Corporate leaders

HSBC sees SGX-Nasdaq dual listing bridge boosting Singapore’s financial hub status

Michael Roberts, HSBC chief executive for corporate and institutional banking, said Singapore is well-positioned to attract companies to set up their bases here.

What Cape Verde can teach leaders about building winning organisations

It was not superior talent but superior coordination that made the Cape Verde football team so impressive.

WiseTech scandal-hit chairman quits over ‘personal attacks’, shares jump 11%

The Australian software giant has been roiled by a series of scandals involving Richard White and his personal life.

As far right eyes Elysee, French centrists pledge growth-friendly budget restraint

Edouard Philippe, Mayor of Le Havre and leader of French political party Horizons (HOR), attends the christening ceremony of the container ship CMA CGM NOTRE DAME at the France Port 2000 Terminal in Le Havre, France, July 2, 2026. REUTERS/Stephane Mahe

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Why the man leading NKF has always believed in playing the long game

As NKF chairman, Ang Hao Yao is betting on patience and prevention to tackle chronic kidney disease, one of Singapore’s fastest-growing health crises.

Uniqlo’s plan to dominate global fashion

A Uniqlo store in Glendale, California. North America is a target of expansion by the Japanese fashion retailer.

The secret reason bosses want everyone back in the office every day of the week

Some leaders say they insist on full-time in-person work because it boosts productivity, despite clear evidence that it does not.

Finally, a use for corporate jargon

A reliable way to detect anyone who thinks it makes sense to talk about data lakes and decision fabrics would be blissful.

Only 1 in 10 young Singapore workers is engaged at work: Gallup report

Many of those surveyed blame the low level of engagement on factors such as global market forces and challenging economic conditions.

Danish company does away with bosses to boost performance

Danish company Clever has done away with bosses to foster creativity and boost group performance.

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