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Singapore's financial sector to add 6,500 roles in 2021

SINGAPORE'S financial sector has plans to add 6,500 jobs this year, but the "large mismatch" between demand and supply of technology workers means the industry will continue to depend on foreign tech talent over the next few years, said Ravi Menon, managing director of the Republic's central bank.

Old, outdated properties sitting on US$40b of untapped value in Asia-Pacific: JLL

REAL estate investors and landlords of older assets may be missing out on income opportunities and cost savings if they do not upgrade or repurpose their buildings, according to a JLL report.

Hyflux gets six final offers with one covering retail investors: source

CRISIS-HIT Singaporean water-treatment company Hyflux has six final offers including one to restructure the entire firm, after an April 30 target for finalising binding term sheets, a person familiar with the matter said.

Gojek launches taxi booking feature, starts ESG reporting ahead of expected listing

INDONESIAN ride-hailing startup Gojek on Tuesday announced the launch of GoTaxi, a dedicated feature which will enable commuters to book taxis in Singapore via the firm's eponymous app, starting from next week.

P&G to work with 27 Asia startups on industry challenges

AMERICAN consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble (P&G) will collaborate with 27 Asia-based startups to explore how technology can solve challenges in the areas of advertising, retail and supply chain.

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Singapore shares fall for third consecutive day; STI down 0.2%

SINGAPORE shares drifted lower on Tuesday as locally transmitted Covid-19 fears persist, amid mixed trading in shares across major markets in the region.