Economy

Business receipts in service industries up 8.5% YoY in Q4

The finance & insurance sector led with a 14.2% revenue increase.

SBF forms committee to draft prompt payment code

This aims to improve payment practices in Singapore’s business environment.

Kazakhstan-Singapore investment agreement takes effect 1 March

It grants Singapore businesses greater access to 15 service sectors in Kazakhstan

Aspial Corporation reports $5.45m profit for FY2024

Revenue was 13% HIGHER AT s$678.36m for the whole year.

Nomura warns SGD rate underperformance likely amid market unwind

The SORA fix has dropped significantly, averaging 2.5% in February.

New economic measures to boost Singapore’s equity market liquidity: analyst

These initiatives also demonstrate strong political commitment to enhancing Singapore’s position as a leading global financial hub.

Domestic wholesale sales decline 4.4% in Q4 2024

The industrial & construction machinery sector saw a 22.6% decline.

Singapore unveils measures to boost equities market

A key initiative is the $5b Equity Market Development Programme (EQDP).

Singapore’s 50% tax rebate aims to drive productivity, global growth

This broad-based support allows SMEs and companies not making a profit to benefit.

Tax risks loom as preference shares may be classified as debt: report

Companies are urged to conduct thorough reviews to ensure their accounting treatment is aligned with intended tax outcomes. 

Singapore reserves fiscal resources amidst heightened global economic risks: analyst

Nomura said this cautious approach reflects the government’s recognition that global uncertainty remains elevated.

DBS marks 6 takeaways in Budget 2025

The group identified segments that will benefit from the budget’s key priorities.

Gov’t eyes new trade flows for energy transition amidst tensions

It will also grow specialised trade expertise in green commodities.