Economy
AI poised to power Singapore’s 3% annual GDP growth
The report attributed Singapore’s strong AI momentum to its early national strategies, public-private collaboration, and targeted infrastructure...
Singapore risks export slump in H2 as front-loading effects fade
Front-loading activity could lead to a slowdown in the months ahead, the report stated.
Post-Trump tariffs won't revert to status quo: SM Lee
The city-state is now being subjected to a 10% tariff by the US.
Singapore SME index rises to 50.5 in Q2 as growth returns
The index increase reflects a 5.8% YoY rise in collections and a 4.5% increase in payments.
Singaporeans shift spending from US to local and Chinese goods
They said that Trump's reintroduction of tariffs drove this overall sentiment.
Singapore slips to A3 risk rating amidst deepening tariff threats
Singapore’s macroeconomic outlook has become less favourable.
Tripartite Group to submit platform work proposals by end-2025
It will also work with platform operators to ensure safe, fair payment, and incentives.
UOB raises 2025 GDP forecast
UOB expects full-year growth in 2025 to run slightly above potential, but forecasts a slowdown to 1.4% in 2026.
GDP seen at 2.0% in 2025, but tariffs may halve growth
RHB analysts, however, caution that much of the recent growth appears front-loaded due to early export orders.
Singapore dodges recession but faces H2 slowdown risk: analyst
Despite the strong Q2 numbers, Nomura expects growth to soften in the second half of the year.
Singapore and EFTA conclude talks on digital economy agreement
The agreement will allow the free flow of data across each other’s territories.
Gov't teams up with NTUC and Grab to address gig worker issues
As part of the trilateral group, Grab will work with stakeholders to develop and share effective practices aimed at better protecting workers.
CPF launches its new ‘PLAN with CPF’ platform
Accessible via Singpass, it helps members plan and manage their finances using CPF tools and resources.
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