Brunch
Saying yes, for less: Why lab-grown diamonds have cornered 80% of the engagement ring market
New-age diamond ring retailers have business models that are leaner, faster and unburdened by mined inventory
Aiming for the right blend: C-beauty’s challenge to K-beauty can’t be brushed off
Lower prices, rapid launches and a strong social media game support growth of Chinese cosmetic and skincare brands in S-E Asia
An in-depth look at 5 of Singapore’s post-election Budgets
Budget 2026 follows the first general election helmed by Singapore’s fourth-generation leadership. How does it compare with other Budgets at the start of a government term?
Tradition under pressure: Heritage businesses strive to stay relevant
Despite decades of history, firms dealing in traditional goods face a precarious future amid foreign competition and shifting demand
From K-pop to ‘petrol station’ sets: How photo studios are clicking with customers
As the post-pandemic scene grows saturated, photo booth operators aim to stand out with fresh concepts and collaborations
Obesity is ballooning – and office life can make it worse
Workplace routines can encourage unhealthy eating habits and sedentary behaviour
‘Search funds’ to buy SMEs spring up in the Asia-Pacific, but will they succeed?
Australia and Japan lead in successful acquisitions, while search funds are emerging elsewhere
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
China’s Polar Silk Road takes shape, putting Singapore’s maritime future in focus
The opening up of Arctic routes and shortening of Asia-Europe voyages could have implications for established shipping hubs, including the city-state
Seeing gold in decaying leases: Yield, unlocked potential draw property investors to likes of Hotel Miramar
It can be financially feasible to buy properties on sites with declining balance land tenures. As leases near expiry, the path to switching to interim uses needs to be smoothened for more productive l...
