Economy

Global Cities Index: Singapore ranks best city in Southeast Asia, third in Asia

The city-state was also among the best cities globally for doing business.

Global Cities Index: Singapore ranks best city in Southeast Asia, third in Asia

The city-state was also among the best cities globally for doing business.

Petroleum sales slump drives 1Q24 domestic wholesale trade decline

Sales of petroleum and petroleum products dropped 21.0% YoY.

Slow payments fall to near two-year low in Q1 2024

The construction, manufacturing, and services industries all saw a QoQ decrease in slow payments.

Johor-Singapore SEZ to spur trade, labour and investments: Maybank 

The initiative could help ease the shortage of talent.

Singapore-ASEAN trade stands at $295.6b in 2023

The direct investment abroad from Singapore to ASEAN also reached $226.1b.

IRAS to reclaim $60m from '99-to-1' ABSD loophole exploiters

As of April, IRAS has audited 187 cases related to the scheme, uncovering 166 engaged in tax avoidance practices.

Why executives struggle in adopting necessary green technologies

About 81% of the real estate sector indicated full preparedness.

Updated MOU strengthens SG-Malaysia pharmaceutical ties

The agreement was originally signed in 2012.

Singapore Companies Eye Vietnam to Navigate Manufacturing Shifts, Green Transition, and the AI Revolution

Vietnam's location in Southeast Asia links major Asian markets, backed by a young workforce and expanding middle class.

King of Malaysia to visit SG on state tour from May 6-7

He will be observing Parliamentary proceedings during his visit.

PMI slips to 50.5 in April

It dipped by 0.2 points from March.

Singapore, US celebrate two decades of free trade 

Bilateral trade nearly tripled, investments surged in the past two decades.