Finance
Singapore steps up scrutiny of China wealth after money laundering case
At least two family office applications with mainland ties rejected this year
Singapore
Supply Chain
Houthi missiles explode in front of Singapore-flagged ship
Strike near bulk carrier did not affect ship, which continued to sail
Startups
Anyone for crickets? Vietnam company aims to serve up insects in Singapore
Startup expects to be first to get such food on store shelves in city-state
Climate Change
From EVs to hydrogen, Asia's green tech sector perseveres amid financing hurdles
Nikkei-Financial Times summit highlights transition urgency amid climate change
Transportation
Malaysia revives 'ambitious' high-speed rail plan amid hurdles
China Railway Construction, Hyundai unit among companies showing interest
Companies
Bicycle parts maker Shimano seeks growth with new Singapore plant
Chairman expects Southeast Asia to become major market for sports bikes
The Big Story
Asia's menopause challenge: The economic case for better female health
Aging societies from Japan to Singapore rush to safeguard mature women's wellness
Finance
Japan's Daiwa takes stake in Singapore cryptocurrency startup
Financial group weighs expanding digital asset-related offerings via Penguin
Media & Entertainment
Taylor Swift deal not a jab at neighbors, Singapore PM says
Exclusive stop in city-state draws criticism from other Southeast Asian countries
Technology
Singapore's Sea expects to stay in black after posting 1st annual profit
NYSE-listed tech group sees Shopee gaining ground despite 'intensified competition'
Work
Singapore sets higher salary requirement for work visa from 2025
Expats now must earn $4,200 a month as city-state tightens foreign labor rules
Consumer
Singapore watch strap brand aims for global reach
Delugs' handcrafted leather bands cater to any style
Startups
ASEAN startups pay more for sales jobs to chase cash, study finds
Early-stage companies prioritize nontech roles amid less access to funding
Society
Singapore and South Korea fertility rates fall to record lows
Heavy government spending to encourage more births fails to reverse trend
Finance
ASEAN banks' fat interest margins wane as Fed rate cuts loom
Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia anticipate rocky road in loan earnings
Crime
Singapore and Malaysia sign pact to target telecom scammers
Last year saw city-state's highest number of victims who lost nearly $485m
Companies
Singapore's Grab debuts share buyback of up to $500m but will be 'cautious'
Nasdaq-listed tech stock slides as 2024 revenue forecast misses expectations
Aerospace & Defense Industries
Airbus, Boeing win fresh deals with Asian carriers despite supply woes
Taiwan's Starlux orders first freighters, Thai Airways inks nation's largest order
Aerospace & Defense Industries
Japan's defense ministry takes part in Singapore Airshow for first time
Public-private initiative targets deals with China-wary Southeast Asian countries
Aerospace & Defense Industries
Singapore Airshow back to full scale as industry sees clear skies
COMAC chairman says 'working hard' to acquire foreign certificates in international debut
Your Week in Asia
Singapore Airshow, Japan-Ukraine conference, Cambodia Senate election
Your weekly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events
Economy
Singapore, Thailand and more hand out cash to ease inflation pain
SE Asia governments focus on public support while critics warn of fiscal strain
Economy
Singapore eyes corporate tax rise, AI investment in 2024 budget
Finance minister and next PM Wong pledges higher spending amid 'mixed' outlook
Arts
Malaysian fantasy novel portrays battle against dementia
Award-winning author's saga widely translated across Asia
Economy
Singapore trims 2023 GDP growth to 1.1% amid shaky exports
City-state keeps forecast of 1% to 3% expansion in 2024 ahead of budget speech