Economy
ASEAN Energy ministers endorse new frameworks for energy cooperation
ASEAN Energy ministers endorse new frameworks for energy cooperation
The regional meeting deepened cross-border cooperation.
On-time corporate tax filing for 2024 reaches record 90.4%, IRAS says
IRAS prosecuted 4,500 firms ahead of the 30 November filing deadline.
NODX grows 6.9% YoY in September
Total trade rose by 14.9% YoY during the month.
Aztech Global profit falls 55.5% in 9M as IoT orders slow
Revenue down 40.9% YoY to $318.9m; free cash flow totals $14.5m
SG pharma firms delay US expansion amidst tariff clarifications: Minister Gan
The new tariffs were put on hold so companies could negotiate exemptions with US officials.
Economy undergoing 'structural' change, not slowdown: analyst
eToro’s Zavier Wong says services strength highlights the economy’s pivot from trade reliance.
Economy expands 2.9% in Q3 as services anchor growth
Growth eased from 4.5% as manufacturing stalled and services held firm.
Singapore, New Zealand set 10-year agenda under strategic partnership
The inaugural New Zealand–Singapore Leadership Forum will also be launched in 2026.
SG, AU sign MoU on green and innovation collaboration
The Prime Minister said it will further strengthen Singapore and Australia's ties.
NetLink NBN Trust opens $110m Seletar Central Office
It aims to enhance Singapore’s Nationwide Broadband Network.
MAS more likely to ease in 2026 as de-facto conditions soften, UOB says
Even under simulations with firmer monthly prints, the core is projected to stay below historical averages.
Tax policy pulls Singapore down global competitiveness ranking
Singapore slips to second place behind Switzerland in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking.
What’s behind Singapore REITs recent surge in Q3?
Singapore REITs currently trade at a 17% discount to book volume.
Singapore set to remain fastest-growing private wealth hub in next 5 years
Bloomberg Intelligence said Singapore “retains a unique edge with deep Southeast Asia connectivity."
GDP forecast raised to 1.5–2.5% on easing inflation, lower rates
Q2 2025 GDP growth at 4.4% YoY, with inflation at 0.8% and unemployment at 2.1%.
COTD: More than half of businesses lack succession plans
This is despite family business leaders wanting to keep their businesses in the family.
MAS to unveil next batch of asset managers for equity market scheme
The first three EQDP asset managers were appointed in July.
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