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Singapore dollar benefits from weak greenback

The local currency hit a one-year high against the US dollar and trades at $1.2215.

Singapore dollar benefits from weak greenback

The local currency hit a one-year high against the US dollar and trades at $1.2215.

US dollar slips further against the local currency

Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke has delivered QE3, half a month after signaling intentions to do so.

Manulife Income Series–Singapore Fund hits S$30m mark

It is the first fund for an investment-linked plan to provide a monthly income.

Singapore dollar hits new one-year high

The local currency has been gaining ground on the USD in the lead-up to Fed’s open market committee meeting.

Actis appoints Danny Koh as Director in Singapore

Mr Danny Koh will also be Head of Origination in Southeast Asia.

Singapore most targeted nation for M&A in Southeast Asia

Singapore targeted M&A is at its highest YTD Volume since 2008.

What does it mean for Singapore that jobs are being moved back to the EU as it is cheaper?

Banks are switching back office roles to European countries as salaries in Singapore are two to four times more expensive.

US dollar falls to $1.2293 against the local currency

Find out here which two factors pushed down the value of the greenback.

DBS changes dividend payment date

The dividend will be paid earlier than previously announced.

Here’s how disturbing Eurozone deleveraging is in Asia

Eurozone bank loans to Singapore alone fell by 7% to US$58bn in March this year from its peak in June 2011.

Singapore dollar trades at $1.2369

The US dollar is forecast to continue to face outflows as traders move into risk currencies.

MAS fines a manager $100,000 for contravening provision

Mr Shi Jiangtao has paid a civil penalty of $100,000 to MAS without court action.

Singapore dollar trades at $1.235

Major currencies have all gained on the US dollar, says IG Markets Singapore.

Singapore dollar remains at $1.2425

The US dollar is still preoccupied with the prospect of QE3 being introduced by the Fed, says IG Markets Singapore.

MAS launches giant panda commemorative coins

Take a sneak peek of these adorable coins featuring Kai Kai and Jia Jia.

Singapore dollar’s appreciation forecast to slow

The local currency’s appreciation against the US dollar may slow to help support exports, says IG Markets Singapore.

Check out the real score in SGX securities trading

Securities turnover crashed 29% to S$29.4b.