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Export decline not tied to global demand, says expert
Non-oil domestic exports fell 20.7% YoY in March.
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Export decline not tied to global demand, says expert
Non-oil domestic exports fell 20.7% YoY in March.
5 hours ago
InterContinental is saving insurance for a rainy day
NUS Professor Charoenwong discusses the effectiveness and value of a Singaporean hotel’s rain insurance offer.
1 day ago
Industry boosts accounting appeal with new roles, education programmes
There has been a 10% decrease in accounting degree students at universities in Singapore.
2 days ago
Three investment strategies to boost Singapore’s green lead
In 2023, Singapore made US$913m worth of private green investments.
3 days ago
Services sector key to Singapore's 2024 growth
In 1Q24, all services-producing industries recorded YoY expansions.
4 days ago
Are your go-to online marketplaces safe enough?
In 2023, Singapore reported 9,783 e-commerce scam cases.
20 Hottest Startups of 2024
Sustainability-focused startups dominated the list.
Colliers transforms Singapore office into regional powerhouse
The newly revamped office showcases Colliers’ commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.
Single bids for Zion and Upper Thomson sites reflect new norm in the residential market
The sites received a bid of $1.11b and $779.56m, respectively.
Days of excess are over, investors warn founders
Deal activity in Asia Pacific fell 26.3% YoY in 2023.
Sustainability, biomedical startups draw investors, founder focus
A nine-month study in 2023 showed green tech investments totalling $268.5m (US$201m).
Private downgraders and first-time buyers drive HDB resale price spike
Experts predict a 3%-5% uptick in resale prices.
MBA offerings refined amidst downturn in enrollment
Despite adaptation to post pandemic shifts and the elevated value of MBA degrees, enrollees drop 8.3% in 2023.
Singapore's plan to raise retirement age sparks debate
Experts see Singapore on track to setting retirement at 65 and re-employment at 70 by 2030.
Inflation rises to 3.4% YoY in February
This is faster following a 2.9% slowdown in January.
Workforce faces modest salary hikes as a majority of firms limit raises to 3%
About 17.9% of employers anticipate maintaining the same salary levels.
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