Economy
Singapore's economic growth forecast raised to 2.5%
Singapore's economic growth forecast raised to 2.5%
It will be led by the surge in manufacturing growth.
Singapore's offshore assets to rise 8% until 2021
It is keeping up with Switzerland in attracting foreign wealth.
Almost 3 in 4 Singapore CEOs optimistic amidst global uncertainties
They were the most confident amongst ASEAN CEOs.
Singapore's total employment slumps by 6,800 in Q1
This the biggest drop since 2Q09.
Chart of the Day: Household spending to jump 44.7% in 2021
It will grow at an average rate of 8.3%.
Daily Briefing: Brick-and-mortar retailers still eye setting up in Singapore; District 4 sees pickup in transactions
And check out these four charts about Singapore's economy.
Could Singapore's economy be on a downturn again?
The current quarter may be impacted by a low base on imports.
3 key areas affluent households will spend on
These will account for almost 40% of their spending by 2021. Singapore's affluent middle class supports high spending on non-essential goods and...
Why Singapore consumers are tightening their purse strings
Consumer spending declined for two quarters in a row.
Singapore strengthens economic ties with Myanmar
A deal will open doors for Singapore firms to explore opportunities in Myanmar. The International Enterprise Singapore signed a Memorandum of...
Chart of the Day: Money supply eases to a 7.8% growth in April
This is undermined by a softer gain in net foreign position.
Household spending to hit $206.8b in 2021
It will grow at an annual rate of 6.3% over the next five years.
Singapore trumps US in competitiveness ranking
It takes the third spot, below Hong Kong and Switzerland.
Singapore tops global ranking for online presence
It ranked sixth in AT Kearney’s Global Cities Index 2017.
Chart of the Day: Electronics boost overall manufacturing growth by 13.4%
Whilst biomed dragged output down by 5.3%.
Services sector grows in slow, uneven pace
Transport & storage improved the most with a 4.2% growth.
NWC proposes up to $60 pay hike for low-wage workers
Good news for those earning a basic wage of up to $1,200.
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