Economy
SBF, supply chain solutions firm ink deal to help businesses expand globally
SBF, supply chain solutions firm ink deal to help businesses expand globally
The deal supports an initiative that also provides free trade deal education.
Around 4 in 5 wealthy Singaporeans attribute better decisions to financial advisers
The younger generation is more keen to consult financial advisers early.
Singapore to bridge Africa-Asia trade – Minister Yong
Singapore has about 100 companies operating in 40 African countries.
Bilateral trade in goods between SG-Africa growing at 15% per annum
As of 2022, trade value between the two markets has reached $19.4b.
Singapore, Vietnam boost bilateral cooperation
They signed deals to improve relations in the green and digital economy, and innovation.
Electronic sector to recover in 2024
The industry was improved by the rise of AI.
SBV joins Singapore’s central bank and other ASEAN countries in RPC initiative
It will boost collaboration on payment connectivity.
SG and Qatar ink 5 MOUs for water-related research and business digitalisation
The MOUs also include cooperation in social development, family, and education.
MAS assigns a price of $2.8b for 50-year green SGS bond
The green bond’s yield of reopened issue of 3.04% per annum.
3 reasons why prices will be sticky in 3Q23
Analysts have already observed price stickiness in July.
Headline inflation eases to 4.1% in July due to private transportation costs
Meanwhile, core inflation went down 3.8% YoY in July 2023.
SG leads healthcare tech startups’ rise in Southeast Asia
Vickers Venture Partners’ Dr. Xinhong Lim explains how the digital health ecosystem flourishes in Singapore despite global trends.
CBDs need to evolve, but remain most sought-after locations for business headquarters
More discerning occupier needs are driving the re-invention of central business districts, says Cushman & Wakefield’s Cameron Ahrens.
ASEAN signs upgrade for Australia, NZ free trade area deal
It will boost the essential goods supply chain, and prioritise trade and sustainability.
Singapore, Sri Lanka sign MOU for carbon credits collaboration
The partnership is in line with the Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement.
Kenya-Singapore Bilateral Investment Treaty takes effect
The treaty was signed in 2018.
Singapore trade declines 20.8% YoY in July
This is following a 19.3% YoY contraction in the previous month.
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