Economy
MAS tightens monetary policy again after April move
MAS tightens monetary policy again after April move
It cited stronger economic growth and a rise in imported inflation.
Inflation pressures build despite softer June core CPI
Economists flag electricity tariffs, oil prices, and El Niño as key risks in H2.
Monday Wrap: AI-powered fleets, pre-let offices, and Singapore's startup ascent
However, the export boom rests on a single, narrowing driver: AI.
Singapore leaps to 4th in global startup rankings
It ranks first globally in Startup Community Activity.
Household CPI inflation accelerates to 1.7% in H1
The middle-income group recorded the highest inflation rate at 1.8%.
Core inflation holds at 1.6% in June
Headline inflation grew to 1.9% from 1.8%.
MTI overhaul elevates energy under new name, leadership
DPM Gan Kim Yong and Minister Tan See Leng will co-lead the renamed ministry.
MAS seen holding policy in July on balanced growth and inflation risks
RHB kept its full-year GDP forecast for the city-state at 4% leaning toward the upside on strong exports.
Singapore jumps from 16th to 4th in global startup rankings in five years
A $37b innovation push backs corporate venturing in chips, AI, and healthcare.
Investment share to rise to 23.7% by 2027 despite slower GDP growth
The economy is projected to grow 3.5% in 2026 and 2.7% in 2027.
Singapore captures 62% of ASEAN FDI
Semiconductor and financial hub status supported investor confidence.
Nearly nine in 10 expect higher inflation as outlook rises to 3.4%
Geopolitical conflicts and uncertainty top the list of concerns.
IMF flags structural drag behind low consumption share
Household spending has fallen 8 ppt since 1990 as structural factors weigh on demand.
AI investment slowdown clouds strong export outlook
Semiconductor exports continue to benefit from the global AI cycle.
Singapore leads Southeast Asia fintech funding with $535m haul
Regionally, total funding slipped 3% to 4% against both H2 2025 and H1 2025.
Managing the cost of diverging standards: Why Singapore matters
Singapore is building mechanisms to help companies operate across regulatory environments.
AI demand supports Singapore NODX, but risks remain: analysts
eToro warns that growth is becoming increasingly concentrated.
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