Singapore

What a difference 48 years makes. It was 1967 when Singapore was among the founding members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Its GDP was around US$1.2 billion then; by Q1 2016 it is forecast to grow to US$331 billion, an increase of around 275 times – adjusted for inflation, about eight times. And as we enter into 2016 – when the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) are about to become political and economic realities, a collective ASEAN’s growth narrative is only just beginning.

Its share price surged after a massive loss.

To combat sluggish cargo demand.

It only sold 244 units in FY15.

Blame it on climbing costs, tapered revenue.

It will reduce compliance costs for airlines.

Its overseas assocaites aren't doing quite as well.

Due to the absence of a divestment gain.

Thanks to associates’ increased contributions.

They outperform global peers.

They are motivated but are hindered by 2 major impediments.

Brace for a pullback today.

Shipments to nearly all top markets dropped.

It will boost revenue and offset start-up, operating costs.

And Singapore turns colonial airstrip into hub.

It purchased 17.91% of Shenzhen 4PX Information Technology.