Retailers say neigh to price hikes in the Year of the Horse
Many are pulling the reins on increasing costs to remain competitive
Hotels, restaurants see stronger CNY dining demand, as reunion dinner bookings stream in earlier
While diners are gravitating towards premium experiences, corporates seem more budget-conscious this year
Budget 2026: SMEs unlikely to face sharp cost increases from EP, S Pass salary hikes, but offshoring interest may grow
A key way for SMEs to adapt to higher costs is to offshore parts of their operations, say industry observers
8 in 10 SMEs plan overseas expansion in 2026 despite market volatility: DBS survey
Reaching new customers and building a stronger presence abroad are the primary drivers
Budget 2026 may give firms more targeted, strategic support to navigate global uncertainty
Observers say AI adoption will be a major focus of this year’s Budget, alongside renewed emphasis on internationalisation and sustainability
Over half of PMEs feel the need to upskill amid AI disruptions: NTUC survey
The labour movement will push for enhanced support measures as workers express anxiety and concerns
About 350 trainees placed with over 50 host organisations under graduate traineeship scheme
Placements come amid resilient labour market, with entry-level PMET roles and expected employment on the rise
Freshening Industries, maker of Zappy wet wipes, boosts productivity with round-the-clock automation
Its new Loyang facility is 3.5 times bigger than the previous plant and features a smart shuttle storage hub that lifts output by over 50%
Theatre company Pangdemonium to close in end-2026; current season’s shows unaffected
The decision to wind up company is a ‘purely personal’ one, say co-founders Tracie and Adrian Pang
‘Muted’ outlook for Singapore’s manufacturing sector in 2026: SMF chief
The federation rolls out initiatives to help manufacturers embrace Industry 5.0 as predicted growth slows and geopolitical risks intensify
