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Fire-protection specialist Deluge launches SGX IPO to raise over $23 million for acquisitions

Deluge was previously in talks with Jardine Matheson to sell the business before opting for an SGX listing instead, said founder and chairman Vincent Cheo (centre), pictured with CEO Lee Wai Wah (left) and CFO Fredrik Tan.

Selected 11 stocks see immediate uptake of smaller board lot sizes on SGX

SGX said 10-share trades surged on Oct 5, the first day of its board lot reduction, with over 20,000 executed.

Nasdaq notches record high close as investors focus on earnings

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange at the opening bell, in New York City on Oct 5, 2026.

SGX and partners roll out youth stock programme to lower barriers and equip young investors

The Youth Stock Ambassadors Programme will give selected young investors capital market education, practical exposure and opportunities to engage with the ecosystem.

SGX board lot reduction kicks in for 11 stocks, including the three Singapore banks

The initial 11 stocks included in the board lot size reduction exercise accounted for 35% of trading activity on SGX in the first six months of 2026.

Thai bourse plans dual-class share structure to boost listings

The move is designed to ease the concern of founders about diluting their control and end a lean patch in new listings.

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Not SGX’s fault if stocks have no liquidity, says chairman: Markets this week

In taking full control of the Starbucks business, DFI will transfer its 50% stake in Maxim’s to Hongkong Caterers for US$340 million in cash.

Equities close higher as softer US jobs data quiets rate-hike expectations

Traders working on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, in New York City, on Sept 29.

Oil prices drop as Europe agrees to release diesel reserves

European leaders agreed on Oct 1 to release diesel from their reserves to lower prices, following a request from US President Donald Trump.

S’pore ride-hailing platform Ryde faces legal trouble in the US and Cayman Islands

Ryde is facing a class action lawsuit for allegedly making false or misleading statements about its business.

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