Economy
Singapore ranks 5th in 2025 Global Innovation Index
Singapore ranks 5th in 2025 Global Innovation Index
This marks its third consecutive year in the top five.
Singapore to position itself as ‘home to leading firms’
MTI unveils new blueprint to boost innovation, green growth and global trade links.
Economic growth to slow in H2
Outward-oriented sectors weaken amidst softer global demand and US tariffs.
Singapore urged to double down on AI and advanced manufacturing
Several segments are projected to generate $29t to $48t in annual revenue by 2040.
Singapore urges governments, businesses to act on climate change
This comes as US federal policies have seemingly turned against renewable energy.
Johor–Singapore SEZ seen as key regional growth engine
The state’s strong performance will make it a key contributor to Malaysia’s 13th Malaysia Plan.
What the global financial crisis can teach Singapore about decision-making today
Awareness of our biases can help Singaporeans make better decisions and build resilience in an unpredictable world.
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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