Economy
PMI rises to 50.7 in March
March marks the seven month of expansion.
MOF to list GST-exempt government fees by April
There are three categories of fees subject to GST.
WTCA encourages Singapore firms to explore ASEAN-India trade
ASEAN and India recorded a bilateral trade volume of $177.2b in 2022-2023.
Singaporean businesses are most confident in expansion plans
Macroeconomic uncertainty is the biggest barrier to business growth in ASEAN.
CCCS names Alvin Koh as new chief executive and commission member
He will assume his post on 1 April.
HSBC launches $150m venture debt offering for Singapore firms
This will support various funding requirements with a tenor of up to three years.
HSBC unveils $1b ASEAN Growth Fund for digital platform players
The amount will be used to lend to digital companies to boost their operations.
MAS extends suspension of remittances to China through unauthorised channels for 6 more months
It will be effective until 30 September 2024.
COTD: SGD 2nd strongest recovering currency in the world
The strength of the SGD can be attributed to its sound economic health and prudent monetary policies.
Inflation rises to 3.4% YoY in February
This is faster following a 2.9% slowdown in January.
Central bank offers cut-off yield for 6-month T-bill at 3.78%
It is expected to mature on 17 September 2024.
Singapore joins top 20 economies in investment appeal
Economies with the highest GOI scores were all high-income advanced economies.
One Tax CM launches E-Filing Tax Assistance
It will assist individuals facing difficulties with technology or literacy.
Singapore continues reign as happiest Asian nation
Globally, the country placed 30th place.
Internal environment trumps openness policies in global connectivity
Singapore, the world’s most globally connected nation, leads in international flows linked to domestic activities, as per DHL report.
Mandatory reporting takes spotlight in Singapore’s new climate disclosure rules
Regulator encourages businesses to create transition plans.