Economy

Singapore pursues digital economy ties with ASEAN and global blocs: DPM

DPM Gan also said Singapore is focusing especially on financial services to stay globally relevant.

Asia’s regulators need to match banks’ digital pace, GFTN says

Good regulation, he argued, should function as “a safety belt, not a brake."

More than six in ten business leaders optimistic about APEC's economy: Deloitte

This is despite 59% saying they see geopolitical instability as risks to growth now.

About 42% of business leaders in Southeast Asia plan M&A deals in next year: study

Companies in the region may deploy aggressive capital for market share, Deloitte found.

Singapore records 3,357 F&B openings as of October

 The city-state also recorded 2,431 closures over the same period.

ASEAN's unity is being tested in the age of economic warfare

For Singapore, the current tariff shock is not just a crisis to weather, it could be a catalyst for change.

SG, Bahrain enhance dispute settlement with launch of int'l commercial court

The new Bahrain court is based on Singapore model for cross-border dispute resolution.

COTD: Funding in Singapore peaked to $274m in October

Late-stage rounds accounted for 81.1% of funding during the month.  

Non-HDB households with at least two cars outnumber HDB counterparts

About 46,000 non-HBD households own at least two cars, against 20,000 for HDB households.

Singapore services sentiment turns positive for Q4

Hiring intentions are also strongest in the accommodation sector.

COTD: Trade, accommodation sectors most optimistic about Q4

The transportation and real estate industries show least optimism.

MAS proposes shifting IPO prospectus reviews to SGX RegCo

The move aims to streamline the listing process and enhance regulatory coordination.

Five startups from Singapore, Malaysia amongst Breakthrough Energy fellows

The programme backs early-stage firms developing climate tech solutions.

Singapore advances digital trade agenda with new APEC centre

Fu highlighted the need to embrace technology and globalisation.

Singapore’s unemployment rate at 2.0% in Q3 2025

44.1% of firms indicated plans to hire in the fourth quarter.

Singapore, Chile, and New Zealand enter negotiations for green economy agreement

Areas of cooperation include sustainable aviation fuel and trade-related climate measures.