Singapore 2025 Recession Study

Singapore 2025 Recession Study

Executive Summary Singapore’s 2025 GDP growth forecast has been downgraded to 0%-2%, from an earlier projection of 1%-3%, amid escalating global trade tensions, particularly the US-China trade war and US tariffs that placed a 10% flat duty on goods from all...
Thomson Plaza Dining Scene

Thomson Plaza Dining Scene

Thomson Plaza has undergone a remarkable transformation from a quiet tuition hub to a vibrant dining destination. With its recent renovations and diverse culinary offerings, this Upper Thomson mall now rivals many of Singapore’s popular food havens. Here’s...
Gen Z Financial Case Study

Gen Z Financial Case Study

Executive Summary Generation Z (born 1997-2012) represents a paradoxical financial generation: they’re cutting spending while simultaneously driving future economic growth. With spending power projected to reach $12.6 trillion globally by 2030, Gen Z navigates...
The 1MDB Scandal

The 1MDB Scandal

Executive Summary The 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal represents one of the most significant financial frauds in modern history, involving the systematic looting of billions of dollars from Malaysia’s sovereign wealth fund between 2009 and 2015. The...
SRS Auto Money Laundering Case

SRS Auto Money Laundering Case

Executive Summary The SRS Auto investigation represents a significant challenge to Singapore’s reputation as a clean financial hub. This case study examines how regulatory gaps in the car leasing industry enabled potential money laundering activities linked to...