Singapore Business Review Magazine - Issue No. 109

In this issue

The housing market is experiencing its toughest slump in 16 years, prompting savvy investors to seek opportunities in other sectors, such as industrial and retail spaces. These investments are driven by growing demand from manufacturing and tourism booms, making these assets ideal for capitalizing on emerging trends. Learn more on page 28.

Here's why longer taxi lifespans won't put more cabs on the road

A decade ago, Singapore’s taxi fleet was double its current size.

3 mins

How improved worker dorms offer relief but still lack support

Singapore is implementing stricter standards for migrant worker dormitories to improve health and living conditions, but concerns remain over unresolved issues such as limited access to essential services, inadequate transport options, and poor food quality.

1 min

Why investors are shifting to US tech stocks

Singaporean investors are directing a growing amount of capital towards foreign markets, with the United States being a top destination.

1 min

AI flags fraud before failure

Startup Transparently.AI has developed a pioneering technology that detects accounting manipulation and fraud using artificial intelligence (AI), predicting the risk of corporate collapse almost instantly.

1 min

Singapore Institute of Technology's Punggol campus is an eco-tech wonder

The borderless campus features an abundant space for engagement and interaction.

1 min

Billionaire clans may fuel Singapore's future private equity buyout wave

The city-state's 1,650 single-family offices are helping drive a private capital rebound.

2 mins

Retailers told to step up as RTS link with Johor Bahru looms

Shops should add value and cut costs to battle their lower-priced rivals.

3 mins

Worst port congestion in years leads to berth delays

Ships now wait one to two days to berth due to the Red Sea attacks.

2 mins

Singapore must find more sparks to keep tourists enchanted beyond concerts

An expert said the Eras Tour packages thrived on popularity and ticket scarcity.

2 mins

Can Singapore employers use office wellness to fight employee burnout?

Companies must provide more than a well-stocked pantry to deal with extreme exhaustion.

3 mins

Factory and retail spaces shine as housing heads for worst market slump in 16 years

Its manufacturing and tourism rebound will spur demand for industrial and high-street shops.

4 mins

HDB resale portal unlikely to cut out property agents

The portal enables sellers to list their units themselves.

3 mins

Millionaires eye a piece of Singapore's rich colonial era

The country's remaining 6,500 shophouses are in high demand amongst the ultra-rich.

3 mins

Singapore's architecture blueprint spurs push to tackle brain drain in other sectors

Paying the country's architects just right will hopefully stop the brain drain.

3 mins

Singapore needs SEA neighbours to power renewable energy transition

Experts favour Malaysia and Indonesia as renewable energy import sources.

2 mins

SingPost pivots from mail to logistics as e-commerce demand drives growth

It is banking on e-commerce to drive its logistics unit, which accounts for 69% of revenue.

3 mins

IHH's proton therapy takes aim at tumours with precision and low risk

Leaving surrounding organs at risk during cancer treatment might become a thing of the past.

2 mins

SIDS fights misconceptions in interior design with accreditation, education

The organisation is setting up a digital platform to speed up accreditation from 6 to 2 months.

3 mins

Income Insurance seeks to fill billion-dollar financing gap in climate transition

The region skimmed its carbon intensity by 2.8%, far below the 17.2% needed.

3 mins

How TikTok powers cross-border shopping for Singapore retailers

The yellow basket feature allows viewers to purchase items directly during livestreams.

3 mins

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Singapore Business Review Magazine Description:

Singapore Business Review (SBR) Magazine is a quarterly business magazine published by Charlton Media Group. It was launched in 2001 and is the only local business magazine in Singapore guaranteed to reach senior decision makers in the top 1,700 companies with combined sales of S$692 billion and 94% of listed companies.

SBR is known for its in-depth coverage of the Singaporean business landscape, as well as its insights from leading experts in the field. It covers a wide range of topics related to business, including:

* Industry trends and analysis
* Company profiles and interviews with CEOs
* Government policies and regulations
* Technology and innovation
* Finance and markets
* Leadership and management
* Sustainability and social responsibility

SBR is a must-read for anyone who wants to stay informed about the latest trends and developments in the Singaporean business world. It is also a valuable resource for anyone who wants to understand the challenges and opportunities facing businesses in Singapore.