Singapore Accounting News

The iPhone application includes checking the availability of a company name, purchasing URLs, choosing incorporation packages, finding suitable office space and deciding on a suitable online accounting method.

Joseph J. DioGuardi speaks exclusively to EconomyWatch about the what is not working in the US monetary system and the potential risks the US and rest of the world faces if something doesn't change.

Standard and Poors' decision to cut its outlook for US debt to “negative” came as a surprise to many market watchers. The unprecedented move has reaffirmed the role rating agencies have in determining the prospects of national economies,

Alan Mayo, Director of Maltway Limited UK to lead a course on “Mastering International Oil and Gas Accounting”.

GE reported worldwide profits of $14.2 bn in 2010, w $5.1 bn of total from US operations. US tax bill? ZERO. In fact, G.E. claimed a tax benefit of $3.2 bn Giant tax department often referred to as world’s best tax law firm Total taxpayer ripoff !

Maximizing productivity and profitability by integrating effective planning, budgeting and forecasting processes- now and in the future!

Tragic battle of right vs. right: public workers dependent on private corps as ONLY source of retirement $ vs. public fearing own econ present & future Both must pay 4 mistakes of rating agencies / TBTF derivative plays / pols aware of underfunding

Rikvin has successfully help thousands of foreign entrepreneurs who wish to migrate to Singapore to run their company operation by securing their work visas using employment pass route once they have incorporated a Singapore company.

With the increase of MRT route, Singapore will be moving towards sustainable transportation, which will ensure smoother journey which in turn have a multiplying positive impact on the productivity of Singapore economy.

At a recent seminar Thai Government Ministers said that they expect Thailand’s economy to grow by up to eight percent during 2010.

Dynasty trusts enable affluent people to provide their heirs w money & property largely free from taxes and immune to claims of creditors Heirs can behave as recklessly as they like knowing their $ forever protected for selves & kids = Aristocracy

Hedge funds startups in Singapore are on the rise after the central bank approved new rules that will exempt most funds from obtaining Capital Market Services licence.

NeoEdge Pte Ltd is staging a workshop entitled “Mastering International Oil & Gas Accounting” to be held at JW Marriott Hotel, Dubai from 04 to 07 October 2010.

With the increase in foreigners who wish to setup their company operations in Singapore, asiabiz has created a new website to cater their needs.

Ascendas REIT’s (A-REIT) 1QFY Mar11 results were in line with our estimates according to Kim Meng Report.

Giving advance estimates for FY2010, MTI said that Singapore’s economy grew by 26 per cent. Real GDP is also set to increase to 19.3 per cent compared to the growth in the same period last year.

The introduction of new financial reporting standards has made significant changes in the treatment and disclosure of consolidation issues.

Singapore’s strong and stable economy is set against a backdrop high standard of living, low-crime environment and situated right at the heart of Asia’s financial region.

The rental rates for residential units are scaling the peaks in property prices, with rents for condominiums boosting a price hike of 5.8 per cent over the first half of 2010.

Research firm IDC has projected that the Singapore government’s spending for information and communication technology (ICT) is set to grow by 3.5 per cent annually to US$1.5 billion (S$2.1 billion) in 2003

Accounting giant KPMG's recent survey on corporate tax in the Asia-Pa Pacific region has once more listed Singapore as the third-lowest after Macau and Hong Kong.

Australia's new Prime Minister Julia Gillard has said she disagrees with predecessor Kevin Rudd's 'Big Australia' policy and intends to slow down immigration.

The upward trend for PEPs is observed from 2009's economic downturn when the number of jobs fell, creating an unstable job market.

Strategically located in the heart of Asia-Pacific, Singapore is the business city of choice, having had the recognition of excellent business and social infrastructure, political stability, and favorable economic ties with world economies.

Lynette Khoo once again in her article “ Where One Director wears Three Committee Hats” which appeared in the Straits Times May 11th 2010 reviewed the pros and cons of directors sitting in more than one or three committees.

Singapore , a vibrant city, is a forerunner in various sectors being a legal hub , financial hub , a tourism hub. As of 29th April 2010 the Committee to Develop the Accountancy Sector( CDAS) aims to make Singapore into a global accounting hub.

Rikvin is the leading authority in company formation in Singapore. We can help you incorporate your company with ACRA. We can also assist you in obtaining the required licenses and permits

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is reviewing the regulatory regime for financial intermediaries conducting fund management activities and the exemption regime for financial intermediaries engaged in leveraged foreign exchange trading

-The definition for entertainment and recreation business is broad. It can be a fishing farm or a Kelong where you can fish for prawns; a karaoke lounge or nightclub.

If you want to start a restaurant in Singapore you will need to apply for a license to operate. Only Singapore citizens and Permanent Residents above 21 years of age, or a registered Private Limited company can apply for the license

Our Fast-track Express service can incorporate your company within 60 minutes and arrange for bankers to meet with you to discuss opening of corporate bank accounts.

Singapore is fast becoming a business city of choice. With excellent business infrastructure and close economic ties with many of the world's leading economies, there has never been better time than now for entrepreneurs to immigrate

How lowering personal income tax rates will help in Singapore Growth.

Singapore has one of the most competitive corporate tax structures in the world. The corporate tax structure is a pro- business package inclusive of wide ranging stimulus

The criteria of assessing applications for EntrePass - employment pass for foreign entrepreneurs, have undergone extensive changes and these changes will be effective from 28 September 2009

At Asiabiz, we always think out of the box. A very valuable service we offer is being able to submit your Singapore employment pass (EP) application and possibly get the EP Visa approved within 24 hours.

We are a company of passionate individuals. We are first and foremost passionate about Singapore. We truly believe Singapore is a city of possibilities and great opportunities. We are behind your goals of forming your business in Singapore.

Singapore has a reputation for attractive tax rates, positive and encouraging business policies. Singapore taxes are much lower than most other developed nations and over the years, it has continued to slide down further.

Singapore welcomes foreign professionals with unique talents, in order to enrich the talent pool without jeopardizing the employment opportunities of the locals.

To encourage local & international entrepreneurship, Singapore Govt has declared a full tax exemption for new companies. Full tax exemption is granted on the first $100,000 of Chargeable Income for qualifying companies for the first three years

The Personalised Employment Pass (PEP) is a new scheme administered by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower to encourage and provide support for foreigners who wish to find employment in Singapore

Singapore is consistently acknowledged to be a global business hub with its developed infrastructure, political stability and open business policies.

Fancy expanding yourself to Asia, or wish you could experience the essence of an Asian lifestyle?

Every entrepreneur at some point or the other faces the challenge of drafting a persuasive Business plan.

Singapore’s EntrePass is designed to facilitate the entry and stay of foreign individuals in Singapore to directly manage their entrepreneurial venture in Singapore

Singapore has the third highest rates of personal income tax amongst all the countries surveyed (with the exception of Switzerland) in the latest Individual Income Tax and Social Security Rate Survey.

As with most jurisdictions, starting a company in Singapore has a certain amount of preliminary and ongoing regulatory and compliance requirements, both local as well as foreign.

Singapore’s Company Incorporation Specialist says time is ripe for entrepreneurs to take advantage of upcoming rebound.

For foreign entrepreneurs to start a business and reside in Singapore, they must first obtain the local version of the Employment Pass the EntrePass.

If you are a foreigner looking to have a career in Singapore and do not want to be tied up contractually to any specific employer for a time period of up to five (5) years, the Personalised Employment Pass (PEP) will work perfectly for you.