Economy
Singapore formalises investment pacts with two West African states
Singapore formalises investment pacts with two West African states
The agreements are intended to enhance certainty and security for investors from all three countries.
Singapore–Africa trade rises 50% to $18.7b since 2020
Five major agreements were signed at ASBF 2025, covering financial services, sustainability, energy, and consumer goods.
Core inflation falls to 0.5% in July
Thanks to fall in costs of retail & other goods, as well as lower electricity & gas inflation.
Headline inflation eases to 0.6% in July
Meanwhile, it settled at 0.6% compared to last year
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Singapore was also amongst Malaysia’s top sources of foreign investments.
Singapore dollar emerging as safe haven for US dollar diversification
It is considered one of the safest and stable currencies in Asia.
Singapore wholesale sales drop 10.9% as Q2 trade slows
The steepest drops were seen in energy-related and chemical industries.
Singapore export recovery set to slow as tariff risks escalate
Singapore’s NODX fell by 4.6% YoY, reversing a strong 12.9% surge in June.
Singapore charts new course at National Day Rally 2025
The government has emphasised key focus areas in four sectors.
Singapore export growth to stall in 2H25: analysts
Non-Oil Domestic Exports (NODX) fell by 4.6% YoY in July, reversing the strong 12.9% growth recorded in June.
SG60: PM Wong finds ‘little comfort’ in US tariff relief
The government has also set up the Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce.
CBRE slashes Singapore 2025 growth outlook to 2.2%
CBRE noted that Singapore remains one of the tightest office markets in the region.
Singapore and India deepen cooperation on trade, tech, skills dev’t
Six business leaders from Singapore also discussed ideas for potential partnerships.
Singapore raises 2025 GDP growth forecast to 1.5–2.5%
Growth expected to slow in H2 as US tariffs take effect and front-loading fades.
Singapore seen as ‘safe haven’ despite global trade risks
NODX forecast raised as strong exports offset tariff headwinds.
Entrepreneurs fear heirs reject family business legacy
Succession planning remains one of the most sensitive challenges for family businesses.
Singapore boosts digital spend in construction
Construction firms in Singapore use an average of 7.3 technologies, the report said.
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