November witnessed a significant rebound in Singapore’s private home sales, driven by the successful launches of suburban condominiums – J’den in Jurong East, Hillock Green in Lentor Central, and the luxury prime district project Watten House. The surge in sales, up 286% from October to a four-month high of 784 units, was attributed to pent-up […]
The US Federal Reserve opted to keep interest rates steady and indicated a shift in its monetary policy, signaling the end of the historic tightening implemented over the past two years. The decision was accompanied by new economic projections, highlighting the expectation of lower borrowing costs in 2024. Key Points: The Federal Reserve’s decision and […]
As the deadline approaches for mortgages tied to the Singapore Interbank Offered Rate (Sibor), it’s reported that although around 30,000 borrowers switched between January and October, approximately 57,000 still hold onto their Sibor-based loans. The Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) notes that Sibor is set to be discontinued by the end of 2024, with […]
The Ministry of Finance (MOF) and Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (Iras) have announced a one-off property tax rebate for owner-occupied homes in response to the anticipated increase in property taxes. The rebate, ranging from 100 percent for small public flats to 15 percent for private properties, aims to mitigate the impact of higher property […]
Gardens by the Bay is set to introduce a new “experiential” attraction within the next three years, aiming to provide visitors with a unique experience of the Kingfisher Wetlands, a 1.5-hectare area filled with mangrove plants. The proposed attraction may incorporate augmented and virtual reality elements, according to Felix Loh, the CEO of Gardens by […]
In a significant move, public housing flats will be launched in the Pearl’s Hill area near Chinatown for the first time in 40 years. This initiative is part of the government’s broader plan to diversify housing types in central locations and breathe new life into the city center, creating vibrant mixed-use districts. The objective is […]
An indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Genting Singapore has been granted provisional approval by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) to develop 21,243 square meters of gross floor area (GFA) for retail space and 700 hotel rooms at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS). The retail space equates to 228,658 square feet. This development is part of Genting Singapore’s […]
In a successful collective sale, Shenton House, located in Singapore’s Central Business District, has been sold for S$538 million. The buyer, Shenton 101 Pte Ltd, is owned by Lee Yeow Seng, the Group CEO of IOI Properties Group (IOIPG), a listed company on Bursa Malaysia Securities. Lee participated in the acquisition in his personal capacity […]
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) of Singapore recently put up a residential site in Orchard Boulevard for sale, attracting attention from market observers. The soft market sentiment is expected to make developers cautious and restrained in their bids for the property. While most analysts believe the top bid will fall in the range of S$1,378 […]
Lo & Behold Group, a well-established hospitality group in Singapore, is embarking on an ambitious project set to launch in the latter half of 2024. They plan to transform the former Nan Chiau High School in River Valley into a unique lifestyle development that will accommodate more than 50 F&B and lifestyle brands. This innovative […]
