Economy
Singapore inflation to stay within 1.5-2.5% range in 2025: analysts
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.
Singapore companies see 5-year progress in board diversity
The index tracks changes in board composition across 553 companies listed on SGX.
SingPost dismissals highlight gaps in governance processes
The firings expose flaws in whistleblower handling and call for better board-management alignment.
December NODX gains signal front-loading ahead of US tariffs: UOB
NODX rose by 1.7% MoM seasonally adjusted in December.
SG deal activity down 13% in 2024
This contributed to the overall 1.4% decline in deal activity across APAC in 2024.
Singapore NODX up 9% in December 2024
NORI also increased from $2.8b in November to $5.4b in December.
PWC Singapore and SBF push for globally competitive businesses
They recommended tax rebate of up to 50% for non-residential properties to address cost pressures faced by businesses.
Singapore GDP growth to ease in 2025: Moody’s
The GDP is expected to remain within the 10-year average.
Singapore’s digital economy contributes $113.2b to GDP
Sectors such as finance and insurance are amongst major drivers of this growth.
Singapore SMEs register improved health in Q4: OCBC SME Index
1 in 5 SMEs are looking to expand overseas and improve business in 2025.
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