Standard Chartered-ALTIOS Partnership

Standard Chartered-ALTIOS Partnership

The strategic partnership between Standard Chartered and ALTIOS represents a significant development in SME support infrastructure across Asia, with Singapore positioned as both a beneficiary and strategic hub. This alliance addresses the growing need for...
Financial Scams on Social Media

Financial Scams on Social Media

Singapore has experienced a dramatic surge in financial scams, with Singaporeans losing a record $822 million to scams in 2024. Social media platforms have become the primary vectors for sophisticated financial fraud, leveraging advanced technologies including...
Singapore Inflation Report May 2025

Singapore Inflation Report May 2025

Singapore Inflation Analysis At first glance, Singapore’s latest inflation figures suggest that rising prices are well under control — but is there more beneath the surface? With core inflation dipping to 0.6% in May 2025 after recent volatility, understanding what’s...
US-Iran Conflict: Impact on Oil Markets

US-Iran Conflict: Impact on Oil Markets

The US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities (Operation Midnight Hammer) on June 22, 2025, have triggered significant market volatility and raised critical concerns about Singapore’s economic vulnerability to oil price shocks. This analysis examines the...