Economy
Don’t celebrate the surge in exports just yet, say analysts
Don’t celebrate the surge in exports just yet, say analysts
It’s based on a few narrow segments, they said.
Singapore NODX rebounds with 11.6% surge in May
Non-electronic exports saw hefty expansion.
Singapore to roll out more stringent tax reporting rules for MNCs
As part of the BEPS project.
SME sentiment ticks up, ends seven straight quarters of escalating pessimism
Turnover and profitability expectations improved.
Chart of the Day: Singapore's economy has been on a downward slide for the past five years
The city-state's slowdown is among the worst in the region.
Retail sales up 3.8% in April as car deals surge
But most other sectors saw a drop in sales.
Domestic economy expected to grow 1.8% as experts trim forecasts yet again
Headline inflation is expected to stay negative.
Chart of the Day: Here's why higher oil prices won't help Singapore's struggling exports
A major recovery is unlikely, experts say.
Low interest rates endanger retirement security, says DPM Tharman
Over-reliance on monetary policy has had downsides, he said.
Chart of the Day: Domestic growth might come to a standstill as interest rates rise, analysts warn
High leverage is a key threat.
Cargo volume at Port of Singapore hits 13-month high in May
Container throughput rose to 2.67 million TEUs.
Chart of the Day: Why is Singapore's productivity drive failing?
Economic restructuring efforts are yet to bear fruit.
New car loan rules won’t revive inflation, warns Deutsche Bank
Consumer spending will remain subdued.
Singapore slips in economic competitiveness rankings as Hong Kong grabs top spot
Asia’s competitiveness is deteriorating.
Chart of the Day: Is Singapore's GDP finally headed for a recovery?
Don't be too excited, analysts say.
Daily Briefing: Singapore slips in world competitiveness; Suburban spaces expand private housing options
And CapitaLand launches its first premium coworking space.
Singapore outperforms other first world countries in terms of productivity growth
But manufacturing conditions will continue to falter.
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