Economy
Singapore output rebounds but late-year drag expected
Singapore output rebounds but late-year drag expected
Industrial production rose 5.3% MoM seasonally adjusted in April, reversing two months of contraction in March and February.
Tame CPI pressures expected for Singapore in 2025: RHB
April saw a slight uptick in core inflation driven by firmer prices.
Geopolitical tensions threaten trade, seen hurting Asian economies: MAS Economist
The 12th Asian Monetary Policy Forum convened academics and policymakers to discuss major economic and financial issues in Asia.
ASEAN concludes talks on trade deal upgrade: DPM Gan
ASEAN members plan to sign the upgraded ATIGA at the 47th ASEAN Summit in October 2025.
Core inflation accelerates in April, led by health premium jump: UOB
Core consumer prices increased by 0.5% MoM, reversing the previous month's decline, whilst the YoY figure edged up to 0.7%.
UN envoy urges Singapore to align climate and rights goals
The expert called for a stronger focus on environmental justice and equitable policymaking.
ASEAN and China conclude upgrade talks on new FTA
Ministers aim to sign the ACFTA 3.0 Upgrade Protocol later this year at the ASEAN-China Summit.
SGD tests top of MAS band as RHB sees limited upside ahead
The Singapore dollar is the top-performing currency in ASEAN so far this year, appreciating 5.91% YtD.
Singapore core inflation rises to 0.7% in April
It was driven by higher food and services prices.
Merchandise trade rises 4.9% YoY in Q1 2025
This growth is driven by increases in both exports and imports.
Four in five firms expect tariff-related disruption: survey
MNCs expressed greater concern (89%) compared to small and medium-sized enterprises SMEs.
Economy to grow 1.7% to 2% in 2025: analysts
Exports could drop as much as 4.3%, according to RHB.
Economy up 3.9% YoY in Q1
This growth was driven by the wholesale trade, manufacturing, finance, and insurance sectors.
Singapore deepens economic ties with Brabant, Netherlands
The partners will explore tech, energy, healthcare, and energy solutions.
Q1 foreign wholesale sales rise 1.1% YoY
Excluding petroleum, foreign wholesale sales grew by 7.7%.
Economists warn April export surge may fade post-tariff pause
Electronics exports led the charge, soaring 23.5% YoY, driven by explosive gains in integrated circuits and personal computers.
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