Economy

Fitch revises upward Singapore’s growth forecast to 6.3%

This is higher than their previous full-year forecast of 6.1% GDP.

MAS to tighten policy again 2022 - Fitch

Risks, however, are present with the financial troubles faced by the real estate sector in China. 

MAS tightens monetary policy

This is to ensure price stability over the medium term. 

Singapore GDP up 6.5% in 3Q21

The quarter’s GDP moderates from 15.2% in 2Q21.

Singapore forges Green Economy Agreement with Australia

The deal is expected to accelerate the transition towards a green future.

Singapore has the 5th best ecosystem for startups in Asia

The country was also recognised as the leading ecosystem in ASEAN this year.

October not yet the time for monetary policy tightening - HSBC

The report expects MAS to keep its current policy. 

Gan and Tai co-chair USSFTA joint committee meeting

Singapore and the United States will continue to share longstanding and comprehensive bilateral relations.

Navigating the startup ecosystem in Singapore

As Singapore looks ahead to thriving in a post-pandemic world, the local startup ecosystem is set to figure prominently in spurring and sustaining...

What are the 4 key focus areas of 'The Partnership' between SG, US?

This aims to expand the two countries' collaboration on trade and investment.

Trade Minister Gan makes official US visit to strengthen ties

The visit aims to reaffirm their lasting bilateral economic relations.

Core inflation to rise to 1.4% in 2022: analysts

This is on the back of higher energy and food prices.

KPMG allocates $2.04b for ESG commitments

These hubs are to be established in Europe, the Asia Pacific, and the Americas.

Singapore retail sales down 2.8% in August 2021

Petrol service stations contributed the most with 23.7% yoy growth.

Survival of the fittest: 6 of 10 businesses in survival mode due to pandemic volatility

41% also considered closing their businesses from January to August 2021.

Green roads ahead: How SEA can get back on track on its net-zero goals

The pandemic derailed the net zero initiatives of several SEA economies.