Economy

Singapore signs declaration to reverse deforestation by 2030

The declaration is in line with Singapore’s City in Nature vision.

Trade Second Minister Tan co-chairs 15th SG-VN CMM

SG, Vietnam discussed strengthening bilateral ties and trade and investment.

4 pillars of a startup ecosystem—Enterprise Singapore

ESG's initiatives focus on talent, financing, innovation, and collaboration.

Singapore strengthens SME-focused initiatives with South Korea

It launched a program that allows SG SMEs to establish their presence in Korea.

Is property tax ready for the future economy

Property tax, which originated as a municipal levy, hardly receives much attention from fiscal strategists, especially in these days of the re-design...

Singapore 'easing off slightly on the brakes' of restrictions

The multi-ministry task force said the COVID situation in the country has stabilised.

Moscow becomes latest addition to GIA network

This was announced by Singapore Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong. 

Positive! These sectors will gain from the latest easing of COVID restrictions

Amongst the new adjustments include more international travel.

MAS, BSP partner for cross-border payment linkages

The deal will focus on real-time and QR payment systems.

3 key economic trends that will build opportunities for SG companies

Gan shared these trends at the Singapore-China Trade and Investment Forum.

Singapore ranks 6th in first-ever Future Governance Index

FGI measured the governance readiness of countries in the face of five 'megatrends'.

8 in 10 Singaporeans set aside at least 10% of salary for savings

An average Singaporean saves 27% of his/her salary.

October PMI unchanged at 50.8 points

The manufacturing sector has recorded 16 months of consecutive expansion.

Job opportunities for Singaporeans jump 21% YoY in Q3

The engineering, manufacturing, and digital and technology sectors led this increase.

SG leads ASEAN manufacturing sector: report

Nomura expects a 7.1% GDP for Singapore this year.