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E-commerce and logistic sector accounts for 52% of industrial leasing demand

E-commerce and logistic sector accounts for 52% of industrial leasing demand

The electronics and “others” sectors follow the ranking.

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Deal activity in 'tariff-resistant' sectors revived by IPOs, market consolidations

Singapore's dormant telecommunications sector is expected to awaken.

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Singapore allocates $235m to build green workforce

The government aims to slash carbon emissions by 50 million tonnes through this new labour framework.

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Banking and finance sector drives 41% of office demand as CBD tightens

The government and insurance sectors follow the ranking.

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UOBKH forecasts STI 5,400 as $3b 'reboot' hits market

The government allocated $3b to the Financial Sector Development Fund.

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Weak data foundations could stall Singapore's 'Global AI Hub' vision: analysts

Enhancements include higher MRA grants and expanded DTDi tax deductions.

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Employment's share of household income hits 10-year low

Paychecks account for 79.6% of income as investment and CPF payouts increase in Singapore.

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'Trusted AI' mark to filter Singapore’s global hub entrants--KPMG

New assurance labels would prove firm controls align with recognised international AI standards.

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Expansion plans stall as 18% of firms hit retention wall

Staff retention has emerged as the single largest barrier for companies aiming to scale by 2026.

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Admin services hit by 5.3% labor cost surge as productivity falls

Retail and F&B saw rising labour costs outpacing productivity.

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Singapore’s last-mile delivery shifts from growth to efficiency as costs rise

These pressures are structural rather than temporary.

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Most firms stuck on simple AI tasks as cognitive gaps stall growth

About 65% struggle to scale AI despite 70% of workers being digitally literate.

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Health, transport costs lead consumer price index in 2025

Meanwhile, tech and clothing prices slide.

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Analysts clash over 5.0% export forecast amidst AI risks

UOB raises its forecast to 5.0% on surging AI tailwinds, whilst RHB maintains conservative 3.0% target.

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Loss-making firms face exclusion from 40% tax rebate

KPMG warns that unprofitable firms will face immediate relief gaps under the new Year of Assessment.

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Construction jobs surge 8,700 as tech sector sheds roles

Ministry of Trade and Industry survey confirms massive hiring spike in building and infrastructure.

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Investment returns allow record spending despite tax revenue gap: analysts

Government expenditure is expected to increase by 10.3% to $137.3b in FY2026.

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