Economy
COVID-19's impact on Singapore ‘intense': HSBC report
COVID-19's impact on Singapore ‘intense': HSBC report
It derailed short-term growth and could hinder long-term potential output.
Retail sales down 1.9% in November 2020
Food and alcohol saw the largest drop in sales.
Singapore sees four ‘rainbow' trends emerging: Maybank
The COVID-19 pandemic has catalysed all of these trends.
Industrial production rose by 17.9% in November
This growth sets off the 0.8% YoY decline posted in October.
Economy contracted 5.8% in 2020
The manufacturing sector improved, whilst the services sector continued to falter.
Non-oil domestic exports dropped 4.9% YoY in November
Electronic NODX decreased by 3.8% YoY, whilst non-electronic NODX declined by 5.2% YoY.
Singapore to invest $25b for research and innovation ‘til 2025
The government outlined plans to expand funding to ‘key’ sectors to meet future challenges.
Over 40 companies joined SBF's IHCI Enabler Programme
Twelve industry sectors were covered in the eight-week training programme.
Singapore, UK sign free trade agreement
They have agreed to begin negotiations on a digital economy agreement next year.
Asian Export Awards 2020 commends leading exporters in the region
The awards were handled via digital presentations.
Singapore to host WEF Special Annual Meeting 2021
The annual meeting will return to Davos-Klosters, Switzerland in 2022.
More tech innovations, collboration needed to drive recovery: DPM Heng
In his remarks to SFF x SWITCH attendees, DPM Heng also called for more financial inclusivity and sustainability.
Singapore PMI slips by 0.1 point in November
The electronics sector recorded a marginal 0.1 point rise.
Credit Bureau Asia debuts on SGX Mainboard
CIMB Bank Berhad Singapore is the issue manager.
Aedge Group announces IPO launch on Catalist
The sponsor for the listing is UOB Kay Hian.
Half of Singaporeans shop local to help businesses recover from COVID-19 impact
Consumers also spent at socially-responsible businesses.
Over half a million Singaporeans ditched travel credit cards: survey
More planning to get rid of theirs if restrictions remain in place in 2021.
Read Here
Advertise
Sign Up
Commentary
Digital identity in the age of AI: Singapore’s strategic advantage
Why Singapore-based firms still underestimate the human side of doing business in North Asia
Singapore's hiring slowdown: A call for data-driven resilience
When it comes to AI, there is no such thing as too many chefs
The agility trap: Why most Singaporean businesses are structured for stability, not speed
Building a Southern Malaysia supply chain ecosystem for Singapore’s advanced manufacturing
Failed talks, rising costs: Why Singapore still feels the shock of Middle East tensions
How Singapore consumer brands can build strong supply chains amidst rising input costs
Singapore’s AI ambitions will rise or fall on infrastructure
Why a clear digital roadmap is essential for business success