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Singapore GDP forecast lowered on tariff impact; MAS easing likely
Singapore GDP forecast lowered on tariff impact; MAS easing likely
There is a 90% chance MAS will enact a 1% slope reduction to zero, Nomura said.
Singapore surpasses San Francisco as top startup hub globally
Startups with sustainable business models lead investment deals.
Reciprocal tariffs manageable for Singapore but SEA faces bigger risk
Medical apparatus, precision engineering equipment, and ships and boats will be most affected.
REITs, high-yield stocks are investors' top defensive plays against tariffs
KDCREIT, ST, STE, and CLAR amongst those named by CGS International analysts.
PMI slips to 50.6 in March
March marked the 19th month of expansion for the overall manufacturing sector.
Singapore is top destination for corporate relocations
This is due to high volumes of foreign direct investment.
Companies brace for higher costs, supply chain disruptions from new US tariffs
Nearly 7 in 10 (69%) anticipate a negative impact on their company.
Lentor Gardens site seen as low-risk despite attracting just two bids
The site drew a top bid of $429.23m ($9,903 per square metre of GFA) from Kingsford Huray Development Pte Ltd.
Authorities warn public about scam calls impersonating MAS officials
At least three cases have been reported since March 2025, resulting in losses of more than $614,000.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.24%; Top stock is Frasers Cpt Tr
Frasers Cpt Tr is the top stock with a 3.76% increase.
Real estate investment sales sink 41.1% QoQ in Q1 2025
Year-on-year, investment sales grew 16.6%.
Global firms target Singapore's unique cycling market
In Asia, e-bike adoption is seen as one of the market’s growth drivers.
Foreign exchange and money markets functioning normally: MAS
The central bank said that it is ready to curb “excessive volatility” in the SGD.
Gender disparity stifles women's progress in STEM fields: survey
Only 23% of women feel adequately supported in STEM careers.
Cordlife faces new legal claims over stored cord blood issues
The company is currently seeking legal advice and will respond to the claims accordingly.
Stoneweg EREIT manager eyes REIT conversion to stapled trust
It will comprise Stoneweg European REIT and Stoneweg European Business Trust.
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