MAS Equities Market Review Group Releases Final Report
Singapore is working hard to become a powerhouse in global equities. With the release of the Equities Market Review Group’s final report, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has unveiled a suite of initiatives designed to sharpen the nation’s competitive edge, deepen liquidity, and attract the next generation of high-growth companies. CROSS-BORDER PARTNERSHIP TO ADVANCE […]
How To Get Workplace Kindness Right
TAKEAWAYS Gone are the days when ruthlessness was synonymous with doing business. Today, kindness is extolled by many as an important virtue to bring into the workplace. Researchers have highlighted its potential to boost employee well-being in hybrid work settings and contribute to positive business outcomes, while numerous companies have expressed a commitment to kindness […]
Businesses In Asia Rethinking Purpose, Profit And Social Responsibility
In Asia, the traditional pursuit of profit is being redefined by the mandate of purpose and social responsibility. Finance professionals, whose roles are deeply intertwined with corporate objectives, need to understand the shifting priorities as they impact investment decisions, risk profiles, and long-term value creation. The inaugural series of a multi-part research programme, The Business […]
Getting GST Compliance Right
TAKEAWAYS At a recent webinar organised by the Singapore Chartered Tax Professionals, officers from the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) discussed key GST updates in 2024 and 2025, common GST compliance errors, and more. KEY GST UPDATES IN 2024 AND 2025 Export Evidence for Zero-Rating A GST-registered company exporting goods through a Singapore-based postal […]
ISCA Conference 2025
TAKEAWAYS The ISCA Conference, a landmark event in the accounting industry, returned with its largest lineup of speakers to date, to inspire attendees and examine the most pertinent issues affecting business and accountancy. Breaking with tradition, this year’s event was held at the Golden Village Vivo City cinema on November 12, complete with popcorn and […]
TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS
AUDITING AND ASSURANCE ISCA Issues Audit Bulletin (AB) 3 (Revised Nov 2025) Implementation Of Quality Management Standards This AB contains frequently asked questions (FAQs) to assist firms in the implementation of the quality management standards1. AB 3 has been updated to incorporate three new FAQs, providing considerations on time tracking, independence verification and monitoring of […]
Chartered Accountants Among World’s Most Trusted Professions
In today’s environment of economic uncertainty, digital disruption, and declining institutional confidence, trust has become an even more critical currency which underpins meaningful transactions. The good news is, Chartered Accountants (CAs) are ranked among the world’s most trusted professions, according to the latest Trust survey. This high level of trust is vital as CAs are […]
Alphabet Soup: IPOs, RTOs And SPACs (Part 2)
TAKEAWAYS In Part 1 of this article, we examined the benefits and challenges associated with reverse takeovers (RTOs). This article assesses the key elements that management at the private and public companies must consider for a successful RTO and, given that RTOs are not the only show in town, compare them with special purpose acquisition […]
How To Nurture Gen Zs For Leadership Roles
TAKEAWAYS The first decade of an employee’s career path used to be relatively straightforward: Enter a company as an individual contributor and gradually work your way up to a managerial position. But climbing the traditional corporate ladder is no longer the default – or necessarily desired – path for many young workers, according to a […]
Reimagining Enterprise Strategy In A Multipolar Economy
“Going to market as Team Singapore” was a recurring theme at the recent Joint Forum on Reimagining Enterprise Strategy, an event supported by the Professional Service (PS) Centre Alliance Partners comprising ISCA, Association of Small & Medium Enterprises (ASME), Tax Academy of Singapore, and the Law Society of Singapore. The Joint Forum brought together leaders […]