SMEs

COMMENTARY

Adoption is not capability – the real AI test for Singapore’s SMEs

2026-08-17T23:00:00.000Z
On capital outlay, founder and CEO of Storm Athletic Club Li Kun Rong says: “I couldn’t even (open a) franchise if I wanted to... so I had to start my own thing.”
ENTERPRISE

Punching above their weight: Boutique gyms find their niche in the face of competition, rising costs

2026-08-12T04:00:00.000Z
Businesses were also concerned about the availability of suitable manpower, as well as the need to transform and pivot towards new growth areas.

80% of companies flag rising costs as top concern amid global uncertainty: SCCCI survey

2026-08-05T12:18:55.000Z
Through the initiative, SMEs can tap DBS’ expertise, programmes and ecosystem partners to strengthen their business foundations.

DBS launches initiative to build SME capabilities for resilient growth

2026-08-05T11:09:13.000Z
A construction site in Hanoi. Vietnam is targeting economic growth of more than 10% this year.

Vietnam preparing US$8.4 billion lending package for SMEs, priority projects to boost growth

2026-08-04T06:14:46.000Z
Singapore is positioning itself as the trusted hub for deploying high-impact, real-world AI solutions.
COMMENTARY

From launch pad to global stage: How entrepreneurship will shape Singapore’s next economic chapter

2026-07-29T21:00:00.000Z
The Al Faisaliah Tower in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Some businesses have begun to slow their roll in the Middle East as the war drags on.

Singapore’s SMEs are staying nimble to sustain business in the Middle East

2026-07-23T04:00:00.000Z
OCBC’s Eric Ong says SMEs are now more adaptable and resilient, having learnt to build up more buffers and diversify their supply chains.

Singapore SMEs increasingly ‘immune to uncertainty’ after years of volatility: OCBC executive

2026-07-15T08:00:41.000Z
With zero foreign transaction fees on overseas spend and rebates on local transactions, the UOB Business World Debit Card can help small business owners improve cost efficiency.
BRANDED CONTENT

What is draining your business – and how to preserve your profits

2026-07-13T21:50:00.000Z
Rising Certificate of Entitlement premiums mean the Nissan NV200 van, shown here, now costs around 34% more at S$133,800 with COE, compared to December 2023.

COE: Industry calls for closer look at commercial vehicle category as premiums hit new high

2026-07-12T23:00:00.000Z