Martin Modern: The ‘Gangnam’ of Robertson Quay

SINGAPORE (EDGEPROP) - During the “circuit breaker” period, eight units were sold at the Martin Modern luxury condo development by GuocoLand. This brings the total tally of units sold to 401 out of 450 units in the twin 30-storey development, which translates to a take-up rate of 89%. Ir'a the lifestyle offerings along the whole stretch … Continue reading Martin Modern: The ‘Gangnam’ of Robertson Quay

HDB resale volume dips to 30-year low but prices edge up

The resale market fared worse than it had in previous disease outbreaks too.ST PHOTO: CHONG JUN LIANG SINGAPORE - Housing Board flat resale volumes tumbled still further last month, following the already record low number of flats resold in April, and dropping to levels not seen in the last 30 years, real estate portal SRX figures showed on … Continue reading HDB resale volume dips to 30-year low but prices edge up

Singapore to resume essential business travel with China

The scheme will apply to business and official travel between Singapore and six Chinese provinces.ST PHOTO: DESMOND WEE More planes are set to take flight, with Singapore agreeing to resume essential business and official travel with China and exploring similar "fast lane" arrangements with a few other countries and regions. New Zealand could be the next in … Continue reading Singapore to resume essential business travel with China

Coronavirus: More rent waivers, help on the way for hard-hit SMEs

Landlords will be required by law to give additional rent waiver to eligible SME tenants and sub-tenants that have been hit hard by the pandemic, on top of passing on property tax rebates and the cash grant given by the Government. Landlords that are unable to provide the extra waivers may seek an assessment on … Continue reading Coronavirus: More rent waivers, help on the way for hard-hit SMEs

Hong Kong’s loss may not necessarily be Singapore’s gain

A new low in United States-China relations is shifting investors' focus from a simmering trade conflict to the risk of a potential financial war if Hong Kong's status as a global financial hub is targeted. On the surface, it seems that Singapore could stand to gain if business confidence in Hong Kong is diminished. But … Continue reading Hong Kong’s loss may not necessarily be Singapore’s gain

Non-resident deposits in Singapore jump 44% to record S$62b in April

In a recessionary environment, loan growth slows and deposits tend to grow, says CIMB Private Bank economist Song Seng Wun. SINGAPORE saw a record jump in deposits in April as investors rushed to park funds here given its status as a safe haven amidst global market volatility, said analysts. The circuit-breaker measures have also resulted … Continue reading Non-resident deposits in Singapore jump 44% to record S$62b in April

Coronavirus: 7,800 BTO flats on offer in August; some projects may see delay of 6 months

The HDB is working closely with contractors and the Building and Construction Authority on resuming work at various sites in a phased manner. ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI Home buyers who could not apply for a Build-To-Order (BTO) Housing Board flat this month because of the circuit breaker will be able to do so in three months, … Continue reading Coronavirus: 7,800 BTO flats on offer in August; some projects may see delay of 6 months

CapitaLand to deploy tech for disinfection in malls

High-contact areas in CapitaLand malls, including Tampines Mall (above), will progressively be coated with an anti-microbial disinfectant. PHOTO: CAPITALAND CapitaLand will deploy tech solutions such as disinfecting robots and an air disinfection system at its malls ahead of the phase one reopening next month, it said yesterday. The robots will be deployed daily after mall operating … Continue reading CapitaLand to deploy tech for disinfection in malls

Coronavirus: Almost entire economy to reopen under phase two

Phase two will see the reopening of retail shops and consumer services, as well as sports facilities such as stadiums and swimming pools. ST PHOTO: ALPHONSUS CHERN Phase two of Singapore's exit from the circuit breaker will entail the resumption of a wider range of activities and the reopening of almost the entire economy, said National … Continue reading Coronavirus: Almost entire economy to reopen under phase two

2nd residential site up for sale, tender extended due to Covid-19

The land parcel in Tanah Merah Kechil Link is for a mixed residential development, with the first storey slated for commercial space.PHOTO: SCREENGRAB FROM GOOGLE MAPS A second residential site has been put up for sale by the Government, which is again giving developers more time to assess the property market amid the Covid-19 pandemic … Continue reading 2nd residential site up for sale, tender extended due to Covid-19