Economy
Here's why recent real wage growth is lower compared to a decade ago
Here's why recent real wage growth is lower compared to a decade ago
Total real wage growth in 2021 was at 1.6%—less compared to 2010'2 2.7%.
Salary growth slowly rises 1.6% in 2021
The wage situation improved last year but at a slower pace.
Chart of the day: Service industry business receipts leaps 13.2% in Q1
The quarterly change saw business receipts dip by 1.6%.
Lee to Japan: Make greater contributions to regional cooperation
Japan should come to terms with its past to do this.
MTI’s 2022 economy outlook stays at 3%-5%
It’s based on the first quarter economic performance and global developments.
Chart of the day: Singapore Q1 trade forecast is ‘better-than-expected’
Total merchandise trade grew by 20.8% in the first quarter of 2022.
MAS, Swiss gov’t body agree to push for data connectivity in finance
They will work with other countries and authorities to promote financial growth.
Economy ‘moderately’ increases by 3.7% YoY in Q1: MTI
On a quarterly and seasonally adjusted basis, it grew by 0.7%.
How will the looming monetary policy tightening in October affect inflation
OCBC forecasts an "upside risk."
Chart of the day: Core inflation rises to record breaking 3.3%
This is the highest since core inflation hit 3.5% in January 2012.
Q1 GDP growth estimate may be revised up to 3.7% QoQ: analysts
The current flash estimate for Q1 GDP growth is 3.4%
Clear mandate needed to undertake WTO reform, Gan urges
APEC economies must urge MC12 in a systematic manner.
Foreign wholesale trade up by 13.6% QoQ in Q1
On a yearly basis, it grew by 46.7%.
Exports growth to taper in Q2 due to China, Russia-Ukraine issues: OCBC
Global supply chain woes may not be resolved soon.
Exports growth slows to 6.4% in April
In March, exports rose by 7.7%.
Singapore, Pacific Alliance’s work plan to boost digital economy, green energy
Both parties will review the work plan to ensure progress.
Grace Fu goes to Switzerland, Denmark to tackle climate action progress
Both events will be held in the first week and second week of May.
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