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In land-scarce Singapore where public housing can cost up to a million dollars, the appeal of shophouses seems to be growing. Interest in Housing and Development Board (HDB) shophouses is on the rise, with buyers drawn to their relatively high yields, high-traffic locations and limited supply in the market for assets in public housing estates. To find out more about this trend and things to look o...

With ransomware attacks, hacks and data breaches becoming increasingly common, how can businesses navigate through the intricacies of cybersecurity, equip themselves with the knowledge and insights they need to safeguard their digital assets and stay ahead of cyber threats? On Industry Insight, we take a look at the threat Intelligence space, and delve into the critical steps, emerging trends and...

The Straits Times Index finally went on a rally above the 3600 level, notching up a weekly gain of almost 1.9%, in the aftermath of the stimulus measures from China, The “assault” on the 17-year high of 3,906 continues, and if that 3,906 number is taken out, it would be the highest level that the STI has been in 17 years.  Dan Chang , Investment Specialist and Trading Representative at PhillipCapi...

According to Future of Work survey by global real estate services company, JLL, 7 in 10 expect their commercial real estate (CRE) budgets to increase between now and 2030.  This comes as many organisations look to increase headcount in the coming years and make additional investments in real estate. Many will retain a strong focus on workplace efficiency to maintain a smarter real estate portfolio...

For the first time, home buyers can look forward to seven Plus projects and one Prime project in the Build-to-Order (BTO) sales exercise under a new classification framework. In total, HDB will offer 8,500 flats across 15 projects in nine HDB towns in the upcoming BTO sales exercise. This will be the largest number of projects launched in a BTO exercise to date. The number of new flats launched wi...

In Southeast Asia's SGD$19 billion creator economy, most content creators face common challenges - monetising their content and receiving timely payments. Due in part to the nature of creator economies which are diverse and distributed, the payment process is challenging. Not surprisingly, the content creation community in this region is still largely unsupported by any payments platform.  Singapo...

Hong Kong and Shanghai soared Friday (Oct 18) to lead gains across most Asian markets after Chinese growth beat forecasts and officials flagged fresh measures to boost the world's number two economy. Markets this week are riding on a wave of optimism following announcements from various other central banks and stimulus measures.  How have these developments impacted the commodities markets? Yeap J...

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee pledged on Oct 16 to reform and revive the economy and financial markets including slashing liquor duties, while seeking to improve dire living conditions for the city's poorest. Are the measures in his third annual policy address sufficient to solve Hong Kong's pressing challenges? Hong Kong-based economist Gary Ng , from corporate and investment banking firm Na...

Since 2016, GovWare has been a cornerstone event of the annual Singapore International Cyber Week. This year, the resilience of critical information infrastructure was one of the key focus areas at the conference, held between October 15-17.  As organisations in the public and private sectors operate under increasing threats of ransomware attacks, geopolitical threats, and breach attempts of citiz...

As experience with AI grows, so does interest in its use. The number of industry-specific AI use cases in the financial sector is steadily increasing, and the range of applications is expanding. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) or GenAi is poised to play a vital role in the financial industry. However, due to regulatory constraints, the financial sector faces tighter limitations on its AI a...

Age is just a number, and when it comes to starting a family, that saying rings truer now more than ever. Technology strides and the wider availability of fertility treatment services have opened up the possibility of parenthood later in life. Data show that there is an upward trend in the number of women in Singapore aged 45 and above who give birth each year, with demand for assisted reproductio...

Recent surveys show that in Asia, one in three organisations paid the ransom in a cyberattack, but was unsuccessful in recovering their data Specific to Singapore, almost 50% of organisations were reportedly hit by cyberattacks between 1 and 3 times in 2023 and could not recover even after paying ransom, further perpetuating the lucrative ransomware cycle. So what should be done in the event of a...

Over the past five years, the Eco Money segment has reported on record breaking temperatures, green bonds, blue bonds, brown bonds, and even rhino bonds - and shared the latest news and views when it comes to sustainability investment. In the last episode of Eco Money, Rachel Kelly reflects on key topics covered and highlights from the segment.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

The Asia Pacific air transport maintenance, repair and overhaul or MRO services market size is accounted for US$29.40 billion in 2024 and is projected to be worth around US$48.81 billion by 2034. What are the trends shaping the MRO sector? What are the innovations in this aviation space? French multinational company Thales is a global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul solutions...

Nvidia's shares hit a record high of $138.07 on October 14, 2024, driven by strong AI chip demand and positive analyst reports. In addition, Nvidia's top customers, such as Microsoft, Meta, Google and Amazon, have been unveiling technologies and products that require hefty investment in the chip maker's products. With demand for Nvidia’s Hopper and Blackwell platforms remaining strong, many analys...

Imagine a future where AI manages your finances, books your vacations, and even drives you to work. The possibilities are endless. By 2028, this industry is expected to explode, reaching a staggering USD29 billion in 2028, as compared to USD 5 million in 2023.  AI agents represent the next phase of artificial intelligence. In the next two years, countless AI agents will be inside businesses, takin...

Over the weekend, the Chinese central government said that there is room to increase debt and the deficit, and that more stimulus is on the way. The comments come against a backdrop of a series of measures unveiled in recent weeks that have included interest rate cuts and liquidity injections for banks, all aimed at kick-starting China's dragging economy. Gary Ng , Senior Economist at Natixis, sha...

World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10 every year. This year’s official theme, “It is Time to Prioritise Mental Health in the Workplace,” highlights the importance of fostering supportive work environments. There have been efforts to promote positive mental health at the workplace such as offering access to counselling, mental health days, and employee wellness schemes to support overal...

Musical theatre has been a popular form of entertainment for centuries, and with advances in technology, new possibilities are emerging for live entertainment providers to enhance the theatrical experience.  As the world of musical theatre continues to evolve, we look at trends in the business of  international theatre productions in Singapore and the region. Entertainment industry veteran Chantal...

Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, is recognised by Time Magazine as the “World’s Most Sustainable Company” in 2024 and is part of Dow Jones’ Sustainability World Index for 13 years in a row. How are tech leaders like Schneider Electric supporting digitalisation efforts to accelerate growth towards achieving sustainability goals?  Yoon Young Kim , Cluster Pres...

The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average have reached record highs, as technology stocks powered higher and investors shook off geopolitical concerns. The S&P 500 rallied 0.71% to end at 5,792 after notching an all-time high, while the Nasdaq Composite added 0.6% to finish at 18,292. The 30-stock Dow surged 431.63 points, or 1%, to settle at 42,512.  How much higher could these three i...

The shipping industry, the backbone of international trade, is very carbon intensive. It is responsible for emitting close to 1 billion tonnes of greenhouse gasses per year, equivalent to the emissions of a G7 country like Germany or Japan. In September, Amogy , a New York-headquartered company focusing on ammonia-to-power solutions, has successfully demonstrated its technology on a maritime vesse...

Emissions have continued to slowly increase for equities. That’s according to the latest research from London Stock Exchange Group. This despite aggressive global decarbonisation targets. In its paper - Decarbonisation in portfolio benchmarks - LSEG aims to unlock key trends and  challenges of calculating portfolio emissions. To get the details, Rachel Kelly speaks to Jaakko Kooroshy, Global Head...

In 2022, Singapore's digital economy contributed S$106 billion, or 17% of GDP.  According to McKinsey’s recent global survey, the adoption of generative AI has nearly doubled within a year, with 65% of organisations now using it regularly. While Gen AI is regarded as a catalyst driving transformative solutions and greater efficiency, how can companies reinvent roles and reshape the workforce to ad...

Southeast Asia’s vulnerability to climate impacts is a global concern, with the region on track to become the fourth-largest contributor to the world’s gross domestic product (GDP) by 2030. However, it risks losing about 14.1% of its GDP due to the negative effects climate change. Dr. Bicky Bhangu, President of the UN Global Compact Network Singapore, shares with views about how Singapore can leve...