This comes as the MAS had previously eased its policy stance back in its January meeting, the first time since 2020.
Singapore central bank eases monetary policy as US tariffs threaten growth
Singapore's central bank loosened its monetary policy for the second time this year on Monday, as expected, saying prospects for global growth and trade have dimmed amid U.S. tariffs, and the trade ...
Singapore downgrades 2025 GDP growth forecast to 0 to 2%, citing impact of Trump tariffs on global trade
The tariffs imposed by Trump and the ongoing trade war between the US and China are expected to "weigh significantly on global trade and global economic growth", says the Ministry of Trade and ...
Singapore Central Bank Eases Policy for Second Time Amid U.S. Tariffs
Singapore’s central bank eased its monetary policy for a second time amid the weakening external global economic outlook.
Demand for Singapore goods and services set to fall as global growth weakens
Local stocks plunged 8.2 per cent during week despite some respite on April 9. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore may see pickup in IPOs, corporate deals despite dimmer outlook: Experts
SGX could see more IPOs from firms in markets hit harder by US President Donald Trump's tariffs. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
UOB, CIMB vote to drop target of limiting global warming to 1.5 deg C
SINGAPORE] At least two banks in South-east Asia will be voting to drop a key climate target that limits global warming to 1.5 degree Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Read more at The Business ...
Best fixed deposit rates in Singapore (April 2025): Minimum deposits from $500, rates up to 2.90%
If you think that fixed deposits are only for conservative cash-rich aunties and uncles, think again. A fixed deposit (also known as a time deposit) account is a type of bank account that pays account ...
The Trump family is going all-in on crypto projects, from Bitcoin mining to stablecoins
The various projects are approaching US$1 billion in paper gains even after accounting for the latest round of trade war-induced market gyrations ...
Notice of 104% tax on American diners removed from S’pore Chinatown restaurant
A restaurant in Chinatown in Singapore had apparently put up a notice declaring a 104 per cent surcharge for American diners. A TikTok by user sgwhatsup of the notices was viewed over 400,000 times.
As Singapore sees a surge of mainland Chinese eateries, is local food culture OK?
The rise of Chinese food brands in Singapore and their impact on local cuisine has sparked debates on cultural preservation and coexistence In a covered alley in one of Singapore's first public ...
OPPO Pad SE appears on TUV Rheinland; battery and charging speed revealed
OPPO Pad SE tablet has appeared on the TUV Rheinland certification and this reveals the battery and fast charging details. Check out the details.
WhatsApp users in Singapore report issues sending messages, uploading status
There were almost 700 reported on Downdetector Singapore at 10.20pm. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Best bank offers in Singapore (April 2025): Win a Lilo & Stitch-inspired Hawaii vacation, get up to 50% off flights, and more
Everybody loves credit card sign-up promotions, but not many of us realise the promotions don't end with a welcome gift. Banks actually shower us with tons of lifestyle deals and perks just for owning ...
CNA Explains: Trump’s tariff turmoil – what options does Singapore have?
SINGAPORE: At midnight on Wednesday (Apr 9), steep tariffs on “nations that treat (the United States) badly” went into effect. In Asia, major stock indexes sank. But less than 24 hours later, ...
Singapore’s Changi no longer world’s best airport for immigration services
Hong Kong International Airport surpassed Singapore's Changi as world's best airport for immigration services this year following a passenger satisfaction survey done by British air transport rating ...