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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.
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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.

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).

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.