My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. The Singapore bourse has for a number of years embraced the disclosure-based regime. Issuers and professional advisers have commented that a true disclosure-based regime must entail the market regulator eschewing a prescriptive approach within a disclosure-based regime – such as requiring how information in the prospectus and post-listing…
Revitalising the Singapore Stock Market: Reflections on the New Equity Development Programme
- February 24, 2025
My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. On 21st February 2025, the review committee chaired by Minister Chee Hong Tat unveiled the first comprehensive update on its recommendations to revitalise the Singapore stock market. This long-anticipated update has sparked a mix of reactions from commentators and industry representatives, highlighting both optimism and caution regarding the…
A Memorable and Insightful Lunch Gathering with Distinguished Leaders
- February 20, 2025
My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. I had the pleasure of attending a rewarding lunch gathering today alongside a distinguished group of leaders, including former President of Singapore, Ms. Halimah Yacob; former top civil servant, Mr. JY Pillay; Mr. Piyush Gupta, CEO of DBS Bank; Mr. Sherman Kwek, CEO of City Developments Limited (CDL);…
Celebrating the 15th Day of the Snake Lunar New Year with a Meaningful Loh Hei Gathering
- February 12, 2025
My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. We had the pleasure of attending a wonderful Loh Hei lunch-time gathering at the office of Tuan Sing Holdings Ltd this afternoon, marking the auspicious 15th day of the Snake Lunar New Year. This joyous occasion was made even more special with the presence of distinguished guests, including…
Source of the Article: Kennedys My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. This article was originally published in Insurance Day in January 2025, written by partner Jenny Boldon and trainee solicitor William Hanwell Will car dealers and financiers in Singapore be required to ensure fair disclosure of car finance commissions? Stay tuned..:- On October 25, 2024,…
Lunar New Year 2025: Wishing Health, Happiness, and Prosperity
- January 28, 2025
My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. Today marks the Eve of the Lunar New Year of the Snake, a time of immense cultural significance and joyous celebration for the global Chinese community. It is a season of togetherness, gratitude, and renewal, where families gather to share meals, exchange blessings, and honor traditions passed down…
Source of article: THE STRAITS TIMES My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. Claire Huang of the Singapore Straits Times wrote a detailed analysis on the possible ways to enable NTUC Income to maintain its social mission whilst remaining financially viable. Shareholders of Income who were expecting to cash out at a premium when it…
A Memorable Lunch with the Audit Committee: Gratitude to the Law Society of Singapore
- January 3, 2025
My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Executive Committee (Exco) of the Law Society of Singapore for their thoughtful and generous hosting of a delightful lunch for the Audit Committee on 2 January 2025. The event was well-organized and provided a wonderful opportunity for members…
Building a Transparent and Resilient Singapore Stock Market
- December 30, 2024
Source of article: THE STRAITS TIMES My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. To cultivate a dynamic and thriving Singapore stock market akin to NASDAQ, the securities ecosystem—including market regulators, retail and institutional investors, research analysts, and the media—must adopt a more progressive mindset. This entails being willing to support companies that may face financial…
Cheers to Christmas and a Successful M&A Milestone
- December 24, 2024
My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. A team Christmas lunch is always a wonderful occasion to come together, celebrate, and share a sense of camaraderie. This year, it felt particularly rewarding as it followed a period of intense dedication and hard work over the past weekend. Our team collaborated tirelessly to finalize the details…