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Expanding Internationally: 5 Markets to Consider

There are plenty of benefits to expanding your business internationally. For one, there’s the potential to earn higher profits, especially …

When is the Right Time to Expand Your Business Overseas?

There are many reasons that companies expand overseas, besides simply growing their business opportunities. For one, they can tap into …

International Money Transfers: 4 Benefits of Named Accounts

As you expand your business, exporting your goods and services overseas is a natural next step you might consider. Knowing …

Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) for Business: Everything You Need to Know

The ‘buy now, pay later’ payment model has rapidly and firmly insinuated itself into everyday shopping experience online and in …

Overseas Expansion: 4 Misconceptions of SMEs Expanding Abroad

A large proportion of local companies are seizing the opportunities going overseas presents. Eight in 10 businesses reported a presence …

How Can a Growth Stage Company Continue to Perform?

The startup scene in Singapore is thriving. In 2021, a number of local companies such as Ninja Van, Patsnap and …

Post-COVID-19 Singapore: 4 Strategies for Companies to Adopt to Thrive

COVID-19 has permanently altered how companies operate, consumers shop and employees work. From large-scale work from home, to greater adoption …

Business China: Steps to Take When Exploring Opportunities Here

It’s hard to ignore China. This country, with the world’s biggest population that is 3.5 times the size of the …

SME Invoice Finance: What is it? How does it work?

A common problem faced by Small & Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) are delayed payments from customers. With many transactions being …

Why Should SMEs in Singapore Consider a Micro Business Loan?

When first starting up or in the midst of expansion, businesses can struggle financially to stay afloat. Some common financial …

How Fintech Platforms Can Help Your Business Grow

Setting up a new business can be difficult. If only there was a way to automate some processes and take …

Business Loans: Receiving Funds for Expansion & Growth

Singapore’s SMEs account for two-thirds of the total employment in the country. Although small, they contribute a whopping total of S$200 billion …

International Business Opportunities: How Do I Set Up My Finances Overseas?

At a point in a business life cycle, business owners start seriously considering venturing abroad. Small domestic markets push enterprises …

International Money Transfers: How Do I Pay Overseas Vendors?

Businesses choose to import foreign goods and services for various reasons. Sourcing for your raw materials or manufacturing your products …

Choosing the best multi-currency business account in Singapore

As a business owner with plans to expand your business internationally, holding a multi-currency account is a must to better …

Singapore Multi-Currency Business Accounts Comparison Overview

With the variety of Multi-Currency Business Accounts from different banks and Fintech firms in Singapore, business owners are spoilt for …

What is mid-market exchange rate?

You are a business owner. Or perhaps you are in the Accounts Department. Regardless of your position, a common question …

3 Tips for SMEs to boost their businesses in the COVID-19 recovery phase

COVID-19 has been a long battle for many, and changes wrought by this crisis will constitute the “next normal”. As …

3 common financial pain points faced by SMEs

Cash flow management is a key focus for many small to medium enterprises (SMEs) because it can affect the development …

5 factors SMEs need to consider for cross-border remittances

You are the CFO of your company and you have just started working with a supplier based in China. One …

5 Benefits of Having a Multi-Currency Account

Is your SME business trading international, or are you looking to move beyond Singapore to grow your business and opportunities? …

4 hidden costs every SME should beware of before making a remittance transaction

Cross-border remittances are costly transactions. On average, the charge for sending $200 is $14. The $14 is a combination of fees …