Economy
Singapore could release inflation data on demographic groups
Singapore could release inflation data on demographic groups
Minister Chan Chun Sing said they are particularly concerned about retirees as a consumer group.
Singapore rallies to fifth place in global innovation rankings
But it still needs to work on education expenditure, environmental performance, and productivity growth.
Singapore fears 'vicious cycle' of trade measures amidst conflict
Trade minister Chan Chun Sing said this could hit global consumption and trade flows to Singapore.
US-China trade wars could dent Japan's export growth
The US accounts for 20% of Japan's total exports.
This weak spot kept Singapore from being the top smart city in the world
It scored a mere 2 points in people-centricity.
Chart of the Day: Singapore's foreign reserves grew by $8.5b in 2017
The gains were boosted by $22.3b of investment gains.
Singapore economy to grow 2.5-3.5% amidst trade frictions: MAS
Managing director Ravi Menon said Singapore risks being hit by inflation and protectionism.
Chart of the Day: Singapore to be third largest economy hit by US tariffs on Chinese goods
About 1.25% of market GDP is expected to be affected.
Business confidence in Japan slipped in Q2 2018
Large manufacturers' worries intensify over trade frictions and geopolitical risks.
APAC leads growth in global real estate transparency
Australia and New Zealand placed second and seventh in the global transparency rankings.
Emerging markets in Asia could get hurt from US-China trade tension
Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore, Korea, Hong Kong, Thailand, Philippines, and Japan will be amongst the most affected by US tariffs on Chinese goods via...
Low factory output and exports weigh down Singapore PMI in June
It dipped 0.2 point to 52.5.
Customs to speed up process for Thailand-bound exports
Thailand's Singapore-bound exports will likewise go through the faster process.
Chart of the Day: Singapore's electronics inventory hits 7-year high
But electronics exports are down, indicating a divergence between measures.
Daily Briefing: Singapore to get new F-16 fighter jets; Temasek unit buys stake in Indian ports for US$147m
And GIC invests US$250m in a joint venture to acquire US$2b worth of rental houses.
Asian firms could pay in-demand workers US$15,000 more amidst talent crunch
Japan's salary surge could cost as much as US$468b by 2030.
Singapore to toughen penalties for GST act offences
It wants to broaden IRAS’ powers when cracking down serious GST-related crimes.
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