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Overview of Singapore
Singapore, a city state in South East Asia, became an independent country in 1965. With a land area of 633 square kilometers, it is made up of the main Island (Pulau Ujong) and about 50 other small islands. Singapore has an equatorial climate and large areas of tropical rainforests.
The overall country’s population is 5.2 million, with Singapore City, the capital, being home to 3.5 million residents. 75% of the population is of Chinese background, 17% of them come from Malaysia, and 8% - of Indian origin. Overseas workers account for 50% of the total population. It is the second most densely populated nation worldwide, after Monaco.
The country boasts one of the globe’s highest standards of living. Its currency is Singapore dollar.
Economic structure
The country has a highly developed successful free market economy. It has stable prices with inflation at 4.6% in 2012. It relies heavily on exports of consumer electronics, IT products, pharmaceuticals, and also on a strong financial sector.
From 2004 to 2007, the GDP grew at a rate of 8.6%. With the global financial crisis of 2009 it suffered badly and only grew by 0.8% but then rebounded in 2010 with a staggering growth of 14.8% - third in the world after Qatar and Paraguay. This slowed in 2011 to 5.2% and 1.3% in 2012 with demand for export products dwindling during the Euro crisis. The GDP was valued at USD 251.5 billion in 2012. 26.8% was generated by industry and 73.2% by the service centre. Unemployment stood at 1.9% in 2012.
Singapore's main export partners are Malaysia, the USA, Hog Kong, China, Indonesia, Japan, Australia, and South Korea.
Its import partners are Malaysia, the USA, China, South Korea, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
Industry Analysis
Electronics industry
In 2012, the electronics industry contributed 78.1 billion Singapore dollars to the economy. It is responsible for 38.8% of all investment, and it employs 80,000 people.
This sector includes: 14 silicon wafer fabrication plants; 11 of the world's top 20 integrated device manufacturers; 20 semiconductor operations; top 3 hard disk manufacturers; 4 of the world's top 5 electronic manufacturing service providers;
The leading companies based in the country include, among others, Seagate Technology, STMicroelectronics, Murate Manufacturing Co, and Ventura Corporation.
Sales of consumer electronics were strong in 2012-2013 mainly due to the strong markets for smartphones, tablets and portable laptops. The market is predicted to remain buoyant as consumers tend to upgrade to novel versions of these smart devices as they become available.
Banking and Finance
Singapore has turned into the finance and banking centre of Southeast Asia, with companies including wealth management firms, international banks, and other financial establishments. Banking, insurance and foreign exchange have been the main growth areas in the sector. Singapore’s geographical posiiton and telecom network makes possible and convenientto trade 24 hours a day. The country is home to several prominent names in the industry, including Prudential, BNP Paribas, Credit Suisse, Barclays Capital, etc. The sector grew by over 5% in 2011.
Tourism
A growth of 12% in the tourist industry of Singapore is predicted by 2015; it is expected that 17 million people will visit and contribute 30 billion Singapore dollars to the domestic industry. Two integrated resorts were completed in 2011, and the revenues generated by the casino amounted to 1.7% of the nation’s GDP. The country has aimed at world class tourist facilities, and it is succeeding with its airline (Singapore airlines), its airport and Shangri La hotel – all having won world's best awards in recent years. Singapore has begun to attract tourists from other Asian countries like China, India and Malaysia. It has also begun to look at niche tourism such as medical tourism, business tourism and retail tourism. World class sporting events, such as the Formula 1 Grand Prix, have also raised the country's international profile.
Chemicals
The local chemical industry is growing at a fast race due to the government’s increased focus on the sector development. The country is deemed to be among the 10 leading petrochemical centers globally. It is a leader in the oil refining business and is among the top 3 oil trading hubs worldwide. Some of the dominant domestic companies comprise Sumitomo Chemical, Exxon Mobil, and Shell. Jurong Island houses 94 firms operating in the sector, who have made an investment of 31 billion Singapore dollars in fixed assets on this site. Chemicals were responsible for 37% of the country’s GDP in 2010.
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Deodorants in Singapore
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... rise of the athleisure trend and... Euromonitor International's Deodorants in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and ... set to change. Product coverage: Deodorant Creams, Deodorant Pumps, Deodorant Roll-Ons, Deodorant Sprays, Deodorant Sticks, Deodorant Wipes. Data coverage: market sizes ...
April 2024
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Depilatories in Singapore
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Fragrances in Singapore
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Hair Care in Singapore
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Men's Grooming in Singapore
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... to be the largest sales contributor within men’s grooming, ahead of men’s toiletries and men’s shaving. Although it posted only moderate value ... such as men’s shaving, men’s bath and shower, men’s hair care and men’s skin care. There... Euromonitor International's Men's Grooming in Singapore report offers ...
April 2024
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Oral Care in Singapore
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... posting the largest actual value sales increase among all oral care products. Mouthwashes/dental rinses and toothbrushes follow as the ... steadily due to consumers regarding these as daily necessities. Euromonitor International's Oral Care in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of ...
April 2024
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Skin Care in Singapore
US$ 990.00
... test bed for international brands and help overall skin ca... Euromonitor International's Skin Care in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and ... the market is set to change. Product coverage: Body Care, Facial Care, Hand Care, Skin Care Sets/Kits. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and ...
April 2024
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Sun Care in Singapore
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... , instead of settling for additional SPF in skin... Euromonitor International's Sun Care in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ... market is set to change. Product coverage: Adult Sun Care, Baby and Child-specific Sun Care. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts ...
April 2024
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Baby and Child-Specific Products in Singapore
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... baby and child-specific products to help drive demand. Manufacturers such as Johnson & Johnson and Botaneco Garden have also launched produc... Euromonitor International's Baby and Child-specific Products in Singapore ...
April 2024
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Beauty and Personal Care in Singapore
US$ 2,650.00
In 2018, beauty and personal care in Singapore continued to register moderate value growth, driven by the flow ... cosmetics. On the other hand, some personal care categories remained stagnant in 2018:... Euromonitor International's Beauty and Personal Care in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the ...
April 2024
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Mass Beauty and Personal Care in Singapore
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April 2024
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Premium Beauty and Personal Care in Singapore
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... continue, promising a bright outlook for the premium segment... Euromonitor International's Premium Beauty and Personal Care in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size ... report? Get a detailed picture of the Premium Beauty and Personal Care market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors ...
April 2024
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Advertising in Singapore
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... to presentations and pitches by understanding the future growth prospects of the Singapore advertising market with five year forecasts REASONS TO BUY What was ... the size of the Singapore advertising market by value in 2018? What will be the size of the Singapore advertising market in 2023? What factors ...
April 2024
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Casinos & Gaming in Singapore
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Casinos & Gaming in Singapore Casinos & Gaming in Singapore industry profile provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market size (value 2018-23, and forecast to...
April 2024
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Direct Selling in Singapore
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... sources of additional income like the gig economy, direct selling operators in Singapor... Euromonitor International's Direct Selling in Singapore report offers insight into key trends and developments ...
February 2024
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Vending in Singapore
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... , faced with high rental and labour costs in Singapore, local retailers are turning to vending machines for their compact, cost-effective, yet ... -lean formats and a shift away from low-sk... Euromonitor International's Vending in Singapore report offers insight into key trends and developments driving ...
February 2024
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Hypermarkets in Singapore
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With experiential retailing becoming more sought after in Singapore, hypermarkets need to adapt to changing consumer demands by revamping their ... one of five newly segmented zones that provi... Euromonitor International's Hypermarkets in Singapore report offers insight into key trends and developments driving ...
February 2024
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Supermarkets in Singapore
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... increasingly become a multi-purpose, “one-stop shop” in Singapore, supermarkets have scored with local consumers by operating 24 hours, expanding ... product ranges, offering cheaper prices,... Euromonitor International's Supermarkets in Singapore report offers insight into key trends and developments driving ...
February 2024
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Retail E-Commerce in Singapore
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E-commerce in Singapore experienced a marginal decline in value sales in 2023 due to the normalisation of shopping habits. This was expected, given the sharp growth recorded by the channel during the...
February 2024
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Retail in Singapore
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Retail in Singapore has left the impact of the pandemic behind following the easing of restrictions, and has continued with resilient, albeit slower, growth in 2023. The full-scale resumption of socia...
February 2024
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Singapore
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Apparel and footwear specialists in Singapore continued to record robust growth in 2023. This was largely driven by the full-scale resumption of social activities and international travel. 2023 witnes...
February 2024
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Appliances and Electronics Specialists in Singapore
US$ 990.00
Albeit recording slower growth compared to the previous year, appliances and electronics specialists in Singapore experienced another positive performance in 2023. In February 2022, the local governme...
February 2024
35 pages
Convenience Retailers in Singapore
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The full recovery of convenience stores in Singapore, which dominates value sales and outlet numbers within convenience retailers, has been driven by the resumption of pre-pandemic lifestyles. Consume...
February 2024
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General Merchandise Stores in Singapore
US$ 990.00
Variety stores in Singapore continued to record solid growth in 2023, driven by the rising cost-of-living pressures, which were a key area of concern for local consumers. Amid a muted economic climate...
February 2024
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Health and Beauty Specialists in Singapore
US$ 990.00
Similar to other retail channels such as apparel and footwear specialists, beauty specialists in Singapore benefited from the resumption of pre-pandemic lifestyles, such as a return to the office, soc...
February 2024
38 pages
Home Products Specialists in Singapore
US$ 990.00
Despite recording a marginal decline in 2023 as demand started to stabilise following the surge during the pandemic and subsequent seclusion, value sales of homewares and home furnishing stores in Sin...
February 2024
37 pages
Small Local Grocers in Singapore
US$ 990.00
“Mama shops”, which are small local grocers in Singapore typically located within older and mature residential estates, used to be the cornerstone of grocery retailers in the local market. Such a trad...
February 2024
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Keppel Land Ltd - Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
US$ 175.00
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February 2024
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Shen Yao Holdings Ltd - Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
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Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene in Singapore
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February 2024
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Nappies/Diapers/Pants in Singapore
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... The decreasing number of births adversely affected the demand for nappies/diapers/pants. The low birth rate is expected to continue, as young ... offer the utmost comfort to their children... Euromonitor International's Nappies/Diapers/Pants in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape ...
February 2024
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Wipes in Singapore
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... have been innovating with added-features to stand ou... Euromonitor International's Wipes in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo ...
February 2024
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Retail Tissue in Singapore
US$ 990.00
Overall retail tissue is mature and has already hit high volumes. Singapore is experiencing slow population growth, fuelled by the low birth rate ... to meet the growing needs of premium users... Euromonitor International's Retail Tissue in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of ...
February 2024
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Tissue and Hygiene in Singapore
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... will continue to shape demand in tissue and hygiene. Euromonitor International's Tissue and Hygiene in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the ... Away-from-Home Tissue and Hygiene, Retail Tissue and Hygiene, Rx/Reimbursement adult incontinence, Total Tissue and Hygiene. Data coverage: market ...
February 2024
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Retail Adult Incontinence in Singapore
US$ 990.00
... is increasing along with the elderly population in Singapore. Growing old and frail... Euromonitor International's Retail Adult Incontinence in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size ...
February 2024
22 pages
Paper & Paperboard in Singapore
US$ 350.00
Paper & Paperboard in Singapore Paper & Paperboard in Singapore industry profile provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market share, market size (value and vol...
February 2024
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Air Freight in Singapore
US$ 350.00
... the market. KEY HIGHLIGHTS The air freight sector is defined as consisting of revenues generated from freight transportation by air. The Singaporean air freight sector had total revenues of $4,952 ...
February 2024
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Venture Corporation Limited - Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
US$ 175.00
Venture Corporation Limited - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Venture Corporation Limited - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is ... . It is headquartered in Singapore City, Singapore. SCOPE Detailed information on Venture Corporation Limited required for business and competitor ...
January 2024
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ST Engineering Electronics Ltd - Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
US$ 175.00
... affecting Singapore Technologies Electronics Ltd in the form of a SWOT analysis An in-depth view of the business model of Singapore Technologies Electronics Ltd including a breakdown and examination of key business segments Intelligence on Singapore Technologies Electronics Ltd ...
January 2024
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ST Engineering Land Systems Ltd - Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
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... affecting Singapore Technologies Kinetics Ltd. in the form of a SWOT analysis An in-depth view of the business model of Singapore Technologies Kinetics Ltd. including a breakdown and examination of key business segments Intelligence on Singapore Technologies Kinetics Ltd ... customers' businesses better. Stay up to date on Singapore Technologies Kinetics Ltd.'s business structure, strategy and prospects. KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore Technologies Kinetics Ltd. (ST Kinetics) is a provider of ground syste
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