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From Trump tariffs to Bitcoin’s crash: 10 global events that made headlines in 2025 From Nvidia’s record-breaking market caps to Trump tariffs and an eyebrow-raising Cambodian scam ring – it’s been a colourful year.

Singapore posts stronger-than-expected 4.8% growth in 2025, but sustaining pace will be challenging: PM Wong The prime minister flags ageing population, clean-energy needs and longer lifespans as long-term challenges to…

New private home prices to hit new highs in 2026 as supply tightens Fewer project launches and higher land costs could provide a boost, even as sales volumes ease.

As Warren Buffett retires, uncertainty looms for Berkshire Hathaway On Dec 31, Buffett, who is 95, will retire for a third – and presumably final – time. Will his anointed successor, Gregory Abel be able to fill his shoe…

Why is Meta spending billions on Singapore-based AI firm Manus? AI startup Manus is set to be acquired by Meta Platforms, just nine months after its setup and five months since it moved its headquarters from China to Sin…

Despite 2025’s high-profile closures, Singapore’s retail and entertainment sectors are not shrinking: observers Exits by notable brands from Cathay Cineplexes to Eggslut likely signal market recalibration rather than a c…

More contract hiring, higher foreign labour costs: Trends shaping Singapore’s manpower landscape in 2026 Gloomier hiring sentiment is expected to persist into the new year, despite the Singapore economy ending 2025 on a…

‘The timing is now right’: Koufu founder Pang Lim hands over reins to a new generation after more than 20 years After more than two decades at the helm of Koufu Group, Pang Lim has stepped down as CEO and handed the bato…

LV applies for summary judgement against ValueMax in alleged trademark infringement lawsuit LV, lodged a lawsuit in mid-September against ValueMax Retail, alleging that it was selling a gold charm and offering for sale a…

Start your day with BT ☕️: Stock to watch: Sembcorp, CapitaLand India Trust, ValueMax, Keppel Pacific Oak US Reit, SUTL Top stories: 1. Companies: SUTL Enterprise to acquire Marina at Keppel Bay for S$40 million 2. Compa…

“Many founders fail because they think succession is about assets,” Hermanto Tanoko, founder of Tanobel (PT Sariguna Primatirta Tbk), told BT’s Elisa Valenta. “It’s about passing the mission”. While Tanoko remains engage…

Loyang Valley to relaunch for tender in January at same guide price of S$880 million Significant infrastructure and industrial developments are expected in the Changi East area.

Can the Johor-Singapore RTS link help soak up the 61,000 new high-rise homes expected across the Causeway? Challenge for developers and investors is timing: buying now to capture value, while also managing the risk of ne…

Blackstone’s AirTrunk is said to explore Singapore Reit IPO Discussions with prospective advisers say the offering can raise more than US$1 billion, and take place as soon as 2026.

Household electricity tariffs to fall 3% in Q1 2026 due to lower energy costs Decline will translate into a S$3.17 reduction in average monthly electricity bills for families living in four-room HDB flats.

Being a good asset manager is like conducting an orchestra: HSBC’s Lim Pang Qi “You might have the best instruments, or a bunch of really good musicians, but if they don’t come together, the music output is not going to…

Meta acquires Singapore-based startup Manus to bolster AI business Manus, which had an annual revenue run rate of US$125 million earlier this year, sells its agent via a subscription service, which could give Meta a more…

Timbre to stop running One Punggol Hawker Centre, tender for new operator opens in Jan 2026 During this period, existing rental rates will remain unchanged for the first year.

‘I want to be remembered as a good mentor’: Citi’s new Singapore chief Lee Lung-Nien on legacy and leadership “The day I leave the organisation, (I hope) people will say: ‘Lung was a great mentor. He supported me in my c…

Start your day with BT ☕️: Stock to watch: Keppel Top stories: 1. Companies: ‘I want to be remembered as a good mentor’: Citi’s new Singapore chief Lee Lung-Nien 2. Property: New private home prices to hit new highs in 2…

Oatside’s early investor sells partial stake to Far East Organization’s family office Far East Capital Far East Capital – the family office of Far East Organization – bought the shares from Mugi Capital, a holding compan…

Why silver price has been surging even more than gold Global demand for silver has outpaced gold for five consecutive years.

Succession is about passing the mission, not assets: Sariguna makes a splash in Indonesia’s water market “In business, it's like a battle, if red tape slows you down too much, you risk getting taken out before you even g…

#BTOpinion: Imagining a housing market without ABSD A world where the private homes market has fewer shackles and all locals can buy new HDB flats, says BT's Leslie Yee.

Expand eligible investments as part of SFO tax framework tweak, industry observers say “By recognising family businesses to be eligible investments and to be part of the family office structure, this will help many clien…

En bloc sale market in 2026 set to be more active, but challenges remain Ageing condominiums put up for sale have struggled to close deals in recent years, with developers reluctant to match owners’ asking prices.

Autobahn Rent A Car group appeals dismissed moratorium, reveals potential SGX listco investor The group has also filed for a new six-week interim moratorium to facilitate investment negotiations.

53% of Singapore workers plan job switch if raises, bonuses don’t meet expectations: Randstad survey Less than one third are confident about getting a promotion and raise.

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PM Wong to deliver Singapore’s Budget 2026 statement on Feb 12 This will be Singapore’s first Budget of the 15th Parliament, which opened its first session in September. 👉 Click here for more #Budget2026 coverage