Economy
MAS flags sharp downside risks from US-led trade shocks
MAS flags sharp downside risks from US-led trade shocks
It noted that approximately 55% of Singapore’s domestic exports to the US are now subject to the 10% tariff.
Singapore braces for tariff fallout, seeks US sectoral carveouts
Talks are underway to secure special arrangements for critical exports.
Industrial production falls for second consecutive month
General manufacturing and transport engineering posted declines.
Indonesia turmoil squeezes Singapore retail margins
Currency volatility, inflation, and political risk are hitting Singaporean consumer-facing businesses the hardest.
RHB cuts GDP forecast to 2% amidst tariff risks
RHB analysts recommended a shift in portfolio allocations toward sectors offering stability and resilience.
MAS mulls review of framework for liquidity risk management
Regulatory bodies have called to strengthen the industry’s resilience.
MAS to maintain policy settings—analysts
Both banks cite weak global demand and subdued prices as reasons for the expected pause.
Inflation hits four-year low of 0.5% in March
CPI-All Items inflation came in at 0.9% y-o-y in March, unchanged from the month before.
Singapore, Fiji strengthen ties amidst global uncertainty
The two countries will deepen cooperation in trade, investment, and connectivity.
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Singapore’s pharma, chip sectors at risk from trade wars
US firms importing from Singapore face nearly $1.6b in added costs from 10% base tariffs.
CGS cuts 2025 GDP forecast to 1.6% amidst tariff risks
The firm emphasised that Singapore’s ability to offer new concessions is limited, given its already liberalised trade framework.
Consumer inflation expectations rise even as official indicators remain steady
CPIex rose 5% in March, up from 4.4% in December last year.
Singapore strengthens regional trade with ASEAN-Australia-NZ pact
The agreement creates a free trade area for more than 703 million people.
Johor-Singapore SEZ shows value of cooperation: Gan
The Deputy Prime Minister recently spoke at the JS-SEZ Joint Business and Investment Forum.
New joint project office to boost Singapore business presence in JS-SEZ
It aims to streamline trade and investment processes.
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