In Focus
SingPost uses technology in shift to logistics
SingPost uses technology in shift to logistics
It is banking on e-commerce to drive its logistics unit, which accounts for 69% of revenue.
Over half of S’pore companies not reporting Scope 3 emissions
This is expected to improve as exchanges make reporting mandatory.
F&B profits “erode” as customer pool stagnates
The number of new F&B establishments was unmatched by the growth of tourists and locals.
Where are the wealthy spending more?
A recent report shows that 68% of the affluent in Singapore and Hong Kong plan to spend more.
Which REITs will benefit most from rate cuts?
Experts expect two 25bps cuts in 2024.
New HDB cooling measures may fail to curb price rises, expert warns
Amongst measures is the lowering of the LTV ratio for HDB loans to 75%.
5 challenges threaten Singapore workers’ willingness to engage in business travel
Seven in 10 workers consider business travel essential for career advancement.
Delayed rate cuts stall significant recovery in the private residential market
Experts project a full-year sales volume of 5,000 to 6,200 units.
Startup pioneers AI to detect accounting fraud
Transparently.AI identifies red flags far in advance of a corporate collapse.
More Singaporeans embrace gig work for flexibility and autonomy
The increase is evident in the healthcare and hospitality sectors.
Singapore retailers told to step up as RTS link with Johor Bahru looms
Shops should add value and cut costs to battle their lower-priced rivals.
Why the Superfluid Model is essential for Singapore's public services
Adopting generative AI and Web3 tools can strengthen the superfluid model.
Why Singapore rents are falling
In H1 2024, rents fell by 4.5% HoH and 5.6% YoY.
Families moving to Singapore push housing and utility costs higher
The most affordable housing in Singapore costs an average of $532,768.
Investors favour smaller, early-stage fintech deals over large-scale
In H1 2024, Singapore saw 52 early-stage deals.
Can eased taxi regulations reverse market decline?
Singapore extends taxi lifespan to 10 years and limits the frequency of inspections.
REITs set to weather expected August market dip
In the past 14 years, the STI ended lower 12 times in August.