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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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Luxury Accessories in Singapore
US$ 660.00
... , smart accessories found a place in luxury in 2015. Diane von Furstenberg collaborated with Google Glass to launch smart sun... Euromonitor International's Luxury Accessories in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Luxury Accessories market at a national level. It provides ...
January 2016
19 pages
Luxury Electronic Gadgets in Singapore
US$ 660.00
... 2015, luxury electronic gadget brands, which generally lag behind non-luxury smartphones in terms of technology, made efforts to improve the technological capabilities of ... metal to attract the affluent to luxury... Euromonitor International's Luxury Electronic Gadgets in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Luxury Electronic Gadgets market at a national level ...
January 2016
18 pages
Luxury Jewellery and Timepieces in Singapore
US$ 660.00
... . Furthermore, Chinese... Euromonitor International's Luxury Jewellery and Timepieces in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Luxury Jewellery and Timepieces market at a national level ... Timepieces retailing along with the development of consumers’ shopping patterns. Forecasts to 2020 illustrate how the market is set to change Product coverage: Luxury Jewellery, Luxury Timepieces ...
January 2016
21 pages
Goh Joo Hin Pte Ltd in Packaged Food (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
Goh Joo Hin’s direction is to constantly improve itself as a distribution and marketing company, while ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
December 2015
2 pages
Candy Empire Pty Ltd in Packaged Food (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
Candy Empire aims to remain a one-stop shop, specialising in sweet and savoury ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
December 2015
3 pages
Thong Siek Food Industry Pte Ltd in Packaged Food (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
Thong Siek Food Industry aims to further entrench its footprints in Singapore and Malaysia while expanding overseas by focusing on a customer-centric business approach, product innovation, quality control, health and wellness needs. Thong Siek ...
December 2015
3 pages
Oils and Fats in Singapore
US$ 990.00
... government activities, there is a strong awareness of healthier cooking oil and... Euromonitor International's Oils and Fats in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
December 2015
27 pages
Biscuits and Snack Bars in Singapore
US$ 990.00
... growth is mainly due to the hectic lifestyles in Singapore as consumers tend to rely on convenient snacks such as biscuits and snack bars when they get hungry in between meals ... prefer to have individually-packaged products in order... Euromonitor International's Biscuits and Snack Bars in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ...
December 2015
40 pages
Sweet and Savoury Snacks in Singapore
US$ 990.00
... busy lifestyles and the growing tendency of Singaporeans... Euromonitor International's Sweet and Savoury Snacks in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape ... market is set to change. Product coverage: Crisps, Extruded Snacks, Fruit Snacks, Nuts, Other Sweet and Savoury Snacks, Popcorn, Pretzels, Tortilla Chips. Data coverage: market ...
November 2015
31 pages
ATM Cards in Singapore
US$ 990.00
... 's ATM Transactions in Singapore report establishes the size and structure of the market for ATMs cards, smart cards, credit cards, debit cards, charge cards, pre-paid cards and store cards. It looks at key players in the market (issuers and operators), number of cards ...
November 2015
17 pages
EZ-link Pte Ltd (EZL) in Financial Cards and Payments (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
... link Pte Ltd (EZL) was established by the Land Transport Authority (LTA) in January 2002. It was responsible for rolling out Singapore’s largest contactless Stored Value Smart Card system. EZ-Link cards are primarily used for public ...
November 2015
2 pages
DBS Group Holdings Ltd in Financial Cards and Payments (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
DBS Group Holdings Ltd was established in 1968 as the Development Bank of Singapore. During Singapore’s early years of independence, DBS Group acted as the catalyst for the nation’s economic development ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
November 2015
2 pages
United Overseas Bank Ltd in Financial Cards and Payments (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
United Overseas Bank Ltd (UOB) was established in 1935 by Datuk Wee Kheng Chiang and ... years and has become one of the leading banks in Singapore. In 2001, UOB acquired Overseas Union Bank Limited in a high profile takeover deal estimated to be worth ...
November 2015
2 pages
Casio Singapore Pte Ltd in Personal Accessories (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
During the forecast period, Casio Singapore Pte Ltd is expected to focus on its Baby G and G Shock brands for innovations ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
October 2015
2 pages
Stelux Holdings International Ltd in Personal Accessories (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
Stelux Holdings International Ltd is expected to hold a cautious view on expansion of stores in the forecast period, and rather ... , Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and Bangalore and a network of over 800 analysts worldwide, Euromonitor International has ...
October 2015
2 pages
Cigars in Singapore
US$ 990.00
... Singapore, cigars are generally looked upon as a luxury tobacco product for older and more affluent consumers. The consumer base for cigars also ... stronger taste. However, cigar retailers in Singapore have observed a rising trend of more young adult consumers... Euromonitor International's Cigars in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide ...
October 2015
23 pages
Smoking Tobacco in Singapore
US$ 990.00
... limited to older, more affluent consumers who regard pipe smoking as a hobby. Euromonitor International's Smoking Tobacco in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Smoking Tobacco market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
October 2015
20 pages
Wood Based Panel Market in Singapore to 2019 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
US$ 555.76
... Wood Based Panel Market in Singapore to 2019 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts offers the most up-to-date industry data on the actual market situation, and future outlook for wood based panels in Singapore ... current size of the wood based panel market in Singapore? How is the wood based panel market divided into different types of product segments? How are the overall market and different product ...
October 2015
48 pages
Fiberboard Market in Singapore to 2019 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
US$ 557.28
... Fiberboard Market in Singapore to 2019 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts offers the most up-to-date industry data on the actual market situation, and future outlook for fiberboard in Singapore ... , current market situation, and future outlook of the fiberboard market in Singapore to 2019 Track industry developments and identify market opportunities Plan and develop marketing, market-entry, market expansion ...
October 2015
21 pages
Comics Connection Pte Ltd in Toys and Games (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
... in 1992, Comics Connection is a retailer of traditional toys and games and video games. It aims to be a leading retailer of Asian brands of comics, toys and games ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
October 2015
2 pages
Maxsoft Pte Ltd in Toys and Games (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
Maxsoft is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nintendo Co Ltd in Japan. As the sole distributor of Nintendo in Singapore and other Southeast Asian markets, it aims to gain a strong ... this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Traditional Toys and Games, Video Games. Data coverage: market sizes ( ...
October 2015
28 pages
Play Imaginative Pte Ltd in Toys and Games (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
Play Imaginative is a producer and manufacturer of action figures and accessories. The company ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
October 2015
28 pages
Nanyang Optical Co Pte Ltd in Eyewear (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
Nanyang Optical Co Pte Ltd is expected to further build on its eco-friendly concept as a point of differentiation from other optical goods retailers. This will also see it ... and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo ...
October 2015
2 pages
Amcor Tobacco Packaging Singapore (Pte) Ltd in Packaging Industry (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
... offering a full service from research, design to production, Amcor Tobacco Packaging Singapore offers management service throughout its whole production line. The ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
September 2015
2 pages
Cotton Wool/Buds/Pads in Singapore
US$ 990.00
Cotton wool/buds/pads witnessed a slightly lower current value growth in 2014 than 2013, though remaining at a stable rate of 1%. The high maturity of cotton wool/buds/pads stagnated its ... for make-up removal, thereby reducing the need for cotton wool/pads. Euromonitor International's Cotton Wool/Buds/Pads in Singapore report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape ...
September 2015
18 pages
Kleen-Pak Products Pte Ltd in Tissue and Hygiene (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
Kleen-Pak Products is expected to intensify research and development efforts in tissue and hygiene, to ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
September 2015
2 pages
Tipex Trading Pte Ltd in Tissue and Hygiene (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
Tipex Trading Pte Ltd is unlikely to expand into other tissue and hygiene categories over ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
September 2015
2 pages
Diapers.com.sg Pte Ltd in Tissue and Hygiene (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
... period Diapers.com.sg Pte Ltd is expected to focus on expanding its range of products and ... coverage: Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene, Retail Tissue and Hygiene, Total Tissue and Hygiene. Data ... information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, ...
September 2015
2 pages
Kao (S) Pte Ltd in Tissue and Hygiene (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
Kao (S) Pte Ltd is expected to sustain its leadership in sanitary protection and wipes through ... and high product quality will remain the mandate for Kao (S) Pte Ltd in retaining a competitive edge amid fierce competition within tissue and ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
September 2015
2 pages
Kimberly-Clark (Singapore) Pte Ltd in Tissue and Hygiene (Singapore)
US$ 150.00
Kimberly-Clark (Singapore) is expected to face intensifying competition in tissue and hygiene over the ... books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo and ...
September 2015
2 pages
Singapore Oil and Gas Market Insight and Outlook Report (H2 2015) - Forecasts of Exploration, Production, Refinery, LNG, Storage, Pipeline Projects, Investments, Companies, Trade and Prices
US$ 2,560.00
... strategies to cop up with the changes in global markets. The Singapore oil and gas report from OG Analysis provides complete analysis and ... 2025. All potential new business and investment opportunities in Singapore oil and gas markets with feasibility of planned projects, expected start up, investments ...
August 2015
120 pages
Singapore Agribusiness Market Insights and Outlook Report to 2025 (Q3 2015) - Forecasts of Singapore Coffee, Cotton, Grains, Dairy, Fruits, Proteins, Sugar, Nuts and Oilseeds
US$ 799.00
... Singapore Agribusiness Market Insights and Outlook Report to 2025 (Q3 2015) - Forecasts of Singapore Coffee, Cotton, Grains, Dairy, Fruits, Proteins, Sugar, Nuts and ... the future of Singapore agribusiness markets in the medium to long term future. Singapore agribusiness market is compared in supply, demand, investment and growth indexes with its peer markets in the ...
August 2015
100 pages
Merial Asia Pte Ltd in Pet Care (Singapore)
US$ 572.00
Merial Asia, an animal health company, is focusing on maintaining its track record of providing trusted pharmaceutical products and vaccines for pets. Merial is the animal health business of Sanofi, with Merial Singapore acting as the regional contact for Asian markets. Although Merial also ...
August 2015
2 pages
Kaimay Trading Pte Ltd in Alcoholic Drinks (Singapore)
US$ 572.00
Kaimay Pte Ltd imports and exports food and beverages, including wine, beer ... East Asia, to cover all the major retail channels within Singapore. Euromonitor International Local Company Profiles are a concise set of briefings ...
August 2015
28 pages
La Maison du Whisky Pte Ltd in Alcoholic Drinks (Singapore)
US$ 572.00
... Maison du Whisky Pte Ltd collected various spirits and whiskies from Europe, American to Asia to provide consumers with new and exciting testing experiences for whiskies. It also organised the Whisky Live Singapore 2014 event to educate and prompt a drinking trend for whiskies in the country ...
August 2015
28 pages
Singapore Straits Wine Co Pte Ltd in Alcoholic Drinks (Singapore)
US$ 572.00
Singapore Straits Wine Company aimed to build diversified and excited drinking experiences for wine lovers in Singapore. By introducing more wine options from various countries and grapes, Singapore Straits Wine Company holds the Singapore Wine Fiesta to educate consumers with sophisticated wine ...
August 2015
2 pages
Corlison Pte Ltd in Beauty and Personal Care (Singapore)
US$ 572.00
... network will be other areas of focus for Corlison Pte Ltd, as it looks to sustain consumer interest in its ... Deodorants, Depilatories, Fragrances, Hair Care, Mass Beauty and Personal Care, Men's Grooming, ... systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago ...
July 2015
28 pages
Sets-Kits in Singapore
US$ 990.00
... transfer their existing products into small containers. Euromonitor International's Sets/Kits 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 and ...
July 2015
24 pages
