Economy

Why retail sales growth is slowing down

Retail sales growth moderated to 13.7% YoY in July from 14.8% YoY in June. 

Chart of the day: 91% of S’poreans say inflation is getting personal

Rising inflation is one of the two most important concerns for Singaporeans.

SG, Malaysia mull discussions on high-speed rail project revival 

Deputy PM Lawrence Wong said SG is open to fresh proposals from Malaysia.

Chart of the day: Slowing China exports drags Singapore’s growth 

Export to China has contracted to translate to a slowdown in Singapore’s own growth.

Two-thirds of businesses involved in corporate giving: Wong

This will build trust and unity in the society.

Chart of the day: 2 in 5 adults uncomfortable not wearing masks in indoor spaces

They are the most uncomfortable not wearing a mask in private transport modes.

Rising inflation tops concerns of Singaporean consumers

An Ipsos survey revealed that 38% of them are "very impacted" by price increases.

Minister for Sustainability Grace Fu to join G20 joint environment, climate meeting

It is the first time for the G20 to convene a ministerial-level meeting.

Chart of the day: Import price index slips 4.5% MoM in June

Non-oil imports inched up due to higher prices of meat.

About 1.2 million Singaporean household to get $120m

The Household Utilities Credit will be distributed by September 2022. 

Digital economy deal’s committee to start work group for Canada’s application: MTI

The agreement is signed by Singapore, Chile, and New Zealand in 2020.