Singapore's retail sales fell 1.1% in November last year, chiefly due to the decline in the sale of motor vehicles. As reported by Xinhua News Agency, the retail sales of motor vehicles declined 11.1% y/y during the period, as compared to the decline of 8.5% y/y in October last year. The retail sales of petrol service stations declined 2.5% y/y, while the retail sale of food and beverage increased 5.1% y/y during the period. |
Hong Kong's composite interest rate declined 3 basis points (bps) registering 0.25% in February this year. As reported by News.gov.hk, the decrease in the composite rates was due to the decline ... more
Thailand's government is likely to offer financial support for export-oriented small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the indigenous industry, resulting in an increase in volume and value ... more
Singapore's small businesses are expected to be having concerns regarding the new and diverse government incentive schemes, which were announced in the recent Budget. As reported by ... more