Analysts say the impact would be cushioned by other factors, but could worsen if more countries are targeted by US tariffs.
Five key themes shaping Singapore’s economic outlook in 2025
SINGAPORE’S economy is poised to remain dynamic in 2025, navigating through challenges such as geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties while capitalising on favourable global trends. Read ...
Wang Shuiming, convict in Singapore’s RM9.8bil money laundering case, arrested in Montenegro: Reports
One of the 10 jailed in Singapore’s largest money laundering case was arrested in Montenegro when he flew there on a private plane, said the local media.
Traveller arrested for Changi Airport theft after returning to Singapore days later
A tie clip valued at $480 was discovered missing from a retail shop at the airport. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Sika acquires Singapore-based Elmich Pte
Construction chemicals maker Sika said on Monday that it has acquired Elmich Pte, a Singaporean construction firm and supplier of greening systems. The Swiss company added in a statement that this ...
SingPost Singapore CEO Shahrin Abdol Salam resigns after less than a year in the role
SINGAPORE: SingPost's CEO for its Singapore business, Mr Shahrin Abdol Salam, has resigned after less than a year in the role. SingPost confirmed this on Monday (Feb 3) in response to CNA's queries, ...
SingPost Singapore CEO Shahrin Abdol Salam resigns
A SingPost spokesman confirmed with ST that Mr Shahrin has resigned “to pursue opportunities outside the company”. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s 2025 Budget statement to be delivered on Feb 18 at 3.30pm
SINGAPORE: Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong will deliver Singapore’s 2025 Budget statement in parliament on Feb 18 at 3.30pm, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said on Monday (Feb 3).
A decade after Singapore last held physical election rallies, nearly half of those sites are no longer around
Of the sites that have disappeared, a majority were replaced by housing projects. PAP and WP candidates during rallies for GE2015. (Photos: TODAY/Ray Chua, Facebook/ The Workers' Party) ...
Singapore’s operating revenue on track to exceed full-year estimate, allowing ‘generous’ Budget 2025: economists
AFTER the first nine months of Singapore’s fiscal year, the government’s operating revenue is on track to meet – and likely surpass – the full-year estimate, said economists. Read more at The Business ...
Singapore to become key hub for Europe-Asia cargo under Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd alliance
Some 40 vessels transporting eastbound cargo are expected to call at the Singapore port every week. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Mertens downs Li to win Singapore Tennis Open
SINGAPORE: Elise Mertens clinched her first WTA title in 17 months on Sunday (Feb 2) as the second-seeded Belgian beat unseeded Ann Li in straight sets to win the Singapore Tennis Open. Mertens was be
Mertens defeats Li in Singapore to claim ninth career singles title
No. 2 seed Elise Mertens of Belgium eased to her ninth career WTA singles title on Sunday, defeating unseeded American Ann Li 6-1, 6-4 in the Tennis Open final.
Over 3,000 F&B outlets in Singapore closed in 2024, highest since 2005
Over 3,000 food and beverage (F&B) outlets have closed in Singapore in 2024 alone. According to a CNA report, the increase in closures marks the highest number of closures since 2005. The closures are mainly due to higher operating costs that led to dwindling business.
First wave of tenants to move into Punggol Digital District – Singapore’s Silicon Valley
A major draw for companies is the open digital platform, Singapore’s first estate-wide computer operating system. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore pledges to assist US probe into Nvidia chip sales to China’s DeepSeek
Singapore has promised to work closely with the US authorities to probe allegations over China's AI firm DeepSeek, obtaining Nvidia chips through proxies.