Economy
China’s economic reopening not enough to beat slowing global growth: IMF
China’s economic reopening not enough to beat slowing global growth: IMF
A Reuters report showed that Singapore and ASEAN nations are affected.
NIM moderated but still strong in Q4 22: UOBKayHian
Some banks posted 49% year-on-year growth
Accommodation, transport prices to stay high in H1 23: analyst
This despite the softening inflation.
Analysts suggest more policy tightening to keep inflation in check
RHB and UOB said this is a precautionary measure if core inflation accelerates.
Inflation eases to 6.5% in December
It came in lower due to the moderation in private transport inflation.
Singapore banks to report flattish Q4 22 earnings amidst slow global growth
NIMs will rise but the expansion could decelerate due to higher funding costs.
Teo, WTO director-general seek growth, inclusiveness of digital economy
The joint statement on e-commerce sets rules on the global digital economy.
What businesses can do in Singapore Made For Families 2025 plan
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong made the speech during Chinese New Year.
Headline inflation to reach 5% in 2023: Standard Chartered
Core inflation will reach 4.4% for the year.
‘Hub-and-spoke’ office model gains traction in APAC
Markets in the region except Australia are practising remote working.
Shipments to China may improve but later than expected: analyst
CGS-CIMB said the improvement may come in the second quarter.
Non-oil domestic exports fall 20.6% YoY in December
Decreases in both electronics and non-electronics exports drove the decline in NODX.
Headline expectations down 3.8% in December 2022: experts
But it is still higher than the average since 2011.
What are the key features in SG, Korea digital partnership deal?
The agreement was signed on 21 November 2022.
Gov’t may create national supply chain disruption task force to help businesses
KPMG said the task force can focus on offering support for vulnerable sectors.
Over 4 in 10 workers search for better-paying jobs amidst escalating prices
Singaporean workers expect their financial situation to deteriorate this year.
Singapore’s economic growth to outperform US, EU in 2023
It is expected to increase by 2.3% YoY.
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