PropertySingapore
Keppel to divest 51 per cent interest in Singapore office tower owner
The S$611 million transaction includes an equity payment and repayment of a shareholder loan. Completion is expected in 2027’s second quarter.
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- EconomySingapore
Singapore CPF retains top pension grade with higher score in 2026
The adequacy measure improved, while sustainability edged down. The global assessment covered 55 retirement systems.
Lutfi questions possible MSCI downgrade of Indonesia's stock market
The former trade minister alleged pressure from Singapore investment institutions, but the claims lack independently verifiable evidence.
- MarketsIndonesia
Telkom plans to accelerate share buyback of up to Rp4 trillion
More than Rp3 trillion of the approved allocation remained as of 19 October 2026, with the programme scheduled to run until 8 June 2027.
- Banking & FintechMalaysia
Bank Negara to publish proposals for Syariah contract framework
The central bank governor outlined priorities including risk-sharing finance, support for halal enterprises and investment in renewable energy.
- Trade & PolicyVietnam
EU tariff phase-out makes 99% of Vietnam exports eligible for duty-free entry
Bilateral trade rose 23.2% year on year to €52.6 billion in January–July 2026, while Vietnam will continue reducing tariffs on EU goods through 2030.
- Trade & PolicyIndonesia
Prabowo orders export push and action on business barriers
A presidential task force will address obstacles to Indonesian exports, with manufacturing among the sectors targeted.
- EconomyMalaysia
Malaysia’s gig workers welcome RM160 million welfare package
Budget 2027 measures include maintenance support, insurance and retirement contributions, with higher monthly net earnings expected for drivers and riders.
- MarketsIndonesia
Rupiah gains 0.15% as most Asian currencies rise against US dollar
The South Korean won led regional gains, while the Philippine peso, Thai baht and Malaysian ringgit weakened.
SD Guthrie disputes claims linking subsidiaries to Indonesian fires
The plantation group says inspections found no active fires at its Indonesian estates and that some companies identified as affiliates have no ownership or management links to it.
