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How the new BTO classification framework can keep public housing affordable in SG

Under the framework, BTO flats will be classified into Standard, Plus, and Prime.

S-REITs posts negative return in August

Total returns of S-REITs were at -2.5%.

MAS enforced over S$20m in penalties in past 18 months

Authorities issued 18 prohibition orders and logged a total of 39 criminal convictions.

OCBC taps Alipay+ to enable customers to pay in China, Korea, Malaysia with digital app

Payments will be made directly from customers’ OCBC SG bank accounts.

Food factory site at Senoko Crescent on sale for $14m

The property has two floors of cold-room and production facilities.

SSIA reaffirms commitment for global industry collaboration

This will boost the country’s semiconductor supply chains.

Major retail banks in SG boost anti-malware security measures

In 1H23, scam victims have reported a loss of $334.5m.

PropNex Realty launches for sale Island View for $575m

The freehold development is a 10-minute drive away from the central business district.

SG-based cleantech startup clinches funding from PETRONAS Ventures’ investment arm

The investment will help scale the manufacturing of Green Li-ion’s recycling units.

 Bank of Singapore names new global head of legal and regulatory compliance

His role is effective starting 2 October, replacing Eric Teh.

SoftBank’s subsidiary debuts successfully, expects $5.12b in proceeds

It also includes the full exercise of the underwriters' option to purchase an additional seven million shares.

Pair of freehold shophouses in Lavender Street on sale for $12.5m

Savills will conduct its sale via an expression of interest exercise.

Are Singaporean investors coming to terms with rising property taxes?

Those planning to delay property purchase due to tax adjustments have declined to 24% in 2H23.

SingPost to impose higher postage rates in October

The rate for standard regular mail will increase by 20 cents to 51 cents.

7% fare hike to hit bus and train commuters in SG

In tandem, PTC required SBS Transit and SMRT to make larger contributions to the Public Transport Fund.