AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAviation: Singapore Airlines’ first-half revenue hit a record S$11.3 billion, but profit fell 43.9% to S$134 million as fuel costs surged 90.3%. Ports & Logistics: At TOC Asia in Singapore, Long An International Port highlighted how linking port operations with industrial parks and logistics networks can attract investment and improve supply-chain efficiency. Digital Payments: DBS PayLah! users can now pay by QR code at more than 100 million merchants in China, with no additional transaction fees. AI & Investment: Singapore-headquartered X Star Technology is investing close to A$10 million in Australian automotive AI firm AutoSwift to support its platform’s growth. Business Expansion: Airwallex plans to invest more than S$2 billion in Singapore and grow its local workforce to over 1,000. Construction: Costs are forecast to rise 3.3% in 2027, as a steady project pipeline keeps pressure on the sector. Chip Trade: Scrutiny of Nvidia’s links to Singapore-based Megaspeed is raising questions about chip shipments and export-control risks.
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