Economy
China's manufacturing sector down in 6 consecutive months
China's manufacturing sector down in 6 consecutive months
Manufacturing firms in April reported the sharpest staff reduction in 37 months.
Inflation impacts only a minority in Singapore
MAS reiterates that inflation has little effect on those that own homes and do not pay rent, and those that are not new car buyers.
Asia not immune to recession
With European markets still struggling, can China's export market save the region's economy?
Singapore rated as Top 5 most attractive work destination
It joins Western hubs New York and London and Asian cities Hong Kong and Sydney in the new survey rankings.
China prepares to boost imports
Lower tarriffs in major import categories like energy products and consumer goods could be arriving soon.
How solid are growths in Asian economies?
Growth in countries like Singapore may have persisted owing to tremendous local stimulus, but financial markets remain tightly linked across the...
Layoffs eased in 1Q12
Manufacturing slashes took a breather but services and construction firms seem to be issuing out more pink slips.
Singapore's unemployment rate up to 2.1% in 1Q12
The talent market remains tight with companies needing to remain focused on acquiring skills.
Lack of fuel policy causing India's rising inflation?
An inflation reading of 4.5% y-o-y is expected amid uncertainties.
Thailand's export growth plunged to -6.5% in March
Import growth rose to 25.6%, resulting in a trade balance deficit of –US$4.6b.
Are high costs in Singapore driving investors away?
Survey indicates Singapore has lost some momentum as investment destination in Asia-Pacific.
Singapore inflation spike a growing pain to higher productivity
Government's drive to boost productivity single-handedly driving up prices, says RBS.
Disappointing 1Q GDP growth for Taiwan looms
Based on monthly data, the growth figure is predicted to register at 3% or below the potential rate of 4%.
How high can COE premiums go?
Will it really rise as much as $100K, a level last seen in 1994?
Total investment abroad reached $800 billion in 2010
Asia continues to be the most popular direct investment destination for Singapore corporates, attracting 55.8% of all investments.
March manufacturing output still disappointing
It declined 3.4% yoy as four of the six sectors contracted, with electronics and chemicals taking the worst beatings.
Redundancy layoffs slowed slightly in 2011
Only 5.5 per 1,000 Singaporean employees were made redundant last year, down from 5.7 in 2010.
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