In Focus
Industry told to brace for increased demand for offshore wind engineers
Industry told to brace for increased demand for offshore wind engineers
Floater designers will be needed under Singapore’s offshore energy plan.
LBC rates hike to have minimal impact on overall land market
Short-term investment activity is expected to remain reserved.
Singapore told to harness medical tourism
It is missing out on the region’s lucrative market, which could grow to $231.9b (US$172.1b) by 2032.
Singapore urged to cap F&B licenses amidst record closures
More than 3,000 restaurants folded up in 2024.
Racial harmony bill unlikely to choke ethnic fundraising
Disclosure requirements are not meant to stifle the operations of racial groups.
Cautious VCs turn to Series A startups
Early-stage startups in Singapore have raised $50m this year.
Who will benefit from Singapore’s equities market programme
Experts said there is still a need to clarify the investment focus of the $5b EQDP.
DBS marks 6 takeaways in Budget 2025
The group identified segments that will benefit from the budget’s key priorities.
Budget 2025: Winners and Losers
Experts say some sectors could face drawbacks from budget measures.
Budget 2025: Why businesses see Enterprise Compute Initiative as a game-changer
The government will allocate $150m for the AI initiative.
BUDGET 2025: Big 4 breaks down four key moves
Industry experts from the PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, and EY shared their thoughts on Budget 2025.
LIVE UPDATES: Singapore Budget 2025
PM Wong says the 2025 Budget advances ForwardSG plans.
IMDA study uncovers socio-economic biases in AI systems
Four AI systems were tested.
Bourse trading activity slows, missing January estimates
Securities turnover for the month is 19% below estimates, says RHB.
4 areas Budget 2025 will likely prioritise
There will be focus on upskilling programmes amongst others.
Singapore to unveil ‘expansionary’ budget: analysts
It is expected to shift to a fiscal deficit of 0.3% of its GDP.
Seven of 10 see sustainability as key to future: survey
However, there is a big gap between awareness and action.
Commentary
Singapore's hiring slowdown: A call for data-driven resilience
When it comes to AI, there is no such thing as too many chefs
The agility trap: Why most Singaporean businesses are structured for stability, not speed
Building a Southern Malaysia supply chain ecosystem for Singapore’s advanced manufacturing
Failed talks, rising costs: Why Singapore still feels the shock of Middle East tensions
How Singapore consumer brands can build strong supply chains amidst rising input costs
Singapore’s AI ambitions will rise or fall on infrastructure
Why a clear digital roadmap is essential for business success
Singapore’s port model is under pressure as shipping disruptions reshape trade