Services sector

AI is threatening the giants of consulting

For decades, consulting has been dominated by a handful of giant firms, like PwC, Deloitte, McKinsey, and KPMG.

SATS apologises for service crew seen tossing bags onto Changi Airport belt

In the minute-long Instagram reel, a service crew member wearing a blue polo shirt is seen throwing bags onto the belt.

Energy shock from Iran war to hit S’pore sectors like property and F&B; bunkering already affected

A prolonged disruption to global energy supplies poses risks of higher inflation and weaker growth in Singapore, and moderate demand for labour and wage growth.

Winter economy emerges as poster child for China’s stimulus tilt to services

A visitor prepares to ski at Wanlong ski resort in Chongli district, Hebei province, China.

Higher costs for Singapore manufacturers in 2025 despite some relief in labour expenses

The manufacturing sector accounts for around 20 percent of Singapore’s gross domestic product.

Chongqing’s economic plans signal continuity even as city tries to tap trends

Chongqing’s move to grow its “emotional economy” comes as the booming consumption trend takes hold worldwide.

China’s services gauge slows again with growth at six-month low

People visit the annual Ice and Snow Festival in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, China, January 4, 2026.

Zus Coffee backs Malaysia employee who was verbally abused, splashed with coffee in viral video

Zus said that it does not tolerate disrespectful behaviour towards its employees or customers.

Botswana launches citizenship program to boost economy beyond diamonds

Botswana's President Duma Gideon Boko arrives to address the 80th United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York, U.S., September 25, 2025. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz

The next frontier for global business that plays to Singapore’s strengths

Relatively high-cost countries like Singapore, Canada and some eastern European countries could become hubs for GCCs.

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