Economy
Singapore’s growth expectation in 2015 trimmed down to 2.8% from 3.1%
External factors remain shaky.
Singapore among most vulnerable to Fed rate hikes: DBS
The weak SGD is a key culprit.
Economists trim GDP, inflation forecasts in latest MAS survey
Q1 GDP growth is pegged at 2%.
Singapore firms named Asia’s most pessimistic for the third quarter in a row
Blame it on the expected interest rate hike.
Singapore’s forex reserves being depleted to support the SGD: BofAML
The MAS has been running down its forward book.
Lunar New Year distortions not to blame for weak NODX print
Slowing China growth is key culprit.
Another MAS easing on the cards after extremely weak NODX print, say analysts
February NODX fell by the most in two years.
The global innovation imperative and how Singapore can lead
Excessive consumption, information overload, unsustainable growth, and spiraling inequality are complex global challenges that require unprecedented...
Singapore NODX surprises with sharp 9.7% contraction in February
On back of a large decline in total trade.
Why I think young Singaporeans struggle to be entrepreneurs
This year is the 50th 'Golden Jubilee' Anniversary of Singapore's independence from its short life as part of the Federation of Malaysia. After less...
Labour crunch feared to hit "unprecedented" level: DBS
It's unlikely to ease in the near-term.
Crowdfunding as the mainstream venture financing model in Singapore & Asia
The way startups raise funds today remains largely unchanged for the last few generations and is ripe for disruption. The growing trend of...
Record-breaking: PH foreign direct investment reached USD6.2b in 2014
Most were geared for the manufacturing sector.
How can Singapore SMEs be more competitive?
If you're an SME (Small and Medium-sized Enterprise) owner, you are probably facing the labour crunch, foreign manpower influx restraints, and...
USD-SGD exchange rate soared to five-year high last week
The SGD has lost 4.13% against the greenback.
Singapore economy under pressure from unwinding leverage cycle
Credit growth is decelerating.
Commentary
What matters for Singapore’s AI future is consistency, not brilliance
The AI pilot worked. Now comes the real test
Are Singapore startups’ employee incentive plans still competitive?
Singapore’s small exporters need credit that matches their payment cycle
The hidden realities of succession for next-gen heirs
In Asia, fintech leaders must compete on credibility
F1 on a gravel road: Why AI is still stuck in first gear
Why AI blocklists give Singapore firms a false sense of security
When scale arrives before proof: Singapore’s capital allocation question in Southeast Asia