The executive briefing

As fiscal priorities evolve both locally and internationally, senior leaders must rethink strategy, risk exposure and long-term positioning across jurisdictions.

Secure your strategy for a year of global transition. Read below for the summary of our exclusive Executive Briefings on Singapore Budget 2026 and US Market Intelligence - an intensive two-part programme designed to decode the shifting fiscal landscapes in Singapore and the United States.

As the global environment grows more complex, the key question is no longer whether change is occurring, but whether your organisation is equipped to stay ahead of it.

Navigating Singapore Budget 2026 in a shifting global tax landscape

Following the 12 February Budget announcement, Gene Kwee, Partner, Head of Tax, shares his perspective on Singapore’s strategic transition, “Budget 2026 strikes a careful balance between short-term support and long-term positioning. In the face of the global tax landscape, Singapore is choosing to adapt rather than resist. We are pivoting from broad-based tax holidays to targeted, substance-based instruments like the Refundable Investment Credit (RIC) to ensure we remain competitive on value. The real test now lies in execution. Success depends on whether these new policies are sufficient to attract high-quality FDI and prioritise structural resilience over short-term populism."

To help companies navigate these shifts, we hosted an exclusive 2-part Executive Briefings on 3 March 2026.

The seminar is designed for senior leaders, offering insights into the changing fiscal environments in Singapore and the United States, and gives executives clarity on how to plan ahead in a year of transition.

For organisations seeking deeper advisory support beyond this session, explore our comprehensive tax services in Singapore. Our specialists provide integrated tax solutions that Singapore businesses rely on for compliance, structuring and strategic planning.

Seminar highlights

Morning session | The Singapore Budget 2026 

Our guest speaker, Homin Lee, Senior Macro Strategist at Lombard Odier and the Forvis Mazars in Singapore Tax team for a deep‑dive into the 12 February Budget announcement, featuring a sharp and practical technical breakdown of the latest fiscal measures. The session includes, 

• Fireside chat: Engage with invited C-suite leaders on productivity, accountability and strategic responses to the new landscape.
• Strategic foresight: Gain the clarity needed to plan confidently in this year of transition.

Designed for senior executives, this briefing delivers timely insights into Singapore’s evolving fiscal environment, equipping leaders with the clarity and foresight needed to plan confidently in a year of transition.

Our speakers: 

• Homin Lee, Senior Macro Strategist, Lombard Odier Group
• Chan Xue Pei, Partner, Tax, Forvis Mazars​
• Payal Verma, Senior Manager, Tax, Forvis Mazars
• Pjotr Prins, Senior Manager, Tax, Forvis Mazars
• Khor Wei Wei, Manager, Tax, Forvis Mazars

Our panellists: 

• Gene Kwee, Partner, Head of Tax, Forvis Mazars
• Homin Lee, Senior Macro Strategist, Lombard Odier Group
• Perry Lim, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board, Tri-Star Industries
• Aidan Khoo, Director, Management Consulting, Forvis Mazars (Moderator)

Afternoon session  | US Market Intelligence 

Experience an exclusive afternoon deep‑dive into the American business landscape, led by our visiting US experts. This session includes, 

• Emerging shifts: High-impact insights on business landscape, tariff developments and investment opportunities under the current administration.
• Global navigation: Strategic perspectives to help you position your organization for success in an increasingly complex trade environment.

This session is critical for firms with existing US footprints or those exploring expansion. Designed for senior leaders looking to stay ahead, this briefing equips you with strategic perspectives and practical guidance to navigate US‑related considerations confidently and position your organisation for success in an increasingly complex global environment.

Our speakers: 

• Michael Cornett, Managing Director, Washington National Tax Office, Forvis Mazars in the US
• Keith Giddens, Managing Partner of Tax Consulting, Forvis Mazars in the US
• Kirsty McMillan, Partner, Tax, Forvis Mazars

Key takeaways for 2026 and beyond

Participants will leave with more than a summary of policy updates. This programme equips leaders with practical direction and strategic foresight in an increasingly complex environment.

You can expect to gain:

• A clearer understanding of how Singapore Budget 2026 reshapes the fiscal landscape
• Insight into how global tax solutions Singapore businesses depend on are evolving
• Practical implications of US policy shifts and tariff developments
• Strategic considerations for cross-border structuring and investment
• Greater confidence in navigating global market trends and regulatory change

In a year defined by transition, preparation distinguishes proactive organisations from those that are merely reactive. 

Read the summary report below.