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About Us
Iconomy Corporate Consultancy
is a full service corporate finance advisory boutique,
established with the vision of providing
a full suite of corporate finance expertise and support
for Small and Medium Enterprises in Asia.
is a full service corporate finance advisory boutique,
established with the vision of providing
a full suite of corporate finance expertise and support
for Small and Medium Enterprises in Asia.
Corporate finance used to be a specialised area of practice, exclusively accessible by large and established corporations.
This in a way, provides an unfair competitive advantage for the big players,
and perhaps is the reason why, the failure rate of small companies tend to be the highest...
This in a way, provides an unfair competitive advantage for the big players,
and perhaps is the reason why, the failure rate of small companies tend to be the highest...
Our Services
Grand Opening
Iconomy Suites @ Woodlands
Media Features
Lianhe Zaobao Budget 2020 Roundtable
CEO of Iconomy Holdings Pte Ltd, Mr Boo Kok Chuon, invited to Budget 2018 Live roundtable with MP Desmond Choo organised by Singapore Chinese Newspaper Lianhe Zaobao
Thought Leadership
CDL’s Boardroom Battle: A Layman’s Guide
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By Omnia Law Chambers LLC and Iconomy Corporate Consultancy Pte. Ltd. Introduction: What’s Happening at CDL? One of Singapore’s largest property developers, City Developments Limited (CDL), is in the midst of a dramatic family and corporate power struggle. The company’s […]
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Barbie Hsu’s Passing Highlights the Importance of Guardianship and Wealth Protection for High-Net-Worth Families
By Boo Kok Chuon Barbie Hsu’s Passing and the Legal Challenges That Follow The recent passing of Barbie Hsu (徐熙媛, 大S) has raised important questions about inheritance, guardianship, and wealth management, particularly for high-net-worth individuals (“HNWI”) with complex family structures. […]
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Learning from Family Business Disputes: A Staged Approach to SMEs Succession Planning
By Boo Kok Chuon and Chan Mei Lee Family-owned businesses often come with unique challenges when it comes to passing the baton from the older generation owners to the next. It involves years of planning, failure of which can lead […]
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Are All Risks Bad? How Malaysia’s Private Lease Scheme (PLS) Properties Can Outperform Leaseholds or Freehold for Investors
By Boo Kok Chuon The Private Lease Scheme (PLS) in Malaysia has become a polarising topic, especially after recent disputes involving Singaporean investors. While concerns about lower liquidity, resale limitations, and developer control are valid, PLS properties can still offer […]
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Defamation in Singapore
By Peter Ong Lip Cheng and Boo Kok Chuon As the trial of Johnny Depp[1] and his former spouse, Amber Heard, closes, the topic of defamation has resurfaced to be the talk of the town. Watching the cross examinations of the witnesses […]
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Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) Simplified
By Boo Kok Chuon It was reported in the news yesterday, that local celebrity, Edmund Chen, sold his NFT painting at a whopping $53,000. Though this appears to be quite a fortune for many of us commoners, it is as […]
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WHAT SHOULD YOU DO WHEN YOU FACE HARASSMENTS FROM DEBT COLLECTORS?
By Peter Ong Lip Cheng and Boo Kok Chuon In light of the recent publication of harassment by debt collectors faced by politician, Lim Tean, one may wonder if debt collection agencies enjoy certain powers or privileges. It is a […]
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Commentary: When and what to buy? At what age? Investing for retirement in a COVID-19 economy
Your investment strategy should be based on an understanding of market fundamentals, the long-term outlook and your age, says Patrick Chang. Source: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/commentary/investing-retirement-singapore-best-strategies-tips-by-age-covid-14145108 SINGAPORE: For every Singaporean senior looking forward to saving enough to enjoy retirement, the COVID-19 pandemic has […]
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How to identify an SBLC scam
By Boo Kok Chuon and Chan Mei Lee Over the past one year, we have advised and saved no lesser than five clients, who almost fell victim in financing schemes related to SBLC that turned out to be fraudulent in […]
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On Zero-bound Interest Rates, Deflation, and the Liquidity Trap
By Boo Kok Chuon I still vividly remember 10 years back, when I was an economics student, I had been struggling with the grasping of the abstract idea of the liquidity trap in Introduction to Economics. Ironically, when I progressed […]
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Lessons from Covid-19 Crisis: An Observation of the Consumers’ Behavior in the F&B Retail Sector
By Boo Kok Chuon Since the Covid-19 crisis hit the shores of Singapore, the consumption patterns of the city-state have experienced a drastic shift. This is particularly apparent in the already gloomy retail scene, the implementation of the Circuit Breaker […]
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News and Articles
Singapore Removes Work Permit Employment Period Limit: What It Means for Businesses and Workers
Starting July 1, 2025, Singapore will implement significant updates to its Work Permit and S Pass policies. These changes are designed to offer employers greater flexibility in managing their foreign workforce and provide opportunities for long-term employment for foreign workers. At Iconomy Corporate, we are closely following these developments to help businesses navigate the updated regulations. Our HR advisory partner, Mirachael Shines, […]
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CDL’s Boardroom Battle: A Layman’s Guide
By Omnia Law Chambers LLC and Iconomy Corporate Consultancy Pte. Ltd. Introduction: What’s Happening at CDL? One of Singapore’s largest property developers, City Developments Limited (CDL), is in the midst of a dramatic family and corporate power struggle. The company’s Executive Chairman, Kwek Leng Beng, is attempting to remove his own son, Sherman Kwek, from his role as CEO. This dispute is […]
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How SMEs Benefit from Budget 2025
Singapore’s Budget 2025 sets the stage for economic growth, business resilience, and workforce transformation, offering a range of measures to support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). With a focus on cost management, technology adoption, and workforce upskilling, this budget ensures that SMEs can remain competitive in a dynamic global landscape. 1. Managing Business Costs 2. Supporting Business Growth and Transformation 3. Encouraging […]
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Understanding the New Audit Exemption Criteria in Malaysia: What You Need to Know
The Companies Commission of Malaysia (CCM) has introduced significant updates to the audit exemption criteria for private companies, effective from 1 January 2025. These changes aim to streamline business operations for smaller companies while ensuring that financial transparency and accountability remain intact. What’s Changed? Under the new framework, private companies in Malaysia may qualify for an audit exemption if they meet at […]
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[Update] Filing Relief Extended: ACRA Waives Late Filing Penalties for BizFile+ Users Experiencing Technical Difficulties
The Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) has announced an extension of its waiver on late filing penalties for BizFile+ users encountering technical difficulties while using the revamped BizFile+ portal. This initiative underscores ACRA’s commitment to supporting businesses during the transition to the upgraded platform, ensuring seamless regulatory compliance for companies and service providers. Overview of ACRA’s Waiver Policy The waiver, initially […]
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Iconomy Group of Companies Showcases at Vesak 2024 Carnival
The Iconomy Group of Companies is proud to announce its successful participation in the Vesak 2024 carnival at the Singapore Expo on 12 May 2024, organised by the Singapore Buddhist Federation and generously sponsored by the Buddhist Business Network (“BBN”). The event provided a valuable platform for Iconomy Group to showcase its services to the visitors of the carnival. The highlight of […]
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