Economy
Asian markets hit hard as US-China tariff standoff escalates
Asian markets hit hard as US-China tariff standoff escalates
Analyst calls it one of the worst rout in years.
Strong fiscal strength gives SG edge amidst trade tensions: report
Projects like the Jurong-Southern Economic Zone are expected to strengthen Singapore’s appeal in global supply chain realignments.
Retail outlook clouded by uncertainties in 2025
Growth may decelerate in the second half due to rising trade tensions.
S’pore needs to be 'nimble' amidst global uncertainties: Pritam Singh
Singh also echoed Prime Minister Wong’s call for unity.
Singapore leads in VC and M&A deals Q1 despite global slump
Digital Edge DC raised a staggering $640m in a Series A round.
Singapore faces tariff spillover risk despite lighter US duties
It has the highest direct exposure to US demand amongst all Asian economies studied.
Singapore amongst Asian economies most exposed to US tariffs: report
Singapore’s ability to negotiate tariff reductions remains unspecified.
Singapore GDP forecast lowered on tariff impact; MAS easing likely
There is a 90% chance MAS will enact a 1% slope reduction to zero, Nomura said.
Reciprocal tariffs manageable for Singapore but SEA faces bigger risk
Medical apparatus, precision engineering equipment, and ships and boats will be most affected.
PMI slips to 50.6 in March
March marked the 19th month of expansion for the overall manufacturing sector.
Singapore warns of global trade war as US tariffs take effect
It does not intend to take countermeasures against US tariffs.
Singapore is top destination for corporate relocations
This is due to high volumes of foreign direct investment.
Companies brace for higher costs, supply chain disruptions from new US tariffs
Nearly 7 in 10 (69%) anticipate a negative impact on their company.
Foreign exchange and money markets functioning normally: MAS
The central bank said that it is ready to curb “excessive volatility” in the SGD.
Singtel, EnterpriseSG first to launch sustainability programme for SMEs
EnterpriseSG will support up to 70% of the eligible costs for each participating SME.
SG, Peru sign agreement on carbon credits collaboration
This is the first deal Singapore entered into with a Latin American country.
Sales and marketing salaries rise by up to 15% for job movers in 2024
The increase reflects the continued demand for roles such as business development managers and commercial.
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