Economy
SG consumers least likely to raise year-end spending in SEA
SG consumers least likely to raise year-end spending in SEA
Amongst spenders in Singapore, 48% plan to spend on travel and only 7% on shopping.
Singapore becomes APAC’s third-richest billionaire market
The city-state's billionaire wealth rose 66.4% to $335.4 b in 2025.
Business growth softens as input costs, supply delays hit firms: analysts
PMI slipped to 55.4 from 57.4 in October.
Inflation set to edge higher as 2026 pressures firm: analyst
On the domestic front, unit labour costs may stabilise at slightly higher levels.
DBS forecasts GDP growth of 1.8% as Singapore shows measured resilience
On policy, DBS said authorities are likely to preserve buffers for counter-cyclical action.
The Ministry of Finance opens Budget 2026 consultation as feedback begins
They seek views across several broad themes that include strengthening the economy through entrepreneurship.
Real wages grow 4.3% as median income reaches $5,775
Lower labour-force participation limits gains despite higher real wages
Economic growth projected to slow to 2.2% in 2026: report
As unemployment rates, population growth, interest rates, amongst others, will see moderate activity.
Manpower, rent and weak demand drag businesses’ profits
Rising costs push Singapore firms into profit decline
Singapore’s innovation engine stalls at commercialisation
Singapore struggles to turn innovation inputs into global market success.
1 in 3 employees considers job change within a year
They prefer opportunities with better salaries and recognition.
Inflation seen rising to 1.5% in 2026, say analysts
The imposition of sustainable aviation fuel is one of the policies that will fuel price movement.
JTC, NUS partner to develop next‑generation tropical data centre testbed
This will examine sustainable cooling systems and energy management practices.
Core inflation rises to 1.2% in October
MAS core Inflation is projected to average around 0.5% in 2025.
NODX forecast to grow 2.5% as trade slows
Declines in non-electronics exports dragged growth in the third quarter.
Gov’t revises GDP forecast up to 4% on strong trade, AI exports
Outward-oriented services sectors are also projected to grow steadily.
Firms now seek more specific skill sets in entry-level hiring: report
66% of companies look for AI tool certifications, amongst others.
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