Behind the upgraded growth forecasts, Singapore economists are watching two big threats: a flare-up in the Middle East that could spike oil prices, and the risk of an AI investment bubble bursting.
Analysis · 22 Oct 2026
The September survey rose to 50.1, while employment and smaller-enterprise readings remained below the threshold.
Source briefing · 18 Oct 2026
Three World Bank-backed projects target Hai Phong transport, Mekong roads and sustainable fisheries.
Source briefing · 18 Oct 2026
The transfer follows a reported $120.6 million profit for the financial year ended in July.
Source briefing · 18 Oct 2026
Assets, liabilities and equity provide a snapshot. The more revealing questions often concern what has changed.
Explainer · 18 Oct 2026
A January 2025 maritime review recorded rising cargo volumes, fuel sales and maritime business spending.
From the archive · Source 15 Jan 2025
Electrified vehicles gained share even as the overall automobile market slipped slightly from a year earlier.
From the archive · Source 17 Feb 2025
January 2025 tourism estimates showed arrivals above both 2023 and the pre-pandemic 2019 benchmark.
From the archive · Source 15 Jan 2025
The World Bank-backed project targeted freight efficiency, safer navigation and lower transport emissions.
From the archive · Source 21 Jun 2024
A US$263.9 million World Bank operation supported tax, childcare, digital services and energy reforms.
From the archive · Source 29 Jun 2023
The plan combined a first Malaysian data centre and cloud region with AI education programmes.
From the archive · Source 30 May 2024
Sometimes called the 'Detroit of Asia', Thailand is a major base for carmaking, electronics and exports. A guide to how it got there and what comes next.
Explainer · 11 Mar 2025