The ministry raised its final estimate for coronavirus-hit 2020, stating that the economy shrank by 5.4 per cent, making it Singapore's worst-ever recession since independence. Still, this figure tops ... ( read original story ...)
For Singapore shoppers, second-hand stores offer an alternative to fast fashion
Swapping initiatives, from permanent shops to pop-up events, have appeared to encourage consumers to make the most of what is already in their closets. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s economy contracted less than expected in the fourth quarter
Singapore's economy contracted less than initially estimated in the fourth quarter, but still marked its worst recession in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Singapore maintains 2021 GDP forecast as economy contracts 5.4% last year, less than advance estimates
SINGAPORE: Singapore has maintained its growth forecast for 2021 at 4 to 6 per cent, said the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) on Monday (Feb 15). ( read original story ...)
Singapore 2021 GDP outlook steady as ASEAN eyes pre-COVID pace
Southeast Asian countries expect economic rebounds in the roughly 4% to 7% range this year, following historic declines stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Singapore on Monday maintained a ... ( read original story ...)
Call from ‘bank’ was a scam and she lost $14k
"Scammers are getting smarter and definitely learning more tricks," the victim said.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
The Big Read: Pummelled by COVID-19, Singapore’s economy to begin K-shaped recovery with Budget 2021
Support measures in Budget 2021 will largely be very targeted, said economists and observers interviewed. SINGAPORE: After working as a tour guide for 10 years, Ms Jessie Seah’s professional life ... ( read original story ...)
Uphill battle for Singapore hotels despite boost from staycations in December
Yet they remain cautiously hopeful, with some looking to events and new concepts to draw locals in.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore-based DBS Bank plans to trim India branches in 2-3 years
The combined deposits of its Indian operations stood at SGD 9 billion and net advances were at SGD 5.6 billion at the end of December 2020 ... ( read original story ...)
14 new imported COVID-19 infections in Singapore; 1 case was not on placed stay-home notice
SINGAPORE: Fourteen new COVID-19 cases were reported in Singapore as of noon on Sunday (Feb 14), said the Ministry of Health (MOH) in its daily ... ( read original story ...)
Me & My Property: Using bank loans instead of CPF to buy property
Do proper research, plan and keep enough cash on hand, says a property industry executive.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Covid-19 pandemic reaffirmed Total Defence as vital to Singapore: Ng Eng Hen
The Defence Minister said the concept - when put into action during the pandemic last year - saved lives and jobs.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
This is how we got married with 100 guests amid Singapore’s painstaking COVID-19 restrictions
Singapore's COVID restrictions allow weddings with 100 guests, so long as painstaking social distancing is observed. One couple reveals the logistics. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s response to COVID-19 shows necessity of Total Defence: Ng Eng Hen
The “silver lining” in the past year dominated by the pandemic was that it reaffirmed Total Defence as a “living concept”, said Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen in a video message on Sunday (14 ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore: Covid-19 pandemic reaffirmed Total Defence as vital and necessary; 14 imported cases on Feb 14
Total Defence was commemorated more as a concept and exhortation when the going was good and smooth for many years, Defence Minister Dr Ng Eng Hen has said. ( read original story ...)
3 men being investigated by police for allegedly protesting outside Myanmar embassy in Singapore
SINGAPORE: Three men are being investigated for allegedly participating in a public assembly without a permit outside the Embassy of Myanmar in ... ( read original story ...)