Eleven out of 13 economists polled by Reuters had expected the Singapore central bank to keep its policy unchanged. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s economy grows 6.5% on year in the third quarter, missing estimates
Analysts polled by Reuters had expected the Singapore economy to grow 6.6% in the third quarter compared with a year ago. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Central Bank Tightens Policy in Surprise Move
Singapore's central bank unexpectedly tightened its monetary policy on Thursday, saying the move will ensure price stability over the medium-term. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) manages ... ( read original story ...)
Shangri-La Dialogue to resume in Singapore next June after 2-year absence
The Shangri-La Dialogue security summit will resume in Singapore next year from 10 to 12 June, following a two-year absence due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Singapore-based insurtech startup Surer nabs seed round to bolster its product development
There is an imbalance between demand and supply of general insurance due to the tedious workflow and processes that insurance intermediaries and insurance companies face. Singaporean insurtech ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Central Bank Tightens Policy Unexpectedly
Singapore’s central bank unexpectedly tightened its currency policy to cushion against imported inflation pressures that stem from strengthening global demand and lingering supply-chain constraints. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s GDP grows at slower pace of 6.5% in the third quarter: Advance estimates
SINGAPORE: Singapore’s economy grew at a slower pace of 6.5 per cent year-on-year in the third quarter of 2021, advance estimates from the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) showed on Thursday (Oct ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s GDP up by 6.5% in 3Q2021: MTI advance estimates
Singapore’s GDP was up by 6.5% y-o-y in the 3Q2021, according to advance estimates by the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) on Oct 14. The advance estimates are derived largely from data in July ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore tightens monetary policy as Q3 GDP grows 6.5%
Singapore's central bank on Thursday tightened its monetary policy for the first time in three years, as the country seeks to reopen its coronavirus-hit economy and manage inflationary pressures. The ... ( read original story ...)
Aicadium and SambaNova join forces to bring innovative end-to-end hardware and software AI solution to Singapore
Aicadium, a global technology company founded by Temasek dedicated to creating and scaling AI solutions, and SambaNova, the company building the industry's most advanced software, hardware, and ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore startups raise $4.1B in the third quarter, outperforming the whole of 2020
Singapore-based edtech firm Emeritus bagged the largest funding in the third quarter – a $650 million Series E round – that catapulted it into the league of the unicorns. Edtech emerged as the third ... ( read original story ...)
Adhere to SOP to avoid another wave, urge business groups
Business groups have called on Malaysians to adhere to the standard operating procedure to avoid another Covid-19 wave as the country cannot afford another long lockdown. ( read original story ...)
Man to Be Hanged in Singapore for Trafficking Cannabis
Omar Yacob Bamadhaj said he was coerced into confessing for fear that authorities would also hang his father who was in the car with him. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Covid: Airline websites crash as borders set to open
Singapore's borders have effectively been closed for 21 months, so the news that the rules will finally be relaxed has sent residents rushing for a ticket out. From 19 October, people will be able to ... ( read original story ...)
Singaporeans should not rely on property for retirement
DBS Bank has said that having more than one property may not be the best bet as a retirement investment for Singaporeans. Its research report ‘NAV Financial Health Series’ found some segments of the ... ( read original story ...)
Positive outlook for property market
PROSPECTS for the Johor property market, especially in Iskandar Malaysia, are likely to improve once the border between Malaysia and Singapore reopens. ( read original story ...)