Economy

Is Singapore really the least emotional country in the world?

A recent survey that spread around Singapore faster than the news of a free gift event at Tangs said that Singapore was the least emotional country...

2012 inflation pegged to reach 'slightly above 4.5%'

Bleak outlook as inflation will remain elevated.

Inflation shrinks to 4% in October

Check out how sectors performed.

China's flash PMI jumps to 50.4

Good sign: manufacturing activity is alive and kicking once more.

Singapore wage pressures are mounting

Wage pressures are mounting, especially in high-skill industries and high-skill occupations in Singapore.

Japan maintains key interest rate

BOJ Governor says negative rates could hurt financial firms’ funding.

Thailand to enforce THB300 minimum wage

This policy will be rolled out starting next year.

Thailand figures still point to weak external demand

Export components have yet to show signs of a turnaround.

Korea's external position continues to improve

Short-term external debt fell by US$8.1 billion in Q3.

Taiwan exports tick up 3.2% in October

Question now is: Can it be sustained?