

PIC reimbursements doubled to $60,000

Businesses are promised more money for upgrades made under the Productivity and Innovation Credit (PIC) scheme.

2012 budget plan accelerates growing pains

Singapore businesses have been saddled with tighter foreign worker measures and higher CPF contributions.

Multi-million financing set for Singapore firms expanding abroad

A so-called project finance company (PFC) will scour $400 million in annual funding for corporate overseas projects.

How can Sembcorp Marine command higher margins?

Roaring demand and a capability to deliver in short notice are allowing the rig and shipbuilder to charge premiums.

GRP Ltd's Chairman resigns

Xu Sailan also quitted as Alternate Director to Mr Yu Zhongjiang following the latter's resignation.

Chinese Global Investors' Executive Director resigns

Soong Kok Meng quitted his post for personal reasons.

Sun East Group names Chen Xiao Yin as Vice President, Human Resources

She will head the human resource department because of her extensive experience.

Asia Water Technology appoints Yang Changmin as Executive Director

He will be tasked to oversee the Group's operations including the formulating of the Group's growth strategy and R&D activities.

Scorpio East names Ko Chuan Aun as CEO

Mr Ko's familiarity with the Group's business has earned him the CEO and Executive Director posts.

Singapore police investigates Yongnam’s infringement of Securities and Futures Act

The Commercial Affairs Department believes the group’s CEO has committed an offence under section 218 of the Securities and Futures Act.