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Zest
Guidance on lower allowances this year means higher profits and dividends for banks
The local banks are likely to report better profits in 2021 as a result of modest income growth, lower provisions and lower costs
February 26, 2021
Zest
DBS expects positive returns from India within two years
DBS's acquisition of Lakshmi Vilas Bank gives it a larger foothold in India.
February 26, 2021
Environmental, Social and Governance
DBS partners apparel maker Inditex to support India's organic cotton industry
India is the world’s largest cotton producer but only 2% is organic now.
February 24, 2021
Leadership
Koh Boon Hwee to step down as Chairman of NTU Singapore Board of Trustees after 28 years
Koh Boon Hwee has stepped down from his role as NTU chairman after 28 years at the helm of the Board of Trustees
February 09, 2021
Zest
Singapore's bank lending continued to grow for second month in December 2020
Singapore’s bank lending increased in December, thanks to the continued growth in housing loans.
February 02, 2021
Right Timing
Weakness sets in for some of STI’s components
DBS and Keppel Corp have broken below their 50-day moving averages. Indicators suggest they are likely to head lower
January 29, 2021
Right Timing
STI consolidates as blue chips ease
A temporary retreat by DBS and other blue chips have caused the STI to remain locked in a narrow range
January 22, 2021
Banks look beyond Covid at challenges and opportunities ahead
The local banks have navigated the Covid crisis, controlling credit costs, and NPLs, and are beginning to look for future growth
December 18, 2020
Sustainability
DBS, Google, Temasek and other companies launch Sustaintech Xcelerator to boost confidence in nature-based carbon credits
In addition, the Sustaintech Xcelerator will provide mentorship to selected applicants, as well as a grant of $50,000.
December 16, 2020
Right Timing
Blue chips pause, stymieing STI’s upward momentum
STI consolidates as DBS loses upward momentum, with a resumption in the rally likely towards the end of the year
December 11, 2020