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Singapore Population Hits Record 6.21M on Foreign Growth
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— Sep 25, 2026
Non-residents added 70,300 people as Singapore reached 6.21 million by June 2026, driven by construction workers for Changi Terminal 5, Marina Bay Sands and housing.
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Jared Kim
The 70,300 non-resident increase makes sense for projects like Changi and Marina Bay Sands, yet it highlights how much we rely on foreign labor instead of training more locals.
Las Vegas Sands Q2 2026 Strong Results
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— Jul 23, 2026
Las Vegas Sands reported mixed Q2 2026 results, with EBITDA of $689 million from Marina Bay Sands alongside growing mass gaming revenue and continued share buybacks totaling $787 million, while overall revenue reached about $3.15 billion and earnings missed estimates amid Macau headwinds. The company emphasized Singapore growth and expansion plans, including potential future capacity, as it remains focused on Asia following the 2022 asset sales.
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