Among those expecting inflation to decline, the top reason cited was the uncertain impact of supply chain disruptions (28%) being resolved.

Singaporeans expect inflation to rise in 2026 from global trade policies and rising fuel prices: survey

Those polled in March expect a slight negative impact on Republic’s economic growth over next 12 months

Industry observers attributed Category A's rise in premiums to the strong demand for electric vehicles.

COEs: Mainstream car category tops bidding at S$123,010 as demand ‘just too strong’

Category A rises 4.2%, and closes in on its all-time high of S$128,105 last October 

From left: PwC Singapore's Trade Advisory Hub leader Frank Debets and executive chairman Marcus Lam; Minister for Manpower Dr Tan See Leng; and EDB's executive vice-president Ho Weng Si.

PwC launches S$4 million Trade Advisory Hub to sharpen Singapore’s edge, create quality jobs

The funds will be used to build specialist talent, develop innovative tools and assets

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Jerome Seow (left) and Claire Francis, co-founders of Fresher Performance Meals. The home-grown meal prep services provider has seen sales grow more than 50% annually since 2019.

Track your macros: Meal prep delivery services see gains in Singapore, amid health and fitness boom

Much of the demand has been fuelled by a new generation of consumers who are more informed about nutrition and portion control, players say

Chung Tying Chun will continue to be at the helm of Setsco Services after his appointment as Vicom’s deputy CEO.

Vicom CFO Mary Lee to retire, Chung Tying Chun to be deputy CEO

The successor for Lee, 66, has not yet been identified, said the vehicle inspection company

Singapore's question is on how it can support businesses in navigating near-term uncertainties while seizing longer-term opportunities, said Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong.

As ‘margin for error’ narrows, strategic decisiveness is key for businesses in fragmented world: DPM Gan

Singapore is doubling down on its role as a trusted hub for businesses seeking stability and growth

The index is compiled from transactional data of more than 100,000 OCBC SME customers in Singapore, each with annual revenue of up to S$30 million.

Singapore SMEs extend growth streak in Q1, but Middle East war clouds outlook: OCBC

Growth for the quarter is broad-based, supported by SMEs in domestic-facing and outward-oriented industries

Half of all firms polled say they have already raised prices or renegotiated contracts, while 40% of SMEs are prioritising cash conservation.

Two in three Singapore firms ‘moderately to severely’ hit by Iran war: SBF

Rising energy and logistics costs affect operations and demand, even as firms try to manage expenses and shift strategies