Economists warn of continued uncertainty in export outlook after surprise 6.9% rise in September
Spillovers from global AI-driven investment demand have led to electronics’ “clear outperformance” relative to non-electronics, seen across various indicators, added Koh.
US Treasury yields fall as Powell keeps rate cut bets alive
Interest-rate swaps continue to show policymakers will reduce rates by a quarter-point at the October and December meetings.
MOH to extend benchmarking of private hospital charges beyond professional fees: Ong Ye Kung
The proportion of cases falling within benchmarks has since gone up from 80 per cent to 90 per cent, Mr Ong said in July.
UK faces worst G-7 inflation and flat living standards, IMF says
The global economic watchdog warned that UK inflation could be even higher than its latest forecasts that showed consumer prices rising 3.4 per cent this year and 2.5 per cent in 2026.
HDB launches 9,144 BTO flats, including first projects at Mount Pleasant and former Keppel Club site
Berlayar Residences has a 14% subsidy clawback and 10-year MOP. Prices range from $218,000 to $788,000 without grants.
CPF earns Asia-Pacific’s first A in global ranking of pension systems
These offset a slight drop in the adequacy sub-index, which measures whether a pension system provides a sufficient level of income for retirees to maintain a decent standard of living.
Singapore economy beats forecasts with 2.9% growth in third quarter despite US tariffs
Manufacturing growth was flat year on year but up 6.1% quarter on quarter. Construction grew 3.1%. Services producing industries grew 3.5%.
3,300 BTO flats with shorter waits to be launched in October
HDB will offer 3,300 BTO flats with waits under three years in Bedok, Sengkang, and Yishun, comprising over a third of the 9,100 units in October.
Dow falls 480 points, S&P 500 drops 0.8%, Nasdaq plunges 1.7% as Trump threatens “massive” China tariffs; rare earth stocks soar
He threatened a “massive increase” in tariffs on Chinese goods. Trump also canceled a planned meeting with President Xi Jinping at the upcoming APEC summit.
Could silver be the new gold for investors?
But just like gold, silver is also a hedge against inflation and uncertainty. It’s also known for its industrial use, finding its way into everything from medicine to electric vehicles.
Chinese stocks slide as Trump threatens tariffs, accuses Beijing of holding world ‘captive’
“It is too early to say with confidence if the comments will trigger the next phase of the trade conflict between the US and China or more negotiating in public, but investors have chosen a wait-and-see tactic.”
Surprise rate decisions in Asia signal growing economic unease
Across the region, growth is likely to be slightly lower than last year, but still fairly resilient.