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Three key factors that will propel SG’s economic growth in H2

Three key factors that will propel SG’s economic growth in H2

Malaysian bank analysts said tourism growth and higher tourism services will help.

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MAS to retain status quo in October monetary policy: analyst

This is despite the shrink in economic growth.

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Hiring for real estate roles up 16%

This is in contrast with slowing employment demand overall, says job portal Indeed.

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GDP to expand 0.5% to 2.5% in 2023: MTI

External demand outlook has weakened as US, Eurozone economies decelerate.

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Core inflation was unchanged in April as travel services post higher inflation

The central bank said there was lower inflation for electricity and gas.

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Singapore’s ultra-rich population up 6.9% in 2022 despite a global decline

It is seen to grow by 17.7% to around 5,300 from 2022 to 2027.

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Only 6 in 10 S'poreans think they'll live until 80: Prudential

The lack of confidence comes from the high levels of chronic diseases amongst Singaporeans.

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Workstations rates up 15% YoY in Q1: report

The Instant Group said the desks in Orchard Area went up 17%.

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9 out of 10 biz leaders want decarbonisation progress tied with executive pay

CEOs, COOs, and CSOs usually lead a firm’s decarbonisation strategy.

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NODX decline likely to continue for a few more months

Experts predict that NODX will contract by -5.5% to -9% in 2023.

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Almost half of Singaporeans consumers are becoming more 'bargain conscious

Some retailers, however, view offering year-round discounts as a threat to business growth.

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7 in 10 professionals prioritise building up skills over degrees

They also believe upskilling has become more important than ever.

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Mainland Chinese buyers to be most affected by the ABSD rate hike: report

In Q123, buyers from China purchased 316 non-landed homes.

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5 in 10 employees say AI is the most in-demand digital skill

However, only 15% of them possess expertise in AI.

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Expert warns of higher cost of doing business in Singapore because of ABSD rate hike

Government raised the ABSD rate for foreigners buying properties in Singapore from 30% to 60%.

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1 in 3 Singaporeans plan to invest more amidst rising inflation

Inflation is the biggest financial concern of Singaporeans.

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What are 3 key motivators for SG firms to expand overseas?

A UOB report showed that 50% of SG-based companies are interested in overseas expansion.

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