Weak imports, rather than strong exports, boosted Singapore’s growth last year. Indeed, its goods exports lagged those of regional peers. But exports...
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Singapore | Budget targets modest fiscal consolidation to spur growth
Posted by Sung Eun Jung on Feb 18, 2021
To fight the worst economic recession in Singapore’s history, the Finance Minister, Heng Swee Keat, delivered close to S$100bn (20% of GDP) worth of...
Asia Pacific | Stronger macro boost to rupee than rupiah and peso
Posted by Sung Eun Jung on Feb 17, 2021
The IDR and INR were the only Asian currencies that depreciated against the USD in 2020. Last year we highlighted the twin deficit risks that were...
Asia Pacific | Singapore and Hong Kong can co-exist
Posted by Sung Eun Jung on Dec 15, 2020
Following the recent turbulent political and economic developments in Hong Kong, we expect Singapore to focus on strengthening its specialty areas...