Singapore
Singapore is the top nation making acquisitions in Hong Kong
To date, deal values reached US$2.6 billion from 10 deals.
Excellent economy: Singapore dollar to appreciate 8% against USD in 2011
The banking sector also remains well-capitalised and job creation has been strong with only 2.1% unemployment rate.
Decent dividend: Industrial REITS offer highest yield for investors
And Cache Logistics Trust offers one of the highest yields at 8.5% in FY11.
The decade that changed the aviation industry
The last ten years saw airlines in crisis mode but the industry has demonstrated that it can transform itself in the face of challenges, says IATA.
How will Asia stay resilient amid the devastating market turmoil?
Looks like Asia’s move to lean more on domestic rather than external demand to drive growth will now pay off.
Beating banks: Indonesia’s non-bank institutions to buy most government bonds
Non-bank financial institutions could absorb 30-35% of the projected supply between now and 2016.
“Singaporeans come first”: Prime Minister
PM Lee Hsien Loong however stressed that Singaporeans should not turn negative on foreigners, as Singapore has prospered because of its openness to the world.
KSH Holdings' lacklustre performance won’t last for long
It's all because of its $350m worth of construction projects over the next 3 years.
Buyer boom: 319 units in Blossom Residences sold in a month
In its initial launch alone, 150 units were snapped up.
SGX lists BNP Paribas as its new derivatives trading member
Through its extended participation in the exchange, the financial company can provide global customers easy access to Asia.
MediaCorp changes board of directors
MediaCorp Directors, Mr Robert Tomlin and Ms Shirlene Noordin, stepped down on 4 August 2011, each having served 6 years with the Board.
Going global: Singapore companies to leverage on Asia’s rise
Singapore targets to achieve 1,000 companies with S$100m - S$500m in revenue in a decade.
Singapore is the best market for equities in Asean
DBS says Singaporean companies can easily capitalize on rising income trends in both Asean and China.
Far East Group launches 18,800,000 new shares
Dividends of at least 20% of net profit attributable will be distributed to shareholders for each of FY2011 and FY2012.
UIC’s revenue plunges 54% to S$235.7m
While its net profit rose 23% to S$136.7 million.
GDP growth estimate downgraded from 5.7% to 4.5%
Financial services, transport and storage and wholesale and retail trade may remain weak in H2 2011.