Is a Recovery Coming? What Leaders Are Watching for 2026

At the DBS Market Outlook Forum 2026, SBF CEO Kok Ping Soon highlighted why ground sentiments remain softer than macro data suggests and outlined signals to watch for renewed confidence in 2026. Amid trade disruptions, financial volatility and shifting consumer expectations, he emphasised three growth levers for businesses: adopting AI as a force multiplier, starting decarbonisation to stay competitive in supply chains, and diversifying markets and suppliers while leveraging FTAs to protect margins and unlock new opportunities.

Mexico: New Growth Opportunities for Singapore Companies

SBF, together with the Singapore Manufacturing Federation, recently led a business delegation to Mexico to deepen economic ties and bolster business resilience amid global uncertainty. Hear from SBF Executive Director of International Business Soo Wei-Chieh as he highlights Mexico as a strategic springboard into North and South America, with strong demand in advanced manufacturing, logistics and digital services. He notes that the upcoming Singapore Embassy in Mexico will provide crucial on-ground support for companies to seize opportunities.

VolunteerInc. Momentum Builds as Companies Deepen Community Engagement

COMO Group kicked off its first volunteering activity with Allkin Active Ageing Centre through SBF’s VolunteerInc. initiative, with plans to co-develop wellness-focused programmes for seniors using their in-house instructors and specialists. As part of the Give Back to Chinatown campaign, staff from PIL, Lojel, IHH Healthcare and GCNS also volunteered at Yong En, supporting pantry replenishment and senior outreach with the Silver Generation Office. Since mid-year, 24 corporates have joined VolunteerInc. to advance their social impact efforts.

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