Economy

AI adoption shape SMB priorities for 2026: report

LinkedIn identifies skills gaps and uneven uptake. 

Singapore is APAC's most attractive startup market

World-class broadband speeds, high levels of AI readiness, and highly educated workforce lifted its rank.

IMDA signs digital economy cooperation MOU with China

Agreement covers data policy, funding and talent exchanges

SNEF urges targeted Budget 2026 support on manpower and costs

SNEF recommended enhancing and extending the Progressive Wage Credit Scheme beyond 2026.

CPF interest rates stay unchanged for January to March 2026

Separately, the Basic Healthcare Sum (BHS) for 2026 will be set at $79,000. 

41% of Singapore firms cut US investment amidst uncertainty

A third of these leaders have put a major halt to major investment decisions

Singapore’s economy posts firmer rebound as industrial output surprises

The bank said risks have shifted toward a steeper 1.0% slope as early as April 2026 if core inflation momentum normalises.

SG consumers least likely to raise year-end spending in SEA

Amongst spenders in Singapore, 48% plan to spend on travel and only 7% on shopping.

Singapore becomes APAC’s third-richest billionaire market

The city-state's billionaire wealth rose 66.4% to $335.4 b in 2025.

Inflation set to edge higher as 2026 pressures firm: analyst

On the domestic front, unit labour costs may stabilise at slightly higher levels.

DBS forecasts GDP growth of 1.8% as Singapore shows measured resilience

On policy, DBS said authorities are likely to preserve buffers for counter-cyclical action. 

The Ministry of Finance opens Budget 2026 consultation as feedback begins

They seek views across several broad themes that include strengthening the economy through entrepreneurship.

Real wages grow 4.3% as median income reaches $5,775

Lower labour-force participation limits gains despite higher real wages

Economic growth projected to slow to 2.2% in 2026: report

As unemployment rates, population growth, interest rates, amongst others, will see moderate activity.

Manpower, rent and weak demand drag businesses’ profits

Rising costs push Singapore firms into profit decline