TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS
AUDITING AND ASSURANCE IESBA And IAASB Launch Joint Stakeholder Survey To Shape 2028–2031 Strategies IESBA and IAASB have launched a joint global stakeholder survey to kick off the development of their 2028–2031 Strategies and Work Plans. The coordinated survey reflects closer collaboration between the two boards, streamlines stakeholder engagement, and reduces duplication. Feedback from the […]
Realise The Value Of Being In The Office
TAKEAWAYS The days of fully remote work appear to be well and truly over, whether employees like it or not. From Meta to Morgan Stanley, many companies have called their staff back to the office upwards of three days a week, with some pushing for full five-day returns. A big reason cited for this shift? […]
ISCA Pre-Budget Roundtable 2026
TAKEAWAYS The ISCA Pre-Budget Roundtable (PBRT), which is held annually in the lead-up to Singapore’s Budget, provides a platform for business, industry and professional leaders to exchange perspectives on economic trends, enterprise realities and national priorities. The 2026 edition took place ahead of the Budget announcement on February 12, offering a timely forum to surface […]
Aspirations And Experience
TAKEAWAYS A new year, a clean slate. As we welcome 2026, we invited the alumni of ISCA’s Global Talent Programme (GTP) 2025 to share their thoughts about the accounting industry and profession, and what they think the future holds for them. We also asked our ISCA members about their outlook for 2026, as well as […]
TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS
AUDITING AND ASSURANCE ISCA Issues Audit Bulletin (AB) 8 Key Considerations In Auditing Valuation Of Unquoted Equity Investments Unquoted equity investments can take various forms and possess unique characteristics and risks to financial reporting. These investments are typically not quoted in an active market and involve ownership interest in private companies whose shares are not […]
Become A Leader Who Sets Your Limits
TAKEAWAYS Clare was a high-performing project manager at a marketing firm. Known for being helpful and always saying “yes”, she often found herself working late, picking up extra tasks and answering emails on weekends. Over time, Clare felt drained and irritable. Her work-life balance had disappeared and so had her enthusiasm. One Monday morning, after […]
Singapore 2026
TAKEAWAYS A LOOK BACK AT 2025 Singapore closed 2025 with a stronger-than-expected economic performance, delivering resilience amid a volatile global macro environment and ongoing geopolitical fragmentation. Real GDP expanded by an estimated 4.8% year-on-year (YoY), well above initial projections and comfortably above Singapore’s longer-term trend. The upside surprise came on the back of firmer-than-anticipated electronics […]
Tax Leaders Use GenAI To Boost Tax Management
TAKEAWAYS As multinational companies navigate an increasingly complex business world, the “EY 2025 Tax Risk and Controversy Survey” highlights how tax leaders are turning to generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and reviewing their governance frameworks to manage emerging tax risks. With nine in 10 (90%) tax leader respondents expecting more tax disputes in the coming years, […]
Top Five Workplace Trends In 2026
Workplace trends in 2026 will be defined by skills-first hiring, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven transformation, hybrid work recalibration, mental health integration into human resource (HR) policies, and growth of a contingent workforce. They present opportunities and challenges for workers and employers alike. For workers, adaptability, continuous upgrading, and self-love are vital; for employers, strategic planning, and […]
Unlock Value From GenAI Projects
TAKEAWAYS According to research by MIT, enterprise investment in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has surged to an estimated US$30 to $40 billion globally. Yet, for most organisations, the payoff remains elusive. The study, “The GenAI Divide: State of AI in Business 2025”, reported that only about 5% of GenAI pilots delivered measurable profit-and-loss impact, while […]