Economy
Singapore to strengthen collaboration on sustainability with PH
Singapore to strengthen collaboration on sustainability with PH
The two states agreed to expand collaboration in renewable energy, including solar and wind.
Dollar shocks, trade wars, and youth fallout: Why Singapore must future-proof the next generation
The young—who form the spine of future growth—are increasingly the silent shock absorbers of global disruption.
PMI edges up to 49.7 in May
This marks the second contraction following 19 consecutive months of expansion.
Global leaders turn to hybrid work to build business resilience: report
Two-thirds (67%) of executives are actively reducing or planning to reduce operating cost.
MAS chief economist urges Asia countries to remain agile, avoid retaliation
He urged policymakers to double down on regional trade integration.
CGS International signs six deals to boost ASEAN-China ties
The new agreements build on its earlier pledge of $1.82b (RM6b), made during the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone Partners’ Dialogue.
Singapore GDP growth slows but expected liquidity measures may offer tailwinds
Economists expect MAS to ease monetary policy.
MAS appoints Goh Swee Chen and Ho Teck Hua as board members
MAS said both have been appointed for a three-year term ending 31 May 2028.
Four in 10 firms pessimistic about economy: survey
The proportion of companies expecting the economy to worsen over the next 12 months has nearly doubled.
Industrial production may rise as RHB lifts forecast on sector momentum
The bank now sees a “material upside risk” to its earlier forecast of 0.5% growth in industrial production for 2025.
Business receipts fall 3.7% QoQ in Q1 2025
Year-on-year, it grew 6.1%.
SERT shuffles leadership team after Cabinet, SBF appointments
Desmond Lee stepped down whilst Jeffrey Siow and Teo Siong Seng joined.
Economic pressure, talent shortages slow Singapore’s AI adoption
Over 80% of companies report being hit by global tariffs.
Singapore output rebounds but late-year drag expected
Industrial production rose 5.3% MoM seasonally adjusted in April, reversing two months of contraction in March and February.
Tame CPI pressures expected for Singapore in 2025: RHB
April saw a slight uptick in core inflation driven by firmer prices.
Geopolitical tensions threaten trade, seen hurting Asian economies: MAS Economist
The 12th Asian Monetary Policy Forum convened academics and policymakers to discuss major economic and financial issues in Asia.
ASEAN concludes talks on trade deal upgrade: DPM Gan
ASEAN members plan to sign the upgraded ATIGA at the 47th ASEAN Summit in October 2025.
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