Singapore's September non-oil domestic exports (NODX) grew 3.1% year-on-year, official data showed on Monday, slower than the previous month and missing forecasts due to declines in shipments for the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s exports grow at slower pace of 3.1% in September
SINGAPORE: Singapore’s non-oil domestic exports (NODX) rose by 3.1 per cent in September, a slower growth from the 11.4 per cent increase in the previous month. ( read original story ...)
IKEA revenue in Singapore grows 6.5% YoY to $392m in FY2022
Workspaces and Bedroom furniture were the top earning categories. IKEA franchisee Ikano Retail recorded a 6.5% year-on-year increase in its revenue in Singapore during the financial year 2022 ending ... ( read original story ...)
CEO of Singapore’s multi-million dollar homecare start-up shares top tips for success
Homage is a startup that matches patients who need long-term home care with qualified caregivers, and is now valued at more than $100 million. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Digital Wealth Startup Endowus Buys Carret Private
Digital wealth platform Endowus Pte acquired a majority stake in an independent wealth manager in Hong Kong as the Singaporean company builds out its business beyond the city-state. ( read original story ...)
SFA reviews 16 insect species for human consumption; seeks feedback on import conditions
SINGAPORE: The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) may soon allow the import and sale of insects and insect products for human consumption and animal feed. In a statement on Sunday (Oct 16), the SFA said that ... ( read original story ...)
SFA explores 16 insect species such as bees, grasshoppers for import, sale & consumption in S’pore
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) recently completed a review of the regulatory position for insects and insect products, which currently prohibits the import and sale of insects as food for human ... ( read original story ...)
It’s yummy time! … Consumption of insects like crickets, beetles may soon be approved in Singapore
Singaporeans may soon be able to consume insects, with the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) seeking feedback from the food and animal feed industry to allow insects for human consumption and as livestock ... ( read original story ...)
India pushes domestic production of medical devices in bid to cut reliance on imports
Imports of these items have soared nearly fivefold between 2016-17 and 2021-22. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore shortens Vogue’s permit for promoting ‘non-traditional families’
Singapore: Singapore has reaffirmed its hardline approach even as it’s challenged by the rise of the internet and changing attitudes among the young. ( read original story ...)
Singapore penalises Vogue magazine for promoting ‘Non-Traditional Families’, breached content guidelines on four occasions
Singapore has cut the permit of a local version of Vogue magazine for promoting "non-traditional families” as the city-state reaffirms cultural limits. ( read original story ...)
Economists say stronger Singdollar good for households but less helpful for export businesses in Singapore
Local steel processing and servicing firm Kawarin Enterprises has, in one respect, reaped the benefits of a strong and appreciating ... ( read original story ...)
IN FOCUS: 4-day week in Singapore – some workers want it, but are businesses ready?
Some employees are understandably excited at talk of a four-day work week - but will it ever materialise, and at what cost? ( read original story ...)
MAS tightening: Economists say stronger Singdollar good for households but less helpful for export businesses
Local steel processing and servicing firm Kawarin Enterprises has, in one respect, reaped the benefits of a strong and appreciating Singapore dollar. ( read original story ...)
Singapore avoids recession as economy grows in third quarter, central bank tightens policy
Singapore avoided a technical recession, with quarterly GDP growth coming in a 1.5% on a seasonally adjusted basis, after a contraction in the previous quarter. ( read original story ...)
Singapore announces $15 billion support package for all Singaporean households
Singapore's Finance Ministry on Friday announced a S$1.5 billion support package for all Singaporean households amid rising inflation. ( read original story ...)