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Singapore lags behind AI tech spend
Singapore lags behind AI tech spend
But two in five shared that their companies use GenAI for many use cases.
Large firms back Budget 2026 measures more strongly than SMEs
Workforce transformation support saw the widest SME-corporate gap.
From teller to group cash head: Tesy Mathew charts DBS’s cash evolution
Treasurers need better cash visibility as payments accelerate.
Pizza Hut chases solo diners
The meal may be solo, but the experience is still social.
Over 80% of large enterprises confident 2026 budget could boost SG's hub status, report says
This exceeds the 56% from SMEs.
VCs shift to proven startups as AI takes centre stage
Cautious investors are putting capital in fewer companies.
Economic outlook cut to 3.4% despite 6.7% export rise in early 2026
Middle East tensions and oil risks overshadow Singapore’s export resilience.
SMEs give 14% rating to Budget 2026 workforce measures
This is in contrast to the 43% from large firms.
Singapore defies geopolitics to retain no. 1 global connectivity spot
DHL Global Connectedness Report 2026 confirms that it maintains its top-tier ranking.
Manulife’s Leah Ng says better governance boosts women’s leadership
Equity cannot rely only on good intentions; it must be built into systems.
AI support tops Singapore Budget 2026 business approval at 73%
Internationalisation measures rank second in business support.
Inflation rises as Middle East tensions push brent crude higher
A 10% rise in Brent could lift Singapore’s headline CPI by about 0.15 percentage points.
REITs pursue inorganic growth as cap rates remain tight
Resilient growth and safe-haven flows support the sector.
E-commerce market to hit $40.5b in 2026 amidst digital-savvy shopper base
Growth is driven by festivals and livestreaming.
Singapore firms told to prioritise pay for critical talent
Demand outstrips supply in tech, AI, cybersecurity, and finance roles.
Podcast influence drives retail brand discovery in Singapore
Seven in 10 Singaporean podcast listeners discover new brands, boosting retail consideration.
AI to boost ideas and creativity for 80% of Singapore firms
A ManpowerGroup survey found over 75% of SG firms expect AI to assist problem solving and project management.
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