Economy
Singapore ranks 6th in Global Peace Index 2023
Singapore ranks 6th in Global Peace Index 2023
Institute for Economics & Peace’s Steve Killelea discusses improved peace rankings in Asia Pacific amidst the worst global surge in deaths due to...
Singapore companies embrace pay transparency
Indeed senior economist discusses increased adoption of pay transparency in Singapore to attract and retain top-calibre talent.
Inflation to ease further in 2H23, but sticky prices likely in 3Q23
In June, headline inflation dropped to 4.5%.
Singapore, Hong Kong reinforces ties with 7 new MOUs signed
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee visited Singapore as part of a week-long ASEAN trip.
Singapore’s financial sector urged to advance gender parity
Financial services expert Ashley Wallace dishes out key recommendations for companies to retain women leaders and attract top talent.
Inflation eases to 4.5% in June
MTI attributed the moderation to lower food and services inflation.
Flexspaces crucial to Singapore’s thriving hybrid work culture
IWG Singapore Country Manager Darren Rogers said workplace strategy is critical for businesses to overcome rising rental costs and retain talent.
Recalibration, not retreat: Decline in tech firms’ office uptake in Singapore explained
As Singapore’s tech sector adjusts office space as a cost-cutting measure, experts predict gradual rebound in demand.
Singapore businesses strengthen cyber defenses amid escalating threats
Cecil Su, director of cybersecurity at BDO Advisory, identifies the unique threats and recommends strategies to protect Singapore’s digital ecosystem...
How businesses in Singapore thrive in the digital era
Director of Singapore Kath Lau discusses key trends shaping the future of business in Singapore and the role of digital transformation in driving...
Singapore, EU launch bilateral digital trade agreement negotiations
It will build on earlier digital partnership and digital trade principles signed earlier.
Total trade contracts 19.2% YoY in June
This extended the 17.9% decrease in the previous month.
Singapore avoids recession due to growth in services sector
The Lion City is expected to post a 0.8% GDP increase this year.
Economy slightly grows in 2Q23: flash estimates
It grew 0.7% YoY from 0.4% YoY in 1Q23.
UOB survey reveals 83% of SG firms keen on SE Asia expansion
UOB’s Eric Lian points out the resilience and growth of ASEAN as the major attraction for Singapore companies to expand operations.
Two thirds of SGX-listed firms begins climate reporting initiatives
But only a tenth have had such reports independently audited, EY said.
SG, Vietnam ink 12 deals for digital talent development and investment for businesses
One of the memorandum of understanding offers upskilling for 5,000 businesses.
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