Economy & Policy
SICCI calls for foreign worker quota review for sectors with ‘chronic’ manpower crunch in Budget 2026 wish list
The Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry makes six key recommendations in its proposal ahead of Budget 2026
Economists raise Singapore’s 2026 growth forecast to 2.3%, upgrade 2025 forecast: MAS survey
Full-year growth for 2025 is now expected at 4.1%, with a boost from manufacturing
Singapore’s key exports up 11.6% in November; economists say delayed impact of US tariffs could weigh on 2026 outlook
November’s jump was led by shipments of pharmaceuticals and supported by electronics
SNEF calls for more foreign-manpower flexibility, cost relief in Budget 2026 wish list
This comes as around three in four employers expect uncertainty next year, which could weigh on hiring and wage growth
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Singapore, China continue to find common interests, create investment opportunities: DPM Gan
Three existing government-to-government projects facilitate this exploration
Singapore, China exchange 27 agreements to boost cooperation, from financial connectivity to food trade
Deals are announced at bilateral meeting co-chaired by Singapore DPM Gan Kim Yong and Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang
Singapore MBAs draw stronger interest amid global visa tightening and career shifts
HR firms say such degrees are most valuable for those in senior leadership roles, even as more mid-career professionals explore them to future-proof their careers
Singapore government gazettes site at 38 Oxley Road as a national monument
Founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew’s former residence is owned by his youngest son, Lee Hsien Yang, who has submitted a written objection
Retrenchments rise slightly in Q3 amid restructuring, but hiring remains firm
The layoffs are concentrated in growth sectors such as financial services, professional services and information and communications
Singapore’s 2026 visitor arrivals may fall short of pre-Covid levels, but tourist spending should keep rising: observers
Growth in tourism receipts will be fuelled by Mice visitors, alongside rising demand for wellness, medical services and experiential offerings
