Economy

Analysts Remain Positive on Asia’s Equities and Bonds Despite US Fed’s Hawkish Stance 0
- Economy
- 12/19/2024
Experts highlight the strong growth potential of Singapore’s banking and manufacturing sectors, with bond markets likely to see reduced volatility. Despite a “hawkish” move by the US Federal Reserve, which led to a decline in Asian markets, including Singapore, on Thursday (Dec 19), analysts are maintaining an optimistic outlook for both Asian and Singaporean equities
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Elon Musk Warns Singapore Risks “Going Extinct” Amid Falling Birth Rate 0
- Economy
- 12/17/2024
Experts explore solutions like automation and foreign workers to counter a shrinking labour force Elon Musk has recently made headlines by asserting that Singapore is at risk of “going extinct” due to its persistently low birth rate and dwindling workforce. Musk’s statement came in response to a post on X discussing the nation’s demographic challenges
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Singapore Employers Maintain Stable Hiring Outlook Amid Economic Shifts 0
- Economy
- 12/10/2024
Financials and real estate firms adopt cautious strategies for workforce planning in 2025. Singapore’s hiring sentiment shows resilience as employers prepare for the first quarter of 2025, balancing optimism with caution. The ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey, which covered 42 countries, reported that 45% of employers in Singapore plan to increase staff, 20% anticipate reductions, and
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“Political Tensions Shake South Korean Markets as Kospi and Won Decline”0
- Economy
- 12/04/2024
“Martial law declaration followed by swift reversal fuels market volatility and investor concerns.”
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“Surge in Sales at South Korean Convenience Stores Amid Martial Law Announcement”0
- Economy
- 12/04/2024
“Panic buying of essentials spikes as citizens respond to sudden declaration.”
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Analysts Remain Positive on Asia’s Equities and Bonds Despite US Fed’s Hawkish Stance 0