Economy
Economy contracted 5.8% in 2020
Economy contracted 5.8% in 2020
The manufacturing sector improved, whilst the services sector continued to falter.
Non-oil domestic exports dropped 4.9% YoY in November
Electronic NODX decreased by 3.8% YoY, whilst non-electronic NODX declined by 5.2% YoY.
Singapore to invest $25b for research and innovation ‘til 2025
The government outlined plans to expand funding to ‘key’ sectors to meet future challenges.
Over 40 companies joined SBF's IHCI Enabler Programme
Twelve industry sectors were covered in the eight-week training programme.
Singapore, UK sign free trade agreement
They have agreed to begin negotiations on a digital economy agreement next year.
Asian Export Awards 2020 commends leading exporters in the region
The awards were handled via digital presentations.
Singapore to host WEF Special Annual Meeting 2021
The annual meeting will return to Davos-Klosters, Switzerland in 2022.
More tech innovations, collboration needed to drive recovery: DPM Heng
In his remarks to SFF x SWITCH attendees, DPM Heng also called for more financial inclusivity and sustainability.
Singapore PMI slips by 0.1 point in November
The electronics sector recorded a marginal 0.1 point rise.
Credit Bureau Asia debuts on SGX Mainboard
CIMB Bank Berhad Singapore is the issue manager.
Aedge Group announces IPO launch on Catalist
The sponsor for the listing is UOB Kay Hian.
Half of Singaporeans shop local to help businesses recover from COVID-19 impact
Consumers also spent at socially-responsible businesses.
Over half a million Singaporeans ditched travel credit cards: survey
More planning to get rid of theirs if restrictions remain in place in 2021.
Overall job postings recovering: job platform
Recovery is concentrated on certain industries and roles.
Singapore IPO activity ‘bright' amidst market risks
Singapore raised US$852m in proceeds from eight IPO deals so far this year.
Businesses still in trouble if tourists don't return by 2021: survey
Singapore businesses call on local shoppers for support.
Singapore's Q3 GDP performing better than MTI estimates: analyst
Strong uptick in manufacturing momentum in Q3 helped improve GDP.
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