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Why a US-listed video game firm is paying a premium for a Singapore-based tech products distributor Epicsoft Asia, an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Nasdaq-listed GCL Global, is splashing out cash to take Ban Leong…

#GE2025: Miles away, overseas Singaporeans say their votes ‘still matter’ for the country’s future “As disconnected as one may feel abroad (during the GE period), I still felt the need to keep up with the election’s happ…

Clementi resale flat prices surge 15.4% in Q1 as wider market cools Prices of resale flats in Clementi jumped by 15.4% in Q1 2025 from the previous quarter, with average prices reaching S$705,598.

In recent general elections, incumbents in Canada, Australia and Singapore had a trump card – Trump In contrast to 2024’s anti-incumbent trend, global voters now seem to be rallying behind stability.

Far East Organization puts Tuas asset with big redevelopment potential on the market The indicative guide price is about S$138 million.

Ng Chee Meng asks not to be given a government role; addresses photo with Su Haijin, MOE dialogue “I have asked the Prime Minister not to assign me any position in government. PM has agreed to consider this," said Ng. Ex…

More seed funding for carbon projects as Singapore overcomes climate paralysis: EDB, MTI Noting the need for support to build capabilities for neighbouring countries, Manpower Minister Tan See Leng says that the governme…

Ong Ye Kung, Chee Hong Tat ‘do not know Su Haijin personally’, despite being at same dinner “As ministers, they meet a diverse range of people at various events and gatherings. They attended the dinners at the invitation…

Changi Airport Terminal 5 contracts worth S$4.75 billion awarded The construction of T5 will start in the first half of 2025.

Start your day with BT ☕️: Stocks to watch: Sinarmas Land, Frasers Hospitality Trust, Procurri Corp Top Stories: 1. Companies: Sias strongly disagrees with IFA opinion on ‘exploitative’ Sinarmas Land offer, urges offeror…

As T-bill, SSB yields fall, here’s where to invest for higher yields: analysts Analysts which BT spoke to all pointed to Reits for those seeking good yields, particularly in an uncertain investment climate.

#GE2025 results expected to have limited impact on Singapore stocks, say market watchers “Historically, the STI has shown to be more impacted by the Singapore Budget announcements, which can more directly affect the vari…

Gates Foundation to open office in Singapore – its 12th worldwide Bill Gates noted the growing interest in philanthropy among high-net-worth individuals and family offices in Singapore and the wider Asia region.

Grab appoints Alejandro Osorio as new managing director for Singapore Osorio, who currently leads the Grab Vietnam team, will be involved in Grab's “next phase of growth in Singapore”.

Singapore dollar surges against US dollar as Asia currencies rally on trade hopes Singapore’s currency was up 0.6% to 1.292 per US dollar as at 12.07pm.

Ajisen Ramen operator Japan Foods warns of ‘substantial’ full-year loss, citing weak sales and outlet closures Japan Foods – whose brands include Ajisen Ramen and New ManLee Bak Kut Teh – blamed the poor performance part…

CEOs celebrate Buffett as he calls a close on 5,500,000% run Apple’s Tim Cook called him inspiring while JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon said he’s “everything that is good about American capitalism”. ➡️ 'I don’t need fancy food':…

DBS, OCBC, UOB may cut guidance in Q1 as macro uncertainty weighs on outlook: analysts While the banks will likely continue to post resilient results for Q1, analysts noted a lack of clarity ahead, with several downgradi…

Trump orders ‘100% tariff’ on all movies produced abroad Trump said: “WE WANT MOVIES MADE IN AMERICA, AGAIN!” Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick posting on X said: “We’re on it.”

#GE2025: Political stability, policy continuity should buoy business confidence in Singapore: economists, trade chambers “Businesses and investors will be reassured that rationality and prudence will prevail (in Singapor…

Start your day with BT ☕️: Stocks to watch: CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, Japan Foods Top Stories: 1. Singapore: Political stability, policy continuity should buoy business confidence in Singapore: economists,…

A walkthrough of Singapore’s electoral journey Think you know your GRCs from your SMCs, or when Singapore first went to the polls? Take a stroll through our nation’s electoral journey and see how savvy you are. No voting…

Introducing inheritance tax can stymie entrepreneurism, warns property leader Rachel Teo Third-generation property leader Rachel Teo said that Singapore's attractiveness as a wealth management hub might be affected shoul…

Buffett to step down as Berkshire CEO, Abel to take over The decision to step down caps a remarkable 60-year run where Buffett transformed Berkshire from a failing textile company into a US$1.16 trillion conglomerate.

'I'm very glad we put up a strong campaign in Jalan Kayu': WP's Pritam Singh on Jalan Kayu SMC loss "The Business Times put out a note saying that there were quite alot of absentee voters in Tampines and Jalan Kayu right…

#GE2025: WP lost in Jalan Kayu by 806 votes, and the gap between registered voters and turnout was 2,208 (including 122 overseas voters whose votes have yet to be counted). In Tampines, WP trailed PAP by 6,379 votes, and…

#GE2025: PM Wong leads PAP to improved vote share of 65.57%; WP retains strongholds, makes no new gains The PAP claimed 87 out of 97 seats – four more than the previous term.

#GE2025: Is this the end of the road for PSP? The Progress Singapore Party will struggle to remain relevant to voters without its vocal NCMPs, especially Leong Mun Wai, in Parliament.