Daily Debrief: What Happened Today (Nov 1)

Stories you might have missed

Reality check on 4-day week: 95% of Singapore employers say ‘no’

SNEF poll unveils reasons such as higher costs and need for round-the-clock operations.


Singapore public-private task force calls for enhanced grants, flexibility with foreign workers

The taskforce’s 27 recommendations cover labour, land use and regulations, and aim to improve business competitiveness.


GIC-backed Coda Payments gets MAS’ in-principle nod for major payment institution licence

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Holders are allowed to conduct multiple transactions without being subjected to certain threshold limits on transaction volume or float.


SMI Vantage seeks to delist without exit offer, citing ‘difficult financial conditions’

Cash in hand is being used by the group to meet monthly operating expenses.


Investors should not fear a stock market crash

Take a long view, and shares are a lot less risky than many realise.

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