Economy
Singapore exports up 5.4% in March
Singapore exports up 5.4% in March
Taiwan, Indonesia, and South Korea are the top growth markets.
Gov't concludes review of Singapore Standard Industrial Classification
The 2025 SSIC maintains basic principles with changes made to align with international standards.
Singapore economy showing early signs of fatigue amidst trade concerns: Analysts
Advance estimates showed 1Q GDP growth slowing to 3.8% YoY, down from 5% in the previous quarter.
Singapore growth to slow to 2% as global drag worsens: report
The bank warned that if global trade tensions escalate further, growth could slip to as low as 0.5–1%.
MAS likely to flatten policy band in July after April shift: analyst
UOB revised its full-year 2025 GDP forecast to 1.5% from 2.5% previously.
MAS eases monetary policy slightly
MAS core inflation dropped to 0.7% YoY in January–February 2025.
Economy up 3.8% YoY in Q1
Growth forecast cut to 0–2%.
Gov’t seeks constructive dialogue with US on mutual concerns
ASEAN reaffirmed its commitment to a free, fair, and inclusive trading system.
SG, US urged to hold dialogue on reciprocal tariffs
An AmChamSG member survey showed 69% expect the tariffs to have a moderate or significant negative impact.
Gov’t forms task force to address economic impact of US tariffs
It will be led by Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong.
SBF backs task force to assess tariff impact on business
A bigger trade war could drag the economy, where the trade-to-GDP ratio exceeds 300%.
UOB cuts Singapore 2025 growth forecast to 1.5%
Direct cash or voucher disbursements and employment support could cushion the impact.
Cambodia joins ASEAN RPC initiative to boost payment links
RPC was launched in 2022 by central banks of Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, and more.
Singapore tops Asia in private wealth
The city-state ranks just behind New York, the Bay Area, and Tokyo in the global list.
Wong flags wage, hiring risks after US tariff decision
The country’s growth forecast will likely be revised downwards.
Singapore cited by UN ESCAP for green central banking practices
Countries like Singapore “have enhanced... ability to cope with macroeconomic implications of climate change.”
SG, Chile sign agreement on carbon credit collaboration
The projects authorised under the agreement will promote sustainable development.
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