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Elysia Tan

Elysia Tan

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Elysia Tan is a reporter with The Business Times. She covers macroeconomic and SME news and is a graduate of the Nanyang Technological University’s Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information.

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Jurong East-Bukit Batok GRC MP David Hoe flagged residents’ concerns about choice, given that the two malls in Clementi are owned by the same firm.

Competition watchdog will step in if commercial property transactions result in substantially less competition: Low Yen Ling

CCS will intervene if it picks up signals that organisations are coordinating their behaviour to raise prices or reduce quality, she adds

A The Elegant Group entity reportedly bought The Clementi Mall for S$809 million last year.

Competition watchdog not yet notified of Clementi Mall sale, CapitaLand-Mapletree merger

Informing the authority in such cases is voluntary, but CCS will monitor both developments, says minister

"Deloitte’s recommendations aim to contribute to a tax architecture that is outward-looking, and complements Singapore’s economic strategy in the decade ahead," says Rohan Solapurkar, tax and legal leader at Deloitte Singapore.
SINGAPORE BUDGET 2026

Deloitte proposes tax framework adjustments, AI support in Budget 2026 wish list

It also suggests measures to support workers

Electronics is expected to continue to lead growth.

Singapore manufacturing growth to moderate in 2026 but AI boom, tariff exemptions are bright spots

The lynchpin electronics sector should still lead growth

Liew Nam Soon (left), Singapore managing partner, EY, said that in Singapore must position itself for inclusive growth and compete to lead in an AI-driven economy. EY's Singapore head of tax, Amy Ang said Singapore must ensure that its tax regime remains relevant and effective even as it refines its policies.
SINGAPORE BUDGET 2026

EY proposes AI, green transition support, tax system tweaks in Budget 2026 wish list

The firm is also calling for measures to support the green transition and the workforce

PropNex previously said it intended to defend the suit.

Propnex says lawsuit against unit for alleged salesperson misconduct withdrawn

There is no material impact on its financial position and performance of the group

Large-scale events with many outdoor advertisements such as F1, iLight, and Gastro Beats co.uld benefit from the streamlined licence application process for recurring temporary events.

BCA to streamline approvals for outdoor advertising licensing from H2 2026

This will help improve the efficiency of businesses’ operations and reduce administrative burden

The Republic will continue to be buffeted by the unpredictabilities of the global environment.
BRUNCH

When change is the constant: Policies and politics to watch in 2026, at home and abroad

From Cabinet confirmations to potential confrontations, much lies ahead in the new year

Mandarin Oriental has received the proceeds from the sale of thirteen floors of One Causeway Bay, the building's rooftop signage, and 50 parking lots Alibaba Group and Ant Group.

Mandarin Oriental to distribute One Causeway Bay sale proceeds in special dividend on Jan 22

The dividend, at US$0.60 a share, will be paid to shareholders on the registers of members at the close of business on...

Dasmond Koh, chief executive of NoonTalk.

Dasmond Koh’s NoonTalk Media partners property investment holding company Merak to improve processes, train staff

They will incorporate a company to establish an integrated media hub

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