Singapore’s economy grew at a solid clip last quarter, providing momentum for full-year growth to surpass expectations.
Singapore economy grew 4.3% in Q4, slowing from previous quarter
The estimate is lower than the 5.4 per cent year-on-year growth in the previous quarter. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Johor-Singapore SEZ poised to absorb Singapore’s lower-skilled jobs – but that may be the point
THE upcoming Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is shaping up to be more than just a symbol of cross-border collaboration – it might soon become the new hub for lower-skilled jobs currently ...
Singapore manufacturing expected to stay strong in 2025, though Trump trade policies cloud outlook
SINGAPORE’S manufacturing sector is set to sustain robust growth in 2025, though expectations have been tempered by uncertainty surrounding incoming US president Donald Trump’s trade policies.
Singapore stocks to watch in 2025: 4 top picks for the new year
Meanwhile, iFAST Global Bank, the group’s digital banking arm, reported customer deposits more than doubling year on year to S$805.63 million as of Sept 30, 2024. The digital bank is also expected to ...
Salt Investments looking for alternative funding after two investors missed placement deadline
Salt Investments is looking for alternative funding after two investors who were supposed to take part in a placement did not pay up in time. According to the company on Jan 1, it had reminded Hin ...
Singapore to become Asia’s next crypto hub with “risk-adjusted” regulation
Singapore’s regulatory regime is becoming a key destination for Web3 companies, after issuing twice as many crypto licenses in 2024 than the previous year. Singapore may emerge as the next major ...
Singapore quantum spinout looks to AI integration
The AQSolotl university spinout in Singapore is looking to raise funds for AI integration of its quantum controller technology ...
Police looking into reports of unauthorised payments linked to Koufu Eat app since late Oct. 2024
Several reviews posted on the Google Play Store page for the Koufu application, between October and December 2024, allege unauthorised transactions linked to credit or debit cards registered with the ...
Man, 38, arrested in Singapore after allegedly slapping six-year-old in playground dispute
SINGAPORE, Jan 1 — A 38-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly slapping a six-year-old boy during a playground dispute at Westgate mall in Jurong East, Singapore on December 22, police confirmed ...
Economic trends to watch for Singapore in 2025
SINGAPORE – Formidable challenges ranging from the US-China trade conflict to geopolitical tensions and market volatility suggest that Singapore’s economy is in for a rockier ride in 2025. Outcomes ...
Singapore leads with 13 Crypto licenses—Top 5 coins to buy for the next crypto bull run!
In 2025, there will be a lot of new entrants in the digital currency arena; however, DexBoss is an emerging and promising token to invest in and experience massive gains.
GCB prices expected to stabilize this year
According to the data, the average transaction price for GCBs experienced a quarter-on-quarter decline of 6.6% in the third quarter and 5.4% in the fourth quarter of 2024. While prices continued to ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto mogul Do Kwon extradited to U.S. to face fraud charges
Montenegro on Tuesday extradited a Korean mogul known as “the cryptocurrency king” to the United States, following a decision of its justice ministry earlier this month to accept a U.S. request.
Singapore telecom and pay-tv services revenue to decline at 0.4% over 2024-29: report
The total telecom and pay-TV services revenue in Singapore is expected to decline at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.4% over the forecast period 2024-2029, with a steady decline in revenue ...
What Multinationals Should Know About Singapore’s 15% Tax Rate
Learn how Singapore's 15% tax rate under BEPS 2.0 impacts multinationals, the revamped tax incentives available, and why Singapore remains a premier hub for global business.