The UK has become the world’s fourth largest exporter, but can it maintain this momentum? 
Some experts say the US economy is on the up, but here’s why voters don’t think so 
Interest rates: Monetary policy is always political as central banks opt to back the financial sector 
Sure, the RBA froze interest rates on Tuesday, but there's plenty of pain to come 
Electric air taxis are on the way – quiet eVTOLs may be flying passengers as early as 2025 
Reducing energy demand and improving efficiency will help prevent the next gas crisis 
Uganda’s tax system isn’t bringing in enough revenue but is targeting small business the answer? 
Bank of England interest rate rise: why this could be the last increase for a while 
The Federal Reserve and the art of navigating a soft landing ... when economic data sends mixed signals 
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) kept its monetary policy unchanged on Thursday as widely expected. As indicated in the October meeting, policymakers observed that a neutral policy stance is appropriate for an extended period and should ensure medium-term price stability.
Instead of interest rates, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) uses the currency exchange rate to set monetary policy because of the city-state's small and open economy. MAS said it will maintain the rate of appreciation of the S$NEER policy band at zero percent.
The MAS reiterated the forward guidance from its last review and warned of "significant policy uncertainty". The central bank acknowledged "slightly" improved prospects for the world economy but said "downside risks remain, alongside significant policy uncertainty," underscoring worries among global policymakers about the outlook in the face of U.S. President Donald Trump's protectionist threats, Brexit and geopolitical risks in the Middle East and North Korea.
MAS core inflation was forecast to rise gradually, largely on account of higher global oil prices. Core inflation is projected to average 1-2 percent this year, while overall consumer price inflation is forecast to rise to 0.5-1.5 percent. Over the medium term, core inflation is expected to trend towards but average slightly below 2 percent.
