Reporting and analysis on retail, e-commerce, and consumer trends in Singapore, updated continuously by our newsroom.
Leading patisserie brand, Lady M Confections, is set to take direct control of its Singapore operations, as part of an ongoing strategy to expand its influence in Southeast Asia. Lady M Confections Takes Charge of Singapore Operations The esteemed US-based…
DBS Bank has become the first Singaporean financial institution to be appointed by the People’s Bank of China as an RMB clearing bank. This significant development bolsters Singapore’s role in offshore renminbi infrastructure and heightens DBS’ strategic…
The Singaporean telecommunications giant, Singtel, has been hit with a hefty fine of SGD1 million, equivalent to US$774,000, by local authorities over a significant voice service disruption in 2024 that negatively impacted roughly 500,000 customers. Impact of…
Fast-food giant Chick-fil-A has made its debut in Singapore with the inauguration of its first locally managed outlet in Bugis+. The restaurant is prominently located at 201 Victoria Street and is managed by Singaporean, Chyn Koh. Koh brings a wealth of…
In an act of goodwill and community service, a durian stall in Singapore, Famous Durian, recently held a sizable giveaway of the beloved fruit for senior citizens. The event drew a crowd of over 500 individuals, some of whom waited patiently for more than…
The 2025 World Crypto Ranking Report by Bybit has uncovered a significant shift in the worldwide adoption of digital assets. Singapore has superseded the US as the global leader in the crypto sphere, with six economies from the Asia-Pacific region entering…
Two Singapore-based electronics and home appliance retailers, Courts and Prism+, are currently facing legal action. This action is being brought by the country’s consumer protection agency, the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCS), due to…
BBIX, Inc., commonly known as BBIX, has recently announced the growth of its strategic alliance with RETN. This enhancement of their collaboration is built upon a prosperous long-term relationship in Japan, where RETN has been serving as an official reseller…
In recent data from Singapore’s Department of Statistics, there has been a resurgence of retail sales growth in October, rebounding from a deceleration experienced in the prior month. Retail Sales Overview Retail sales, with the exclusion of motor vehicles,…
Manulife, the multinational insurance corporation, recently launched its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center of Excellence in Singapore. This move is part of the company’s strategic plan to leverage cutting-edge technologies to streamline its operations and…
The prominent Clementi Mall in Singapore has changed hands, with Cuscaden Peak Investments selling the property to The Elegant Group for a hefty sum of S$809 million. The Elegant Group’s Expanding Portfolio The Elegant Group, a business entity associated with…
Recent data from the international payroll and HR platform, Deel, has highlighted five emerging trends that are set to significantly influence Singapore’s work culture and employee decision-making processes by 2026. These findings present a significant shift…
In 2026, Singapore is slated to encounter a crucial year in which its economic resilience will be put to the test by changing geopolitical scenarios, trade fragmentation, and a moderating technology cycle, according to a recent report by DBS, the nation’s…
Approximately 76,000 individuals, making up 3.1% of Singapore’s working populace, have experienced working overseas full-time for a minimum of six months. The primary locations for this international experience were China, the United States, and Malaysia. The…
Wan Yang Health Product and Foot Reflexology Centre, a well-known massage and reflexology chain in Singapore, has unexpectedly shuttered all its outlets. There are reports of customers losing in excess of S$29,000 (US$22,230) due to unutilized prepaid…
Singapore has recently launched its inaugural fully insured and locally stored physical gold fund. The move enhances the city-state’s prestige as an international financial center and a hub for precious metals. The LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold Fund was…
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