Economy
Navigating a new global trade environment
Navigating a new global trade environment
Recent developments around global trade have been dynamic, to say the least. Business leaders must navigate geopolitical shifts, regulatory changes...
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.
EDB's new initiative enables founders to scale next venture
The Global Founder Programme aims to establish new ventures with the potential to be global industry leaders.
Singapore Business Chamber in Cambodia to launch on 26 April
The chamber aims to offer valuable insights, resources, and connections.
Gov’t launches taskforce to aid businesses amid US tariff shifts
The task force will operate in three key workstreams.
Softer NODX expected in 2025
Trade tensions are causing uncertainty.
NTUC closely monitors impact of US tariffs, ensures workers’ security
It will work with tripartite partners to safeguard workers and keep Singapore investment-friendly.
Singapore exports up 5.4% in March
Taiwan, Indonesia, and South Korea are the top growth markets.
Gov't concludes review of Singapore Standard Industrial Classification
The 2025 SSIC maintains basic principles with changes made to align with international standards.
Singapore economy showing early signs of fatigue amidst trade concerns: Analysts
Advance estimates showed 1Q GDP growth slowing to 3.8% YoY, down from 5% in the previous quarter.
Singapore growth to slow to 2% as global drag worsens: report
The bank warned that if global trade tensions escalate further, growth could slip to as low as 0.5–1%.
MAS likely to flatten policy band in July after April shift: analyst
UOB revised its full-year 2025 GDP forecast to 1.5% from 2.5% previously.
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