Economy
Gold investment surges 22% in 2024 as safe-haven demand grew
Gold investment surges 22% in 2024 as safe-haven demand grew
The Monetary Authority of Singapore adjusted its gold reserves in 2024, with 10 trillion of gold sold.
Singapore contributes US$87m to IDA
This is a 24% increase from the country’s previous contributions.
Service sector expects an increase in hiring activities in Q1
The sector also foresees higher revenue for the quarter.
Fiscal surplus could exceed expectations at $5b: UOB
This would mean 0.7% of the GDP.
How businesses can maximise the newly signed Johor-Singapore SEZ deal
Firms should leverage tax breaks, talent policies, and trade facilitation to unlock the agreement's full potential.
Import, export price indices fell in December 2024
The prices of electrical machinery apparatus were lower in December.
Singapore's industrial production set to grow 3% in 2025: analyst
The city’s 4Q24 and full-year 2024 GDP growth will also likely be revised upward, RHB noted.
Experts split on Singapore’s monetary policy outlook for 2025
UOB expects MAS to ease policy, whilst RHB sees no change until mid-2025.
KPMG's new guide boosts digital talent with sustainability focus
The guide aligns with national initiatives such as the Forward Singapore exercise and the Singapore Green Plan 2030.
Singapore inflation to stay within 1.5-2.5% range in 2025: analysts
Whilst RHB expects no immediate changes, UOB suggests the possibility of a 50-basis point reduction in the S$NEER slope.
Half of Singaporeans optimistic about 2025
57% of Singaporeans report high confidence in achieving their goals.
MAS eases monetary policy as core inflation forecasts drops to 1% to 2%
CPI-All Items inflation will average 1.5% to 2.5% in 2025.
Singapore CPI records 2.4% increase in 2024
Expenses in healthcare and food went up significantly.
Inflation forecast remains flat in December 2024 at 4.5%: report
The forecast covers the next five years.
Tech startups, factories may benefit most from Johor-Singapore ecozone
These companies will enjoy a much lower 5% corporate income tax.
Singapore’s NODX to grow 2% in 2025: analyst
This forecast aligns with the global trade recovery, with expectations of 1% to 3% growth.
Nearly 2 in 3 businesses plan to increase more investments in 2025
The top investment focus is on sustainability, AI, and supply chain.
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