Singapore economy

New stats on wealth, income and social mobility should spark national debate on inequality: Observers

Singapore will need stronger redistribution tools to gauge what the appropriate levels of inequality should be, says an analyst.

The uncomfortable truths about inclusive growth in Singapore

Cyclists and people near the Jubilee Bridge with the Central Business District (CBD) skyline on Dec 31, 2025. The top lesson from immigration convulsions elsewhere is to do everything possible to avoid the toxicity of conversations rooted in zero-sum politics.

Income growth alone won’t sustain social mobility in Singapore

The occasional paper released by the Finance Ministry raises pertinent questions:

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.

Singapore raises forecast for key exports amid AI boom

Key exports are expected to increase by 2 per cent to 4 per cent this year, up from previous forecast of 0 per cent to 2 per cent.

Singapore lifts 2026 growth forecast to 2%-4% on AI outlook after economy outperforms in 2025

The forecast was upgraded after the Singapore economy grew 6.9 per cent in the final quarter of 2025, much better than expected.

After a strong year, this Singapore Budget faces tough choices

In his Budget speech on Feb 18, 2025, PM Lawrence Wong unveiled a slew of short-term support alongside longer-term measures for the future.

Singaporeans want regional work opportunities but life worries get in the way

Life will always offer reasons to stay, but leadership, increasingly, requires the courage to leave.

S’pore to focus on remaining ‘top of mind’ for Asia-bound firms amid global uncertainty: EDB

EDB managing director Jermaine Loy said Singapore’s role goes beyond serving as a regional base.

S’pore to create 15,700 jobs over five years, with two-thirds paying above $5,000

Most of the roles will be for professionals, managers, executives and technicians.

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