Singapore
Economy
We expect Singapore's trade-dependent economy to slow to 4.0% in 2005, after impressive 8.4% expansion last year as global demand falters amid high oil prices. However, relatively...
2005-10-19Economy
The IMF has warned Sri Lanka on exceeding budget targets and urged tough measures to slash fuel subsidies to salvage the economy.
2005-10-10Economy
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong is planning no overhaul of the presidential system, despite the uncontested re-election of incumbent president S.R Nathan to a second six-year term...
2005-10-10Political Risk
Speculation is growing in Singapore that Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, in power since August 2004, is going to call a general election before the end of the year. But while success...
2005-10-10Economy
Singapore's trade-dependent economy will slow in 2005, after impressive expansion last year, as the downturn in the global economy affects demand for the city-state's key export sector....
2005-10-10Economy
We expect Singapore's trade-dependent economy to slow to 3.8% after impressive 8.4% expansion in 2004 amid a downturn in global demand. Following the strong growth in the second quarter...
2005-09-19Economy
Singapore's incumbent president, S.R. Nathan, will serve a second six-year term, after three aspiring candidates were disqualified on eligibility grounds. Among the strict requirements...
2005-09-12Economy
Singapore has become an attractive destination for FDI flows due both to its open trade policy and convenient location. BMI View: New regulations on buying property in the city-state...
2005-09-02Economy
We expect growth to moderate to 4.0% this year after an exceptionally high 8.4% expansion in 2004. The slowdown reflects reduced global demand, with non-oil exports moderating. However,...
2005-08-19Economy
Singapore's expansion in the second quarter of 2005 marked an upturn after weak first-quarter growth.
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