Economy
Central bank offers cut-off yield for 6-month T-bill at 3.78%
Central bank offers cut-off yield for 6-month T-bill at 3.78%
It is expected to mature on 17 September 2024.
Singapore joins top 20 economies in investment appeal
Economies with the highest GOI scores were all high-income advanced economies.
One Tax CM launches E-Filing Tax Assistance
It will assist individuals facing difficulties with technology or literacy.
Singapore continues reign as happiest Asian nation
Globally, the country placed 30th place.
Internal environment trumps openness policies in global connectivity
Singapore, the world’s most globally connected nation, leads in international flows linked to domestic activities, as per DHL report.
Mandatory reporting takes spotlight in Singapore’s new climate disclosure rules
Regulator encourages businesses to create transition plans.
Expert points to ‘payback effect’ as cause of weaker NODX in February
In February, NODX slipped by 0.1% YoY.
NODX to expand by 6.0% in 2024
Economists said base effects will drive recovery in NODX.
Non-oil domestic exports slip by 0.1% YoY in February
Month-on-month, NODX declined by 4.8%.
Singapore eyes carbon tax ramp up to $80 by 2030
The government is raising the crabon tax to $25 per tonne this year.
Digital ad spend reaches $2.34b in 2023
Singapore presents a highly-engaged digital audience.
Singapore vows global cooperation to combat fraud
Scams, ransomware, and money laundering were identified as the primary concerns regarding fraud.
'Tighter' financial conditions to weigh on Singapore's lending market: MAS
Risks include high inflation, geopolitical tensions, and spillovers from China's economic situation and global real estate market strains.
Economy forecasted to grow by 2.4% in 2024: MAS survey
The city-state demonstrated resilience by expanding by 2.2% year-on-year in the fourth quarter of 2023.
Singapore takes crown as world’s most globalised country
It bested 180 markets.
MOF proposes $100,000 fines for non-compliant CSPs
Penalties for breaches of obligations related to various registers will be increased.
Local business sentiment at its most optimistic since 2023: study
Businesses are more optimistic about the sales volumes and their net profits for the quarter.
Commentary
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How homegrown brands are redefining premium in Asia
AI in hospitality: Where should Singapore’s F&B operators draw the line?
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