Singapore could be the first casualty of a looming trade war

In an interview with Singapore Business Review, she noted that this would only occur if the Western superpower defaults on its trade obligations and pulls out of the North American Free Trade Agreement and imposes blanket trade tariffs on China ... ( read original story ...)

Bangladesh, Singapore trade bodies sign 4 MoUs

Apex business organizations of Bangladesh and Singapore and government enterprises have signed four Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to foster their economic partnership in future, BSS reports. The instruments were signed on Tuesday following ... ( read original story ...)

Singapore is flexing its fintech muscles

By attracting regional fintech behemoths to list in its jurisdiction, besides becoming a hotbed for fintech activity, Singapore also stands to earn transaction fees, as well as spur business for local traders and analysts. BI Intelligence, Business Insider ... ( read original story ...)

Singapore will remain world’s top bunkering hub post 2020

“Singapore imports about 80% of fuel oil to meet its current bunkering demand. Going into 2020, this may rise to 85% or 90% or perhaps even more, but the country’s status as a trading hub will not change,” Beekhuis said. “Some volume may shift ... ( read original story ...)

Soybean imports at record as domestic supply tightens: Sources

India's soybean imports have never previously approached 100,000 tonnes, the two sources said. SINGAPORE: Soybean imports have hit a record high this year and more buying is expected as domestic supplies tighten following lower production last year ... ( read original story ...)

India, China exports highly vulnerable to currency strength

“Policy makers will likely prefer to keep their currencies competitive relative to trade rivals,” said Henderson, an economist based in Singapore. Exports from India and China are the most likely to be harmed by currency strength-- or boosted by ... ( read original story ...)

Singapore’s golden gate is said raising $100m fund

SINGAPORE: Singapore’s Golden Gate Ventures is raising a $100 million third fund to continue investing in Southeast Asia’s burgeoning market for e-commerce, payments and mobile apps, according to a person familiar with the matter. The new fund is ... ( read original story ...)