Singapore ranks 4th in list of world’s most competitive economies

It dropped by one place from last year.

Singapore remains Asia’s most competitive economy, according to the 35th edition of the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking (WCR).

The Lion City, however, fell one rank in the global ranking, dropping to fourth place.

According to IMD, Singapore performed well in international trade, employment, and technological infrastructure.

The Lion City, however, needs improvement in areas such as prices, management practices, and health and environment.

IMD also underscored three main challenges that the Lion City is facing, including helping businesses and households to cope with elevated costs and inflationary pressures; ensuring that businesses and workers continue to upgrade their capabilities for Singapore to stay competitive and seize new opportunities; and navigating the challenges posed by the slowing global economy amidst tightening financial conditions and rising protectionism.

If you've been wondering whether SBR could work for your company — yes, probably.

A lot of the companies we partner with started as readers. They'd been following our coverage for a while, saw their own customers and competitors in it, and eventually asked the obvious question: could we do something with you? The answer is usually yes. The shape of it depends on what you're trying to do.

The options are broader than most people assume — thought leadership articles, sponsored content, industry summits across Southeast Asia, regional awards programmes, podcasts, and media placements in print and digital. Some partners use one channel; most use a mix. We figure out the right combination by starting with your brief, not with our rate card.

So if the question has been on your mind, here's the easy way to ask it.

We'll tell you honestly whether we can help, and how. It's a better use of everyone's time.

Book a meeting

| Or download the media kit (PDF)

240,000 senior readers quarterly in print Top 1,700 Singapore companies reached

7 markets across Southeast Asia