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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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Singapore: Rapeseed Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the rapeseed market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Raspberries Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the raspberries market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynam...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Rays and Skates Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the rays and skates market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its d...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Recovered Fiber Pulp Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the recovered fiber pulp market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market,...
November 2020
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Singapore: Recovered Fiber Pulp and Paper Industry
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the recovered fiber pulp and paper industry in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Recovered Paper Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the recovered paper market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its d...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Rice Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the rice market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics, st...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Roots and Tubers Industry
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the roots and tubers industry in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the industry,...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Rye Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the rye market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics, str...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Safflower Seed Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the safflower seed market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dy...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Salmon Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the salmon market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics,...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sardines Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sardines market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sawlogs and Veneer Logs Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sawlogs and veneer logs market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the marke...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sawnwood Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sawnwood market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Scallops Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the scallops market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sea Bass Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sea bass market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sea Bream Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sea bream market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamic...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Seaweed Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the seaweed market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics,...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the semi-chemical wood pulp market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the marke...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sesame Seed Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sesame seed market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynam...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sharks Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sharks market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics,...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Shea Nuts Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the shea nuts market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamic...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sheep Meat Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sheep meat market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynami...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Shrimps and Prawns Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the shrimps and prawns market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, it...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sisal Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sisal market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics, s...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Skipjack and Bonito Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the skipjack and bonito market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, i...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sockeye (Red) Salmon Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sockeye (red) salmon market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market,...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sodium Nitrate Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sodium nitrate market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dy...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sole Market
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This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sole market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics, st...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sorghum Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sorghum market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics,...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sour Cherries Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sour cherries market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dyn...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Soybeans Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the soybeans market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Spices Industry
US$ 2,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the spices industry in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the industry, its dynami...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Spinach Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the spinach market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics,...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Strawberries Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the strawberries market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dyna...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: String Beans Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the string beans market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dyna...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sugar Beet Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sugar beet market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynami...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sugar Cane Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sugar cane market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynami...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sugar Crops Industry
US$ 2,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sugar crops industry in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the industry, its d...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sulphate Chemical Wood Pulp Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sulphate chemical wood pulp market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the m...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sulphite Chemical Wood Pulp Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sulphite chemical wood pulp market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the m...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sunflower Seed Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sunflower seed market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dy...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Superphosphates Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the superphosphates market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its d...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Sweet Potatoes Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the sweet potatoes market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dy...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Swordfish Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the swordfish market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamic...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Tallowtree Seed Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the tallowtree seed market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its d...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Tangerines and Clementines Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the tangerines and clementines market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the ma...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Taro Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the taro market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics, st...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Tea, Coffee and Cocoa Industry
US$ 2,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the tea, coffee and cocoa industry in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the indus...
November 2020
100 pages
Singapore: Tea Market
US$ 1,499.00
This report presents a comprehensive overview of the tea market in Singapore and a forecast for its development in the next five years. It provides a detailed analysis of the market, its dynamics, str...
November 2020
100 pages
