The Business Times

Singapore property players upbeat on prime and suburban residential sector amid overall pickup in sentiment: NUS But global slowdown and weaker domestic outlook remain top concerns.

#BTLifestyle: Chinese dining in the sky at Jin Ting Wan Marina Bay Sands’ newest playground impresses with its opulence, while the food is still a work in progress.

SLA puts 5.7 ha Phoenix Park site with over 30 buildings up for master tenancy New permitted uses for the Tanglin Road cluster include art galleries, co-working and co-living spaces; tender closes on Nov 12.

Tesla to award Musk an unparalleled US$1 trillion The plan highlights Tesla’s reliance on Musk as it faces slowing EV demand, rising competition from Chinese rivals and pressure to deliver on its AI ambitions.

Singapore to foster ‘outgoing and experimental spirit’ in refreshed economic strategy: Tharman This is how the Republic can grow leading firms and secure good jobs with rising incomes for its people, he adds.

Leasehold properties have a definite shelf life; owners should not expect ‘more goodies’: Ho Ching Neglect of such older estates could result in ‘urban slums’, adds Temasek Trust chairman.

#Brunch: In Singapore, hearing aids shed stigma as younger adults tune in An ageing population, shifting attitudes and more willingness to spend on assistive tech are pushing hearing aids into the mainstream.

Thailand’s Anutin Charnvirakul elected PM by parliament The shrewd dealmaker has been a mainstay in the country’s politics throughout years of turmoil.

Vietnam ramps up blockchain as local players chase early lead Both public and private sectors are participating in developing national blockchain infrastructure and digital asset services.

Malaysia’s RM100 cash handout sparks frenzy after disbursement, but may deliver boost to economy Initial glitches also offer policymakers a lesson regarding similar schemes that may be implemented in the future, say econ…

How to invest S$50,000 amid global volatility, according to wealth experts Against a turbulent climate, analysts say Singapore stands out as a safe haven, drawing investors who seek refuge from volatility.

Olam Group, Yangzijiang Financial to replace CapitaLand Ascott Trust, ComfortDelgro on STI reserve list There will be no changes to the constituents of the STI following the September 2025 review.

Singapore’s snowballing cash levels are boosting local bonds Inflows driven by expectations of further currency strength, dwindling net bill sales and slower loan disbursals have enhanced the city’s cash levels, a mix th…

Sing Holdings-Sunway tie-up places top bid for second Chuan Grove site The duo’s bid of S$1,331 psf ppr at the latest state tender is lower than the S$1,376 psf ppr they paid for the adjacent site in July.

Start your day with BT ☕️: Stocks to watch: ST Engineering, Olam Group, Yangzijiang Financial, Stoneweg Europe Stapled Trust Top Stories: 1. Companies: Olam Group, Yangzijiang Financial to replace CapitaLand Ascott Trust…

Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died He had been unwell for some time, and was forced to drop out of his group’s shows at Milan’s Men’s Fashion Week in June, the first time in his career that he had missed on…

Gojek co-founder Nadiem Makarim named as suspect in Indonesia’s laptop graft case Authorities are investigating alleged corruption in the Education Ministry over the procurement of 1.2 million Chromebooks valued at aroun…

Semicon industry among areas where Singapore, India will deepen collaboration, under ‘ambitious and detailed’ road map The partnership includes a new skills centre in Chennai, where Singapore will help develop expertise…

#BTOpinion: Owning more of Ion Orchard and some of Jewel Changi Airport will boost CICT’s retail exposure and attractiveness The manager could also sell Six Battery Road to reduce its office exposure.

Singapore’s 50 richest – combined fortunes soar 23% to US$239 billion: Forbes Meta Platforms co-founder Eduardo Saverin retains top spot for a third straight year; CDL chair Kwek Leng Beng is Singapore’s second-richest,…

Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon’s claim for S$19.4 million Ardmore penthouse payment rejected Amount is nearly half of the purchase price, in option fees and subsequent payments, but the sale was not closed and the uni…

Data centres to drive three-time increase in jobs within the sector; wages there higher than national average: report It says 7,000 people are employed within such facilities.

Tycoon couple Gordon and Celine Tang’s son picks up Second Avenue GCB for S$53 million The price works out to S$2,652 psf on land area; the property is sold by immersive entertainment group Neon chairman Ron Tan.

Half of affluent Singaporeans plan multiple ‘mini-retirements’: HSBC They will fund these breaks with investment income and personal savings.

Interest in money market funds up 3 times in Q2 despite T-bill yields retreating: Morningstar CPFIS-included funds overall Q2 performance stands at 3.16%.

Singapore, India to launch roadmap on cooperation under Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: PM Wong Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is in New Delhi until Sep 4.

mm2 Asia says voluntary liquidation of Cathay Cineplexes unlikely to affect operations Instead, liquidating the struggling cinema chain may improve the group’s overall cash flow and profitability, given that Cathay has b…

Start your day with BT ☕️: Stocks to watch: Keppel, Keppel DC Reit, Oiltek, mm2 Asia Top Stories: 1. Property: New licensing regime from 2028 for supervision of large-scale building works: Chee Hong Tat 2. Companies: mm2…