Economy
Inflation rose 0.6% in November
Inflation rose 0.6% in November
No thanks to higher private road transport and accommodation inflation.
880,000 HDB households to get GST Voucher U-Save rebate
Within the month, eligible households will receive up to $95 rebate.
GDP expansion feared to slacken in 2018
No thanks to a looming end in the semiconductor super-cycle.
Singapore GDP up 3.1% in 4Q17
However, the manufacturing sector fell 11.5% QoQ and construction dipped 8.5% YoY.
Singapore consumer confidence climbs five points in Q3
Over half are spending on holidays and vacations, whilst placing emphasis on savings.
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Singaporeans are ditching stable jobs for freelance gigs
Flexibility, freedom, and financial control are amongst cited reasons.
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Singapore NODX up 9.1% in November
Both electronic and non-electronic exports increased.
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And here's a unicorn that just opened its Singapore office.
Export growth to slow down to 9.4% in November: Moody's
Electronics exports have been on a decline since May.
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And here's a local fashion brand that saw revenue grow to $10m thanks to e-commerce.
Analysts raise 2017 GDP growth forecast to 3.3%
But three in five think the Chinese economy's slowdown can hinder growth.
Consumption recovery drives Indonesia's growth outlook to 5.4% in 2018
Higher wages and low inflation levels are expected to drive consumption levels.
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And here are two firms that had large ups and downs in Q4.
Services recovery to turn around labour market: BofAML
This is expected to boost wage growth.
Taiwan trade indices beat forecasts thanks to strong external demand
Both import and export figures grew significantly this month.
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