The Business Times

#Brunch: The (licensed) psychologist will see you now Singapore’s push to license psychologists aims to protect patients, but practitioners worry that strict qualification requirements will exacerbate existing service sh…

Shatec shuts Orchard campus and training restaurant, cuts 42 staff, puts up building for sale Hospitality and culinary institute keeps mum on whether it will close; says building sale part of asset management strategy.

New work group to address foreigners doing delivery jobs illegally, unauthorised hitch services NTUC secretary-general Ng Chee Meng noted that platform workers are vulnerable, and called for them to be “treated fairly as…

Credit Suisse, UOB, UBS, Citi among 9 financial institutions penalised S$27 million for roles in S$3b money laundering case UOB is the only local bank on the list, receiving the second-highest composition penalty at S$5.…

Higher seller’s stamp duty a warning shot to speculators but unlikely to cause market distress Recent spike was due to pandemic construction delays and steep rise in home prices since 2020, say analysts; sub-sale activit…

Trump says countries to start paying tariffs on Aug 1 So far, his administration has announced deals with the UK and Vietnam, and agreed to a truce with China.

Alibaba Cloud launches global AI innovation hub in Singapore, two data centres in Malaysia, Philippines The launch coincides with the 10th year of the Chinese tech company’s operations in the Republic, which is now its i…

How this otah business is rebranding heritage for the younger generation Lee Wee & Brothers has introduced ready-to-eat meals and fusion treats such as otah croquettes, fries and sandwiches.

[Letter] Why I’m afraid to commit to a full-time job as a Gen Z Singaporean in the age of AI Not because I lack ambition or I’m lazy, but because I genuinely don’t know if the job I train for today will even exist five y…

Nvidia set to become world’s most valuable company in history Nvidia is now worth more than the combined value of the Canadian and Mexican stock markets.

Start your day with BT ☕️: Stocks to watch: Frasers Property, UOL, QAF Top Stories: 1. International: Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone could get power-up with Indonesia’s Bintan, Batam, Karimun 2. Companies: Nvidia…

Government raises seller stamp duties on residential properties to curb rise in ‘flipping’ Duty raised to 16% for holding of 1 year or less, and drops by 4 percentage points for each additional year; SSD duration extends…

#BTOpinion: Boon for Keppel should Piyush Gupta become chairman The company can tap former DBS CEO’s knowledge, experience and networks as it shapes its path ahead.

Tata Consultancy Services aims to hire 50 fresh graduates to support new innovation centre This is TCS’ first such facility that is powered by AI.

Businesses cannot bank on tariff rollbacks to come with political transition; higher costs to stay: DPM Gan Be prepared to set up separate lines for exports to the US versus the rest of the world, and diversify into new…

10 buildings greening Singapore’s skyline From sky gardens to lush facades, these spaces blend smart design with sustainability. Take a look at some of the iconic buildings and upcoming architecture.

CCCS takes action against car groomer Lambency Detailing for posting fake AI reviews The company has been ordered to stop posting fake reviews, and will remove its fake reviews on Sgcarmart.com within eight working days.

Singapore, Cambodia solidify joint efforts in energy, climate finance, agri-trade Both nations mark 60 years of diplomatic ties in 2025.

Latest Singapore six-month T-bill cut-off yield down at 1.85% This is the eighth consecutive issuance since Mar 26 for which yields have declined.

Munchi Pancakes modernises traditional min jiang kueh as a ‘national snack’ Having expanded to 26 outlets in Singapore, the family business is planning for 20 more and an eventual push into the region.

IOI starts previews for 683-unit W Residences Marina View luxury project The prices for the smallest units, with one bedroom each, start at above S$2.1 million.

Microsoft to cut about 9000 jobs amid hefty AI bets The soaring cost of scaling its AI infrastructure has weighed on its margins, with its June quarter cloud margin expected to shrink from last year.

Start your day with BT ☕️: Stocks to watch: Ban Leong Technologies, Oiltek Top Stories: 1. Property: IOI starts previews for 683-unit W Residences Marina View luxury project 2. Companies: Alibaba Cloud launches global AI…

Millennium Hotels and Resorts ties up with German hotelier Maritim in cross-brand loyalty deal As part of the partnership, both companies will jointly participate in major trade shows and roadshows.

Singaporeans take big bites of Quayside JBCC amid Johor’s RTS boom “The response from Singaporean investors has been overwhelming, making up the majority of our foreign buyers,” said an industry player.

Del Monte Foods files for bankruptcy; SGX-listed parent has over US$700 million exposure to US unit Stock dives over 9% after trading halt lifted; US company has estimated liabilities and assets between US$1 illion and U…

Three insurance policies worth over S$500,000 to be part of bankrupt estate of OK Lim’s son, rules court Applicant Michelle Lim says that these policies were held on trust for her sole benefit.

GrabCab, Singapore’s newest taxi operator, hits the roads with over 40 cabs to be rolled out in July Flag-down fare is S$4.60 for a standard four-seater vehicle.

Singapore’s STI hits new high as investors flock to safe havens amid global risks As at Wednesday, the benchmark index has gained about 5.9% in the year to date.

Ong Beng Seng’s case back to pre-trial conference; no longer pleading guilty on Jul 3 The pre-trial conference is now scheduled for Jul 8.