Economy
Singapore records 2.5% increase in consumer prices
Singapore records 2.5% increase in consumer prices
The transport expenditure saw the highest increase at 9.6% YoY.
How SG firms can tap GBA opportunities via Hong Kong
Chief Executive Carrie Lam said the city is an “ideal gateway” for businesses.
86,600 SG residents jobless in June amidst heightened alert and Delta jitters
Total employment fell in the second quarter by 15,700.
Hong Kong’s economic growth slows down as border control remains
The city’s GDP expanded by 7.5% in the second quarter from 7.9% previously.
Hong Kong leads race to 'normalcy'
With a score of 96%, Hong Kong is the closest out of 50 areas to pre-pandemic normal.
Southeast Asia’s neobank market to grow 50% in 2021
Funding and winding down of the pandemic’s impact on the economy will push this market.
SG-UK digital economy deal negotiations underway
It is aimed at providing a seamless digital trade and business between the two countries.
Vaccinated Singaporeans may soon be able to travel abroad: Lawrence Wong
Elderly Singaporeans are also urged to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
Wealthy Hong Kongers to reach 831,000 by 2025
The global number of millionaires could go over 84 million in the next five years.
Singapore’s millionaire population to rise to 437,000 by 2025
The global number of millionaires could go over 84 million in the next five years.
Hong Kong ranks 7th most competitive economy in 2021
This is two places down from its 2020 ranking
SG remains among top 10 most expensive locations in Asia
The Lion City ranks 13th most expensive location for expatriates in the world.
Economists upgrade Singapore 2021 GDP forecast to 6.5%
Private-sector economists polled by the Monetary Authority of Singapore expect higher growth, faster inflation in 2021.
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