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Singapore’s rise as a wealth hub mirrors Asia’s changing fortunes: Julius Baer Asia head

Singapore’s cross-border wealth is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 9 per cent between 2025 and 2030, from about US$2.1 trillion to US$3.3 trillion.
Singapore’s cross-border wealth is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 9 per cent between 2025 and 2030, from about US$2.1 trillion to US$3.3 trillion.

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AI doesn’t destroy art but raises the bar for even better content creation, says Adobe APAC chief

Ben Goodman, president of Adobe Asia-Pacific and Japan, says flood of AI content will only make audiences more discerning.
Ben Goodman, president of Adobe Asia-Pacific and Japan, says flood of AI content will only make audiences more discerning.

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You don’t need to be a natural salesperson to be a banker: Bank of Singapore CEO

Not all bankers may be natural salespeople, said Bank of Singapore CEO Jason Moo.
Not all bankers may be natural salespeople, said Bank of Singapore CEO Jason Moo.

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Keppel’s essential services offer resilience and room for growth: CEO

Keppel CEO Loh Chin Hua has set a goal for Keppel to become AI-native by 2040.
Keppel CEO Loh Chin Hua has set a goal for Keppel to become AI-native by 2040.

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‘They are here to sweep the market’: Minor Food chief sees more Chinese chains opening in S’pore

Minor Food Group chief executive Dellen Soh believes there is still money to be made in F&B, but survival will increasingly depend on the ability to rework the business model. 
Minor Food Group chief executive Dellen Soh believes there is still money to be made in F&B, but survival will increasingly depend on the ability to rework the business model. 

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‘Start dating earlier’: Lunch Actually CEO on finding a life partner in S’pore

Lunch Actually co-founder Violet Lim says demanding expectations, a desire for certainty and a reluctance to commit are making it harder for singles to build lasting relationships.
Lunch Actually co-founder Violet Lim says demanding expectations, a desire for certainty and a reluctance to commit are making it harder for singles to build lasting relationships.

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S’pore investors take stock risks abroad, but why not at home? SGX chairman Koh Boon Hwee weighs in

SGX chairman Koh Boon Hwee explained that early-stage venture funding is relatively well-supported in Singapore.
SGX chairman Koh Boon Hwee explained that early-stage venture funding is relatively well-supported in Singapore.

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‘The best address in Singapore’: Why Malaysia’s IOI Properties is betting billions on the CBD

IOI Properties chief executive Lee Yeow Seng says high-net-worth individuals’ presence in the Republic will support demand for prime offices, luxury homes and high-end hotels.
IOI Properties chief executive Lee Yeow Seng says high-net-worth individuals’ presence in the Republic will support demand for prime offices, luxury homes and high-end hotels.

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When Singapore encourages failure, the talent will come: Malaysian semiconductor CEO

Mi Technovation will use Singapore as its base for research and development in silicon carbide, as well as autonomous vehicle technologies, said group CEO Oh Kuang Eng.
Mi Technovation will use Singapore as its base for research and development in silicon carbide, as well as autonomous vehicle technologies, said group CEO Oh Kuang Eng.

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Why the operator of US’ biggest container port wants closer ties with Singapore

It makes sense for Port of Los Angeles to have “very good, strong relations with Singapore” the Port of Los Angeles executive director Eugene Seroka, since disruptions to key shipping waterways is forcing many ships to head for the US West Coast through Singapore.
It makes sense for Port of Los Angeles to have “very good, strong relations with Singapore” the Port of Los Angeles executive director Eugene Seroka, since disruptions to key shipping waterways is forcing many ships to head for the US West Coast through Singapore.

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