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#BTOpinion: Time to introduce a Japan, Korea-style value-up programme, to drive the market’s next leg-up This move may be a crucial part of the ongoing holistic approach to restoring the vibrancy of the local market.

Singapore’s four major telcos came under attack by cyber espionage group UNC3886 The attackers were able to extract a small amount of technical data but did not get far enough to disrupt services said Minister for Digita…

Yen slide deepens as Takaichi triumph in Japan election paves the way for more stimulus The yen slid as much as 0.3% to 157.72 yen against the dollar, its seventh consecutive day of decline, to reach its weakest level in…

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DBS shares drop as much as 1.9% after Q4 profit falls short of forecasts The bank’s net profit for its fourth quarter fell 10% to S$2.26 billion.

Singapore’s investment commitments rise 5.3% to S$14.2 billion in 2025 Job creation is also expected to fall - the commitments are expected to create 15,700 jobs when realised over the next five years, down 16% from 18,7…

Start your day with BT ☕️: Stocks to watch: DBS, Frasers Property, Elite UK Reit, Creative Technology Top stories: 1. Companies: Singapore’s investment commitments rise 5.3% to S$14.2 billion in 2025 2. Companies: DBS Q4…

DBS Q4 profit falls 10% to S$2.26 billion, falling short of forecasts; pays 81 cents in dividends The earnings missed the S$2.59 billion consensus forecast in a Bloomberg survey of six analysts.

‘Our victory is a victory of all people’: Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul says, as his Bhumjaithai Party takes big lead Anutin Charnvirakul says he accepted the trust the people had placed in his party and promised to serve…

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi's ruling coalition secures super majority of two thirds of seats in lower house Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s coalition swept to a landslide election win on Sunday (Feb 8), paving the w…

Why Chinese companies are eyeing SGX again According to statistics, there are still around 100 Chinese companies listed on SGX today.

Anh Sung-jae on Culinary Class Wars, fame and staying real “I was doing a pop-up at the Paddock Club for (Formula 1) in 2024, and many people kept wanting to take photos with me. I didn’t know why," said the acclaimed ch…

#BTLifestyle: Declutter your home and mind: 8 quick tips before CNY You’ll be surprised at what tidying up can do for your mental and emotional well-being.

Singapore carbon tax hike spurs demand for credits, but companies face supply crunch Demand for carbon credits is projected to rise among Singapore corporates, say market watchers, as carbon tax-liable companies look to…

Pangdemonium’s closure raises questions about theatre’s survival in Singapore Although co-founders Adrian and Tracie Pang insist that their decision was “purely personal” and not financial, their statement also acknowled…

AI boom lifts outbound travel as Singapore, Apac economies splurge abroad Japan, South Korea and China see strong inbound travel amid demand for pop culture tourism.

F&B scams in Singapore: More fake restaurant websites take bookings, online orders A customer made a booking for five people at French restaurant Claudine – only to realise that her credit card was charged 2,339 euros (S…

#BTLifestyle: A tale of whisky and food at Barrel Story of Hibiki A a prosciutto-wrapped cream cheese and shine muscat maki for S$28? This alcohol-themed restaurant definitely has something different to offer, but is it…

OCBC’s billionaire owners seen posing challenge for new CEO Tan Teck Long In recent years, investors and analysts have pushed Tan’s predecessors to expand faster via takeovers and boost dividends to match DBS.

Damage done: Vietnam’s food-safety push creates bitter aftertaste for businesses despite possible u-turn In late January, about 300,000 tonnes of mainly agricultural products, including fresh vegetables, fruits and rice…

Why is silver whipsawing while gold steadies? Here’s what investors should know Industry observers say thin liquidity and speculative unwinding are behind silver’s wild swings.

SMEs ‘screaming for help’, panellists say, as they urge Budget support on costs and overseas push SME leaders note that clearer carbon tax guidance and the ability to pay for AI tools on a fractional basis could help bus…

Singaporean involved in money laundering added to US government ‘worst of worst’ site for criminals With Lim Seok Pheng’s inclusion on the website, Singapore now has two individuals listed, the other being convicted chil…

'No revenue in, but rent is up': Heritage businesses strive to stay relevant “We need to accept that heritage costs more. If we want these businesses to survive, we have to be willing to pay for the slow, careful quality…

Keppel’s special dividend yet to include billion-dollar sale of M1 Keppel chief executive Loh Chin Hua is ‘very confident’ that the deal will go through despite the delay.

Singapore bets on K-pop’s soft power for long-term tourism and branding gains Upcoming BTS concerts expected to lift tourism, though economic impact may be shy of Taylor Swift’s Eras tour.