Singapore Economy: Global Market Developments

Singapore Economy: Global Market Developments

Week of January 5-9, 2026 Executive Summary This case study examines how key global economic events—including the Venezuela crisis, U.S. labor market data, and sectoral earnings reports—are likely to impact Singapore’s open economy. As a trade-dependent...
Singapore Housing Market 2026

Singapore Housing Market 2026

Executive Summary Singapore’s housing market in 2026 presents a complex paradox: the city-state maintains its 90% homeownership rate and ranks 17th globally for housing affordability, yet faces a “seriously unaffordable” classification with a median...
China’s Commercial Jet Engine Development

China’s Commercial Jet Engine Development

Case Study: The CJ-1000A Program Background China’s ambitious drive toward aerospace self-sufficiency centers on the CJ-1000A engine, developed by the state-owned Aero Engine Corporation of China (AECC) since 2016. This initiative emerged from a strategic...
CDC Voucher Dining Experience Review

CDC Voucher Dining Experience Review

Introduction Singapore’s CDC Voucher scheme has transformed how residents approach dining out, making restaurant meals more accessible without compromising on quality. After exploring 15 establishments that accept these vouchers, I’ve discovered a...
US Intervention in Venezuela

US Intervention in Venezuela

Executive Summary On January 3, 2026, the United States conducted an unprecedented military operation in Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and transporting him to New York to face criminal charges. This extraordinary intervention marks a dramatic shift in...
US Military Intervention in Venezuela

US Military Intervention in Venezuela

Case Study: Operation Maduro Capture Background Context On January 3, 2026, the United States conducted an unprecedented military operation in Caracas, Venezuela, capturing sitting President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores. This marked one of the most...