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3 reasons why Singapore’s growth momentum will improve in 2H23
3 reasons why Singapore’s growth momentum will improve in 2H23
RHB expects GDP to grow 2.0% in 2023, a higher estimate than the government's.
Tourism leaders unveil 5 keys to creating sustainable travel options
Seven in 10 Singaporeans want more sustainable travelling, according to Booking.com.
Why Singaporean investors consider residential property as the safest asset class
One in six ultra-high-net-worth individuals in SG plan to buy a property in 2023.
Singaporeans unveil home-buying preferences
Despite market uncertainties, 6 in 10 Singaporeans still plan to purchase homes this year.
Experts unveil 3 factors that will drive up retail sales in 2H23
Economists expect the market’s sales momentum to improve in the remaining months.
Is SG’s manufacturing sector on the road to recovery?
The Lion City’s PMI rose in July to 49.3.
Delaying GST hike will ‘store up more problems' for Singapore: DPM Wong
GST will increase to 9% on 1 January 2024.
Looking within is key to finding the right flex space — experts
Five out of 10 organisations in Singapore are opting for flex leases, says an IWG expert.
How much are Singaporeans willing to spend on international travel?
Four in 10 said they would even dip into their savings to fund leisure travel this year.
What makes Singapore a critical global wealth hub?
75% of assets under management (AUM) in SG are from diverse overseas sources.
Mercu cuts cost and time spent on hiring, training deskless workforce
Employee turnover in frontline industries can be up to 4x higher than office-based workers.
S-REITs to withstand softening property market conditions
URA data shows that vacancy rates for retail spaces in Central Area have increased to 13.2%
Are Singapore's younger consumers unsupportive of local brands?
Only four in 10 Gen Zs agree that supporting local brands is very important.
Tepid recovery awaits manufacturing sector in 2H23
Industrial production contracted 4.9% YoY in June.
Is working in Singapore ‘worth it’ for expatriates?
In 2022, salary and benefits packages in Singapore rose by 4% to US$258,762.
Inflation to ease further in 2H23, but sticky prices likely in 3Q23
In June, headline inflation dropped to 4.5%.
Singaporeans keen to invest in travel despite high living costs
Singaporean Gen Z’s travel to mentally recharge and alleviate stress.
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