Overview
Statistics of Foreign Affiliates in Singapore, also known as inward Foreign Affiliates Statistics (or inward FATS), are compiled using data collected through enterprise surveys as well as administrative data. Foreign affiliates in Singapore refer to enterprises operating in Singapore with more than 50% equity owned by a single foreign investor.
Inward FATS provide an overview of the activities of foreign affiliates in Singapore through a range of indicators such as value added, number of enterprises, employment, exports and imports of goods and services.
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Our Data Explained
DOS compiles statistics of foreign affiliates in Singapore also known as inward foreign affiliate statistics (inward FATS). A foreign affiliate refers to an enterprise where a single foreign investor has majority ownership (more than 50% ownership of the enterprise).
Inward FATS provide an overview of the activities of foreign affiliates in Singapore through a range of indicators such as value added, number of enterprises, employment, exports and imports of goods and services.
Technical Notes
For more information on Singapore’s Foreign Affiliates, you may refer to the Technical Notes document.
Glossary
Enterprise
Refers to an incorporated or registered entity (such as company, sole-proprietorship, partnership, association, or society, etc.).
Foreign Affiliates
Refers to enterprises with more than 50% equity owned by a single foreign investor.