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Calculated Shard: 21 (from laksa170)

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Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa021.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical, ml_categories_json AS ml_categories_json, ml_types_json AS ml_types_json, ml_intent_types_json AS ml_intent_types_json, meta_language AS meta_language, attrs_author AS attrs_author, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_publish_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_original_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_original_publish_time, ifNull(attrs_is_republished, 0) AS attrs_is_republished, ifNull(attrs_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_nr_words, ifNull(attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, ifNull(body_ext_links_number, 0) AS body_ext_links_number, ifNull(body_int_links_number, 0) AS body_int_links_number, ifNull(meta_nofollow, 0) AS meta_nofollow, ifNull(meta_noarchive, 0) AS meta_noarchive, ifNull(props_was_rendered, 0) AS props_was_rendered, ifNull(src_redirect, \'\') AS src_redirect, ifNull(download_time_msec, 0) AS download_time_msec, ifNull(download_ttfb_msec, 0) AS download_ttfb_msec, ifNull(download_size, 0) AS download_size FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.arabnews.pk/node/1245386/business-economy\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.arabnews.pk/node/1245386/business-economy\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/1245386\/business-economy","crawl_time":1772233489,"first_indexed_time":1569298959,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"pk,arabnews!www,\/node\/1245386\/business-economy s443","src_root_hash":"8635195911840680221","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Singapore poised for first sales tax hike in more than a decade | Arab News PK","meta_descriptions":["SINGAPORE: Singapore, a city-state famed for the low-tax model that helped transform it from a gritty port town to an Asian Manhattan, is expected to put something unusual in this year’s government budget announcement: a tax hike.Nine of 10 economists polled by Reuters think authorities on Monday will unveil the first rise in the goods and services tax (GST) since 2007."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund-backed AviLease achieved exceptional performance and sustainable business growth during 2025, supported by the strategic expansion of its global platform.\nAccording to its financial results for 2025, AviLease recorded total revenues of $664 million, an annual increase of 19 percent, driven by disciplined growth in its asset portfolio and strong performance in aircraft remarketing amid sustained global demand for modern, fuel-efficient aircraft, the Saudi Press Agency reported.\nProfit before tax doubled compared to the previous year, reaching $122 million. The year witnessed an expansion in AviLease’s portfolio, reaching 202 owned and managed aircraft, leased to over 50 airline companies in more than 30 countries. \nThe total value of the company’s assets stabilized at $9.3 billion. AviLease maintained a 100 percent fleet utilization rate, reflecting the resilience of its business model, the efficiency of its asset management, and the strength of its strategic relationships with airlines around the world.\nAviLease concluded purchase agreements for aircraft from Airbus, including the A320neo family and A350F, and Boeing 737 aircraft, aiming to enhance its future asset portfolio with modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. This step will contribute to supporting future growth and meeting increasing customer demand for the latest aircraft, aligning with the Kingdom’s ambitions to become a leading global aviation hub.\nAviLease strengthened its prestigious credit standing by obtaining a strong Baa2 credit ratings from Moody’s and BBB from Fitch, reflecting its financial solidity, managerial discipline, and efficiency in managing leverage. The company also successfully issued senior unsecured bonds worth $850 million last November under Regulation 144A\/RegS. This issuance contributed to diversifying its funding sources and enhancing its financial flexibility.\nCommenting on the results, AviLease CEO Edward O’Byrne said: “This exceptional performance reflects the quality of the company’s investment portfolio, the strength of its partnerships with airlines, and its strategic focus on responsibly deploying capital into highly sought-after, efficient, modern aircraft assets.”\nHe added: “As aviation markets continue to grow, AviLease is strategically positioned to continue its expansion plans and deliver sustainable long-term value for shareholders, contributing to the Kingdom’s ambitions.”\nThroughout 2025, AviLease continued to play a pivotal role in the Kingdom’s growing aviation sector and contributed directly to the launch and scaling of the new national carrier, Riyadh Air, by completing a sale and leaseback transaction for a Boeing 787-9 aircraft, which thereby became the first aircraft to join the airline’s fleet.\nAviLease also established a strategic partnership with Hassana Investment Co. This partnership aims to provide an opportunity for local and international investors to enter the aircraft financing asset class and benefit from AviLease’s technical expertise and operational capabilities to support partnership growth and enhance performance. \nHassana Investment Co. has agreed to acquire an initial portfolio of 10 modern aircraft from AviLease.","attrs_markdown":"Arab News PK\n\n- [Arab News](http:\/\/www.arabnews.com\/)\n- [Arab News JP](http:\/\/www.arabnews.jp\/)\n- [Arab News FR](https:\/\/www.arabnews.fr\/)\n\nSaturday . February 28, 2026\n\n[![Logo](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/sites\/all\/themes\/narabnewspk\/assets\/img\/logo-pk.png?sdsa)](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/)\n\nPakistan Edition\n\n[![Logo](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/sites\/all\/themes\/narabnewspk\/assets\/img\/logo-pk-no-txt.png)](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/)\n\nPakistan Edition\n\n- [Pakistan](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/Pakistan)\n- [Saudi Arabia](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/saudiarabia)\n- [Middle East](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/middleeast)\n- [World](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/world)\n- [Business](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/economy)\n- [Opinion](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/opinion)\n- [Lifestyle](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/lifestyle)\n- [Sport](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/sport)\n- [Jobs](http:\/\/careers.arabnews.com\/)\n\n- [Pakistan](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/Pakistan)\n- [Saudi Arabia](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/saudiarabia)\n- [Middle East](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/middleeast)\n- [World](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/world)\n- [Business](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/economy)\n- [Opinion](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/opinion)\n- [Lifestyle](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/lifestyle)\n- [Sport](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/sport)\n- [Jobs](http:\/\/careers.arabnews.com\/)\n\n- [The ‘other’ Riyadh derby delivers a 5-3 thriller as Al-Hilal return to winning ways against Al-Shabab](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/2634733\/sport)\n- [Medvedev swats Auger-Aliassime aside to reach Dubai final](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/2634724\/sport)\n- [Usyk to face Verhoeven for WBC heavyweight title in ‘Glory in Giza’ bout](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/2634723\/sport)\n- [Bill Clinton says he ‘did nothing wrong’ with Epstein as he faces grilling over their relationship](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/2634721\/world)\n- [Closer Russia-Gulf ties deliver an Arabic-speaking tourism boom](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/2634719\/world)\n- [Saudi Arabia reaffirms commitment to the two-state solution](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/2634717\/saudi-arabia)\n- [Student volunteers provide translation services at Grand Mosque](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/2634713\/saudi-arabia)\n- [Messi knocked down by fan in Puerto Rico pitch invasion](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/2634712\/sport)\n- [Benfica suspend five fans for alleged racist remarks in Madrid loss](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/2634709\/sport)\n- [Locals in Niger say ‘terrorists’ killed 25 near Mali](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/2634708\/world)\n\n## You are here\n- [Home](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/)\n- Singapore poised for first sales tax hike in more than a decade\n\n\n\nSingapore poised for first sales tax hike in more than a decade \/node\/1245386\/business-economy\n\n# Singapore poised for first sales tax hike in more than a decade\n![]()\n\nWhile the rate for Singapore’s consumption tax is one of the world’s lowest, good and services tax is still the government’s second largest source of tax revenue, behind corporate tax. (Reuters)\n\nUpdated 13 February 2018\n\nReuters\n\nFebruary 13, 2018 08:33\n\n[Follow](https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/follow?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.arabnews.com%2F&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Ebuttonembed%7Ctwterm%5Efollow%7Ctwgr%5Earabnews&region=follow_link&screen_name=arabnews)\n\n## Singapore poised for first sales tax hike in more than a decade\n![](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/n_670_395\/public\/2018\/02\/13\/1100591-1523513918.jpeg?itok=mprtjTUM)\n\nUpdated 13 February 2018\n\nReuters\n\nFebruary 13, 2018 08:33\n\nSINGAPORE: Singapore, a city-state famed for the low-tax model that helped transform it from a gritty port town to an Asian Manhattan, is expected to put something unusual in this year’s government budget announcement: a tax hike.  \nNine of 10 economists polled by Reuters think authorities on Monday will unveil the first rise in the goods and services tax (GST) since 2007. Policymakers have flagged the need to increase revenue to meet future social spending needs of a rapidly aging population.  \nEconomists say Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat might also make tweaks to taxes on e-commerce retailers such as Amazon.com, wealth and sugar when he presents the budget, at 0730 GMT on Monday, for the year starting April 1.  \nAny tax measures would come after Singapore in 2017 had its fastest economic growth in three years, estimated at 3.5 percent.  \n“Strong economic growth is a good pull factor supporting the tax hike,” said Francis Tan, an economist for Singapore’s United Overseas Bank.  \nHe expects GST to be increased by 1 percentage point this year to 8 percent, followed by another 1 percentage point hike next year.  \nTan added that there’s an “urgent need” to shift more toward indirect taxes as the tax base for personal income tax could become smaller over the longer term given Singapore’s demographic challenge.  \nWhile the rate for Singapore’s consumption tax is one of the world’s lowest, GST is still the government’s second largest source of tax revenue, behind corporate tax.  \nSingapore introduced its GST in 1994, with a 3 percent rate. This was raised to 4 percent in 2003 and 5 percent in 2004, then to 7 percent in 2007.  \nSome economists including HSBC’s Jingyang Chen, who expects a 2-percentage point hike to be announced on Monday, said a higher GST could be accompanied by measures to ease the burden for lower-income families, such as cash transfers and vouchers.  \nEight of the 10 economists polled expect the government to widen the net on e-commerce transactions subject to the GST.  \nCurrently, Singapore consumers pay 7 percent GST on their purchases from Singapore-based online retailers. In contrast, they pay no GST on goods purchased from overseas suppliers if the value of the imported goods is below S\\$400 (\\$302.40).  \nSeveral economists also suggested there could additional taxes on wealth, such as an increase in annual property taxes, as well as higher rates on alcohol and tobacco products or even a new tax on sugar consumption.  \nMichael Wan, an economist at Credit Suisse, estimates that a 2 percentage point increase to the GST would add around 0.6 percent of GDP to net government revenues annually, after taking into account possible offsetting measures to cushion the impact on lower income households.  \nEconomists estimate a 2-percentage point rise in GST could boost Singapore’s headline inflation rate by 1.0-1.5 percentage points and core inflation — the measure closely watched by policymakers — by even more.  \n“If the MAS (Monetary Authority of Singapore) sees longer-term inflation risks after GST is implemented, then it would factor that into its policy decisions,” said HSBC’s Chen.\n\n[Follow](https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/follow?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.arabnews.com%2F&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Ebuttonembed%7Ctwterm%5Efollow%7Ctwgr%5Earabnews&region=follow_link&screen_name=arabnews)\n\n***\nPIF-backed AviLease achieves revenue of \\$664m and 19% growth in 2025 \/node\/2634654\/business-economy\n\n# [PIF-backed AviLease achieves revenue of \\$664m and 19% growth in 2025](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/node\/2634654)\n![](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/n_670_395\/public\/main-image\/2026\/02\/27\/4689200-150245130.png?itok=OEK9a8Gw)\n\nUpdated 27 February 2026\n\nSPA\n\nFebruary 27, 2026 12:49\n\n[Follow](https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/follow?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.arabnews.com%2F&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Ebuttonembed%7Ctwterm%5Efollow%7Ctwgr%5Earabnews&region=follow_link&screen_name=arabnews)\n\n## PIF-backed AviLease achieves revenue of \\$664m and 19% growth in 2025\n![](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/n_670_395\/public\/main-image\/2026\/02\/27\/4689200-150245130.png?itok=OEK9a8Gw)\n\nUpdated 27 February 2026\n\nSPA\n\nFebruary 27, 2026 12:49\n\nRIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund-backed AviLease achieved exceptional performance and sustainable business growth during 2025, supported by the strategic expansion of its global platform.\n\nAccording to its financial results for 2025, AviLease recorded total revenues of \\$664 million, an annual increase of 19 percent, driven by disciplined growth in its asset portfolio and strong performance in aircraft remarketing amid sustained global demand for modern, fuel-efficient aircraft, the Saudi Press Agency reported.\n\nProfit before tax doubled compared to the previous year, reaching \\$122 million. The year witnessed an expansion in AviLease’s portfolio, reaching 202 owned and managed aircraft, leased to over 50 airline companies in more than 30 countries.\n\nThe total value of the company’s assets stabilized at \\$9.3 billion. AviLease maintained a 100 percent fleet utilization rate, reflecting the resilience of its business model, the efficiency of its asset management, and the strength of its strategic relationships with airlines around the world.\n\nAviLease concluded purchase agreements for aircraft from Airbus, including the A320neo family and A350F, and Boeing 737 aircraft, aiming to enhance its future asset portfolio with modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. This step will contribute to supporting future growth and meeting increasing customer demand for the latest aircraft, aligning with the Kingdom’s ambitions to become a leading global aviation hub.\n\nAviLease strengthened its prestigious credit standing by obtaining a strong Baa2 credit ratings from Moody’s and BBB from Fitch, reflecting its financial solidity, managerial discipline, and efficiency in managing leverage. The company also successfully issued senior unsecured bonds worth \\$850 million last November under Regulation 144A\/RegS. This issuance contributed to diversifying its funding sources and enhancing its financial flexibility.\n\nCommenting on the results, AviLease CEO Edward O’Byrne said: “This exceptional performance reflects the quality of the company’s investment portfolio, the strength of its partnerships with airlines, and its strategic focus on responsibly deploying capital into highly sought-after, efficient, modern aircraft assets.”\n\nHe added: “As aviation markets continue to grow, AviLease is strategically positioned to continue its expansion plans and deliver sustainable long-term value for shareholders, contributing to the Kingdom’s ambitions.”\n\nThroughout 2025, AviLease continued to play a pivotal role in the Kingdom’s growing aviation sector and contributed directly to the launch and scaling of the new national carrier, Riyadh Air, by completing a sale and leaseback transaction for a Boeing 787-9 aircraft, which thereby became the first aircraft to join the airline’s fleet.\n\nAviLease also established a strategic partnership with Hassana Investment Co. This partnership aims to provide an opportunity for local and international investors to enter the aircraft financing asset class and benefit from AviLease’s technical expertise and operational capabilities to support partnership growth and enhance performance.\n\nHassana Investment Co. has agreed to acquire an initial portfolio of 10 modern aircraft from AviLease.\n\n[Follow](https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/follow?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.arabnews.com%2F&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Ebuttonembed%7Ctwterm%5Efollow%7Ctwgr%5Earabnews&region=follow_link&screen_name=arabnews)\n\nTopics: [AviLease](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/taxonomy\/term\/467346) [Public Investment Fund (PIF)](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/taxonomy\/term\/55436) [Saudi aviation](https:\/\/www.arabnews.pk\/taxonomy\/term\/290736)\n\n#### 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The year witnessed an expansion in AviLease’s portfolio, reaching 202 owned and managed aircraft, leased to over 50 airline companies in more than 30 countries.\n\nThe total value of the company’s assets stabilized at \\$9.3 billion. AviLease maintained a 100 percent fleet utilization rate, reflecting the resilience of its business model, the efficiency of its asset management, and the strength of its strategic relationships with airlines around the world.\n\nAviLease concluded purchase agreements for aircraft from Airbus, including the A320neo family and A350F, and Boeing 737 aircraft, aiming to enhance its future asset portfolio with modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. This step will contribute to supporting future growth and meeting increasing customer demand for the latest aircraft, aligning with the Kingdom’s ambitions to become a leading global aviation hub.\n\nAviLease strengthened its prestigious credit standing by obtaining a strong Baa2 credit ratings from Moody’s and BBB from Fitch, reflecting its financial solidity, managerial discipline, and efficiency in managing leverage. The company also successfully issued senior unsecured bonds worth \\$850 million last November under Regulation 144A\/RegS. This issuance contributed to diversifying its funding sources and enhancing its financial flexibility.\n\nCommenting on the results, AviLease CEO Edward O’Byrne said: “This exceptional performance reflects the quality of the company’s investment portfolio, the strength of its partnerships with airlines, and its strategic focus on responsibly deploying capital into highly sought-after, efficient, modern aircraft assets.”\n\nHe added: “As aviation markets continue to grow, AviLease is strategically positioned to continue its expansion plans and deliver sustainable long-term value for shareholders, contributing to the Kingdom’s ambitions.”\n\nThroughout 2025, AviLease continued to play a pivotal role in the Kingdom’s growing aviation sector and contributed directly to the launch and scaling of the new national carrier, Riyadh Air, by completing a sale and leaseback transaction for a Boeing 787-9 aircraft, which thereby became the first aircraft to join the airline’s fleet.\n\nAviLease also established a strategic partnership with Hassana Investment Co. This partnership aims to provide an opportunity for local and international investors to enter the aircraft financing asset class and benefit from AviLease’s technical expertise and operational capabilities to support partnership growth and enhance performance.\n\nHassana Investment Co. has agreed to acquire an initial portfolio of 10 modern aircraft from AviLease.","meta_canonical":null,"ml_categories_json":"","ml_types_json":"","ml_intent_types_json":"","meta_language":"en","attrs_author":null,"attrs_publish_time":1518501881,"attrs_original_publish_time":1518501881,"attrs_is_republished":0,"attrs_nr_words":"1486","attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words":"455","body_ext_links_number":15,"body_int_links_number":50,"meta_nofollow":0,"meta_noarchive":0,"props_was_rendered":0,"src_redirect":"","download_time_msec":748,"download_ttfb_msec":718,"download_size":17956}

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Meta Description	SINGAPORE: Singapore, a city-state famed for the low-tax model that helped transform it from a gritty port town to an Asian Manhattan, is expected to put something unusual in this year’s government budget announcement: a tax hike.Nine of 10 economists polled by Reuters think authorities on Monday will unveil the first rise in the goods and services tax (GST) since 2007.
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Boilerpipe Text	RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund-backed AviLease achieved exceptional performance and sustainable business growth during 2025, supported by the strategic expansion of its global platform. According to its financial results for 2025, AviLease recorded total revenues of $664 million, an annual increase of 19 percent, driven by disciplined growth in its asset portfolio and strong performance in aircraft remarketing amid sustained global demand for modern, fuel-efficient aircraft, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Profit before tax doubled compared to the previous year, reaching $122 million. The year witnessed an expansion in AviLease’s portfolio, reaching 202 owned and managed aircraft, leased to over 50 airline companies in more than 30 countries. The total value of the company’s assets stabilized at $9.3 billion. AviLease maintained a 100 percent fleet utilization rate, reflecting the resilience of its business model, the efficiency of its asset management, and the strength of its strategic relationships with airlines around the world. AviLease concluded purchase agreements for aircraft from Airbus, including the A320neo family and A350F, and Boeing 737 aircraft, aiming to enhance its future asset portfolio with modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. This step will contribute to supporting future growth and meeting increasing customer demand for the latest aircraft, aligning with the Kingdom’s ambitions to become a leading global aviation hub. AviLease strengthened its prestigious credit standing by obtaining a strong Baa2 credit ratings from Moody’s and BBB from Fitch, reflecting its financial solidity, managerial discipline, and efficiency in managing leverage. The company also successfully issued senior unsecured bonds worth $850 million last November under Regulation 144A/RegS. This issuance contributed to diversifying its funding sources and enhancing its financial flexibility. Commenting on the results, AviLease CEO Edward O’Byrne said: “This exceptional performance reflects the quality of the company’s investment portfolio, the strength of its partnerships with airlines, and its strategic focus on responsibly deploying capital into highly sought-after, efficient, modern aircraft assets.” He added: “As aviation markets continue to grow, AviLease is strategically positioned to continue its expansion plans and deliver sustainable long-term value for shareholders, contributing to the Kingdom’s ambitions.” Throughout 2025, AviLease continued to play a pivotal role in the Kingdom’s growing aviation sector and contributed directly to the launch and scaling of the new national carrier, Riyadh Air, by completing a sale and leaseback transaction for a Boeing 787-9 aircraft, which thereby became the first aircraft to join the airline’s fleet. AviLease also established a strategic partnership with Hassana Investment Co. This partnership aims to provide an opportunity for local and international investors to enter the aircraft financing asset class and benefit from AviLease’s technical expertise and operational capabilities to support partnership growth and enhance performance. Hassana Investment Co. has agreed to acquire an initial portfolio of 10 modern aircraft from AviLease.
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(Reuters) Updated 13 February 2018 Reuters February 13, 2018 08:33 [Follow](https://twitter.com/intent/follow?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.arabnews.com%2F&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Ebuttonembed%7Ctwterm%5Efollow%7Ctwgr%5Earabnews&region=follow_link&screen_name=arabnews) ## Singapore poised for first sales tax hike in more than a decade ![](https://www.arabnews.pk/sites/default/files/styles/n_670_395/public/2018/02/13/1100591-1523513918.jpeg?itok=mprtjTUM) Updated 13 February 2018 Reuters February 13, 2018 08:33 SINGAPORE: Singapore, a city-state famed for the low-tax model that helped transform it from a gritty port town to an Asian Manhattan, is expected to put something unusual in this year’s government budget announcement: a tax hike. Nine of 10 economists polled by Reuters think authorities on Monday will unveil the first rise in the goods and services tax (GST) since 2007. Policymakers have flagged the need to increase revenue to meet future social spending needs of a rapidly aging population. Economists say Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat might also make tweaks to taxes on e-commerce retailers such as Amazon.com, wealth and sugar when he presents the budget, at 0730 GMT on Monday, for the year starting April 1. Any tax measures would come after Singapore in 2017 had its fastest economic growth in three years, estimated at 3.5 percent. “Strong economic growth is a good pull factor supporting the tax hike,” said Francis Tan, an economist for Singapore’s United Overseas Bank. He expects GST to be increased by 1 percentage point this year to 8 percent, followed by another 1 percentage point hike next year. Tan added that there’s an “urgent need” to shift more toward indirect taxes as the tax base for personal income tax could become smaller over the longer term given Singapore’s demographic challenge. While the rate for Singapore’s consumption tax is one of the world’s lowest, GST is still the government’s second largest source of tax revenue, behind corporate tax. Singapore introduced its GST in 1994, with a 3 percent rate. This was raised to 4 percent in 2003 and 5 percent in 2004, then to 7 percent in 2007. Some economists including HSBC’s Jingyang Chen, who expects a 2-percentage point hike to be announced on Monday, said a higher GST could be accompanied by measures to ease the burden for lower-income families, such as cash transfers and vouchers. Eight of the 10 economists polled expect the government to widen the net on e-commerce transactions subject to the GST. Currently, Singapore consumers pay 7 percent GST on their purchases from Singapore-based online retailers. In contrast, they pay no GST on goods purchased from overseas suppliers if the value of the imported goods is below S\$400 (\$302.40). Several economists also suggested there could additional taxes on wealth, such as an increase in annual property taxes, as well as higher rates on alcohol and tobacco products or even a new tax on sugar consumption. Michael Wan, an economist at Credit Suisse, estimates that a 2 percentage point increase to the GST would add around 0.6 percent of GDP to net government revenues annually, after taking into account possible offsetting measures to cushion the impact on lower income households. Economists estimate a 2-percentage point rise in GST could boost Singapore’s headline inflation rate by 1.0-1.5 percentage points and core inflation — the measure closely watched by policymakers — by even more. “If the MAS (Monetary Authority of Singapore) sees longer-term inflation risks after GST is implemented, then it would factor that into its policy decisions,” said HSBC’s Chen. 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According to its financial results for 2025, AviLease recorded total revenues of \$664 million, an annual increase of 19 percent, driven by disciplined growth in its asset portfolio and strong performance in aircraft remarketing amid sustained global demand for modern, fuel-efficient aircraft, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Profit before tax doubled compared to the previous year, reaching \$122 million. The year witnessed an expansion in AviLease’s portfolio, reaching 202 owned and managed aircraft, leased to over 50 airline companies in more than 30 countries. The total value of the company’s assets stabilized at \$9.3 billion. AviLease maintained a 100 percent fleet utilization rate, reflecting the resilience of its business model, the efficiency of its asset management, and the strength of its strategic relationships with airlines around the world. 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Commenting on the results, AviLease CEO Edward O’Byrne said: “This exceptional performance reflects the quality of the company’s investment portfolio, the strength of its partnerships with airlines, and its strategic focus on responsibly deploying capital into highly sought-after, efficient, modern aircraft assets.” He added: “As aviation markets continue to grow, AviLease is strategically positioned to continue its expansion plans and deliver sustainable long-term value for shareholders, contributing to the Kingdom’s ambitions.” Throughout 2025, AviLease continued to play a pivotal role in the Kingdom’s growing aviation sector and contributed directly to the launch and scaling of the new national carrier, Riyadh Air, by completing a sale and leaseback transaction for a Boeing 787-9 aircraft, which thereby became the first aircraft to join the airline’s fleet. AviLease also established a strategic partnership with Hassana Investment Co. 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Readable Markdown	RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund-backed AviLease achieved exceptional performance and sustainable business growth during 2025, supported by the strategic expansion of its global platform. According to its financial results for 2025, AviLease recorded total revenues of \$664 million, an annual increase of 19 percent, driven by disciplined growth in its asset portfolio and strong performance in aircraft remarketing amid sustained global demand for modern, fuel-efficient aircraft, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Profit before tax doubled compared to the previous year, reaching \$122 million. The year witnessed an expansion in AviLease’s portfolio, reaching 202 owned and managed aircraft, leased to over 50 airline companies in more than 30 countries. The total value of the company’s assets stabilized at \$9.3 billion. AviLease maintained a 100 percent fleet utilization rate, reflecting the resilience of its business model, the efficiency of its asset management, and the strength of its strategic relationships with airlines around the world. AviLease concluded purchase agreements for aircraft from Airbus, including the A320neo family and A350F, and Boeing 737 aircraft, aiming to enhance its future asset portfolio with modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. This step will contribute to supporting future growth and meeting increasing customer demand for the latest aircraft, aligning with the Kingdom’s ambitions to become a leading global aviation hub. AviLease strengthened its prestigious credit standing by obtaining a strong Baa2 credit ratings from Moody’s and BBB from Fitch, reflecting its financial solidity, managerial discipline, and efficiency in managing leverage. The company also successfully issued senior unsecured bonds worth \$850 million last November under Regulation 144A/RegS. This issuance contributed to diversifying its funding sources and enhancing its financial flexibility. Commenting on the results, AviLease CEO Edward O’Byrne said: “This exceptional performance reflects the quality of the company’s investment portfolio, the strength of its partnerships with airlines, and its strategic focus on responsibly deploying capital into highly sought-after, efficient, modern aircraft assets.” He added: “As aviation markets continue to grow, AviLease is strategically positioned to continue its expansion plans and deliver sustainable long-term value for shareholders, contributing to the Kingdom’s ambitions.” Throughout 2025, AviLease continued to play a pivotal role in the Kingdom’s growing aviation sector and contributed directly to the launch and scaling of the new national carrier, Riyadh Air, by completing a sale and leaseback transaction for a Boeing 787-9 aircraft, which thereby became the first aircraft to join the airline’s fleet. AviLease also established a strategic partnership with Hassana Investment Co. This partnership aims to provide an opportunity for local and international investors to enter the aircraft financing asset class and benefit from AviLease’s technical expertise and operational capabilities to support partnership growth and enhance performance. Hassana Investment Co. has agreed to acquire an initial portfolio of 10 modern aircraft from AviLease.
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