Singapore’s manufacturing sector, which contributes over 20 percent to its gross domestic product, continues to be a cornerstone of the economy and a key driver of growth. What are the current trends shaping Singapore’s manufacturing industry? Given the challenges such as rising costs, and geopolitical tensions, how can the sector weather headwinds to stay globally competitive and achieve long-term growth? Lennon Tan, President of the Singapore Manufacturing Federation, weighs in on the current landscape and the impact of Budget 2025 on the sector. 

Singapore&rsquo;s manufacturing sector, which contributes over 20 percent to its gross domestic product, continues to be a cornerstone of the economy and a key driver of growth. What are the current trends shaping Singapore&rsquo;s manufacturing industry? Given the challenges such as rising costs, and geopolitical tensions, how can the sector weather headwinds to stay globally competitive and achieve long-term growth? Lennon Tan, President of the Singapore Manufacturing Federation, weighs in on the current landscape and the impact of Budget 2025 on the sector.&nbsp;

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MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

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Industry Insight: Opportunities and challenges in S'pore’s manufacturing sector

Tensions in the Middle East have renewed focus on the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints. Nearly a fifth of global oil supply passes through the narrow waterway, much of it headed to Asia. 

On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Benjamin Tang, Director, Head Liquid Bulk Commodities, S&P Global Energy to look at what tanker flows and shipping data are signalling, and what it could mean for Asia’s energy supply chains.

Tensions in the Middle East have renewed focus on the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world&rsquo;s most critical energy chokepoints. Nearly a fifth of global oil supply passes through the narrow waterway, much of it headed to Asia.&nbsp;
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to Benjamin Tang, Director, Head Liquid Bulk Commodities, S&amp;P Global Energy to look at what tanker flows and shipping data are signalling, and what it could mean for Asia&rsquo;s energy supply chains.

Industry Insight: What Strait of Hormuz tensions mean for Asia’s energy supply

On this World Sleep Day, we dig into a growing concern: Is modern life quietly sabotaging our sleep? From late-night scrolling to stress and constant connectivity, many of us feel more tired than ever.

On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks to Dr. Carlos Nunez, Chief Medical Officer at Resmed to find out what is really happening to our sleep and how does it impact our wellbeing now and in the long run.

On this World Sleep Day, we dig into a growing concern: Is modern life quietly sabotaging our sleep? From late-night scrolling to stress and constant connectivity, many of us feel more tired than ever.
On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks to Dr. Carlos Nunez, Chief Medical Officer at Resmed to find out what is really happening to our sleep and how does it impact our wellbeing now and in the long run.

Viewpoint: Is the modern lifestyle stealing your sleep?

Oil markets have been extremely volatile in recent days as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raised concerns about a major disruption to global energy supplies.The closure of the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes, has injected fresh uncertainty into global energy markets, prompting policymakers to respond.

The International Energy Agency has agreed to what could be the largest coordinated release of strategic oil reserves in its history, as governments attempt to stabilise supply and calm volatility.

On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to  Marc Ostwald, Chief Economist and Global Strategist at ADM Investor Services International,about how markets are interpreting the situation and what the implications could be for the global economy, including Asia and Singapore.

Oil markets have been extremely volatile in recent days as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raised concerns about a major disruption to global energy supplies.The closure of the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world&rsquo;s most critical oil shipping routes, has injected fresh uncertainty into global energy markets, prompting policymakers to respond.
The International Energy Agency has agreed to what could be the largest coordinated release of strategic oil reserves in its history, as governments attempt to stabilise supply and calm volatility.
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks to&nbsp; Marc Ostwald, Chief Economist and Global Strategist at ADM Investor Services International, about how markets are interpreting the situation and what the implications could be for the global economy, including Asia and Singapore.

Industry Insight: Opportunities and challenges in S'pore’s manufacturing sector

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