Economy
Energy shock threatens global stability warns MAS
The Managing Director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore, Chia Der Jiun, delivered a speech at the UBS Asian Investment Conference, Singapore Wealth Edition, on...
Singapore GDP growth forecast faces risks from US-Israel-Iran conflict
Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) has upheld its GDP growth forecast for 2026 at 2.0% to 4.0%, despite significant global uncertainties stemming from...
BPMB commits RM700m to support local businesses in export expansion
Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad Group (BPMB Group) has unveiled over RM700m in initiatives under its BizConnect with Exporters Programme, in collaboration with the Malaysia External...
Electronics demand drives Singapore’s 33.1% trade surge
Singapore's external trade experienced a robust increase in April 2026, with total merchandise trade rising by 33.1% year-on-year, according to Enterprise Singapore. This growth follows...
Digital regulations drive up startup costs
A recent study by Oxford Economics, commissioned by Digital Prosperity Asia, highlights the significant impact of digital regulations on startups across Asia. The report, focusing...
Singapore NODX surges 24.5% in April, defying forecasts
Singapore's non-oil domestic exports (NODX) experienced a significant increase in April, rising by 24.5% compared to the same period last year, according to UOB Global...
Asean faces hurdles in supply chain resilience push
Asean has announced a renewed commitment to enhancing supply chain resilience across the region, with a particular focus on integrating green and digital initiatives. This...
Sabah leverages Singapore ties for trade dominance
The Sabah Trade and Tourism Office Singapore (STTOS) is reinforcing Sabah's status as a key regional hub for trade, tourism, and investment through strategic initiatives...
Divestiture risks threaten Southeast Asia firms
Southeast Asian businesses are shifting their approach to divestitures, treating them as strategic tools rather than reactive asset sales, according to Deloitte's 2026 Global Divestiture...
Singapore services sector faces bleak outlook
The Singapore Department of Statistics has revealed that the services sector is bracing for a less favourable business environment from April to September 2026. The...
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