Economy
SG, India to plan roadmap for Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: PM Wong
SG, India to plan roadmap for Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: PM Wong
Wong plans to launch a new green lane for semiconductor goods.
Singapore records steepest drop in ASEAN consumer sentiment
The fall was attributed to a drop in optimism about the economic environment
COTD: Business sentiment index dips in Q2
Across sectors, Banking & Insurance and Real Estate Activities sectors are more upbeat.
Business receipts up 6.6% YoY in Q2
Quarter on quarter, it grew 3.7%.
Singapore and Thailand sign carbon credit collaboration deals
The MoU outlines plans to deepen trade and investment collaboration.
Softer inflation clears path for policy focus on growth
Headline and core inflation fell to 0.6% and 0.5%, respectively.
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.
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