Economy

Manufacturing growth lifts 2017 GDP forecasts

But banks are sending warning signals about the sector’s rocky performance.

Singapore to ease firms' access to Asia, Africa

It will place companies in a network with World Bank-affiliated officials that cover emerging markets.

Daily Briefing: Singapore's venture investments jump to $725.3m; Rail Corridor enhancement to begin in 2018

And here's how to know whether you're better for freehold or leasehold properties.

Private transport costs pull inflation down

They fell from +2.6% in August to +2.1% this month.

Chart of the Day: Private housing land supply rose to 2,840 units in H2

The government is replenishing land supply after cutting it in 2013.

Middle child syndrome: Mid-market firms worried about their growth strategies

60% of them weren't confident about the local market's conditions.

Chart of the Day: Singapore's NODX to Malaysia up 21.3% in September

Thanks to higher exports of integrated circuits (IC), special fabrics & products, and specialised machinery.

Export balance up by 3.8% in September

Total trade fell to $76.4b this month.

Singapore NODX down 1.1% in September

Blame the lower electronics NODX.

Singaporeans' medium-term inflation expectations dips to 2.93%

SMU said there is a downward trend towards the outlook on price changes.