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Published Wed, Jul 6, 2022 · 09:00 AM

Malaysia's economic recovery stymied by top talent flight to Singapore

From tourism to agriculture, an absence of staff is constraining the recovery.

Singapore Savings Bond 10-year average return rises to 2.71%, the highest since 2015

The first-year interest rate for the SSB stands at 1.69 per cent, while its 10-year interest rate was offered at 3 per cent.

JB property owners halt cash-out plans in anticipation of price rebound

"The rental demand is strong now and monthly rental is even higher than pre-pandemic levels, especially for properties located close to the Causeway and Second Link," Usha Lachumanan, a real estate negotiator of Gather Properties in Johor Baru, told The Business Times.

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Fixed deposits losing their allure as yields spike on Singapore Savings Bonds

Singapore Savings Bonds may become increasingly attractive, as they come with a capital guarantee as well as a higher yield than fixed deposits.

Missing China tourists leave conspicuous hole as Singapore nears peak travel season

Singapore Tourism Board data showed that mainland China, with its over half a million visitors, was the city-state's top second source market for November and December before the pandemic hit. Indonesia topped with 606,280 visitors.

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