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Electronic export surges 131.8% as AI-related data centre investment remains high
Electronic export surges 131.8% as AI-related data centre investment remains high
The growth is cushioning Singapore from the impact of Middle East tensions and trade tariffs.
AI boom lifts 2027 growth outlook to 4%
The MTI substantially raised its own 2026 growth forecast to a range of 4.5% to 5.5%.
Inflation pressures build despite softer June core CPI
Economists flag electricity tariffs, oil prices, and El Niño as key risks in H2.
Analysts split on Singapore's AI-led growth outlook
Strong semiconductor demand lifted growth above the government's full-year forecast pace.
US$100 Brent oil risks stalling SG industrial production at 0%
Escalating tensions between Israel and Iran compound downside risks for the manufacturing sector.
AI semiconductor boom shields SG from 7.8% pharma export crash
Volatile pharmaceutical batches saw a massive reversal in December.
What is the potential impact of Trump 2.0?
Singapore faces the steepest challenges due to its highly open economy.
Economists optimistic about NODX rebound despite August contraction
NODX fell 4.7% MoM in August.
CIX names new CEO and chair board to lead next phase of growth
Choo and O'Neill will assume roles on 21 October and 1 November, respectively.
Manufacturing and trade sectors set to drive economic growth in 2H24
Experts predict a boost for manufacturing from global tech recovery.
Lower-than-expected labour stats offset inflation risks
The core inflation forecast remains at 3.3%.
Prolonged shipping disruptions raise inflation risk: Nomura
Year to date, freight costs have already risen by 97% YoY.
Economists forecast upward revision in GDP estimates
Nomura expects MTI to raise its full-year forecast to 2%-3% from 1%-3%.
Singapore’s labour market to remain tight: experts
Half of companies still looking to hire more employees.
Earnings up in Singapore, but fewer companies raising wages
Only two in 10 companies plan to increase salaries.
Experts caution on 2Q24 GDP growth after April manufacturing drop
Manufacturing output fell by 1.6% YoY in April.
Export decline not tied to global demand, says expert
Non-oil domestic exports fell 20.7% YoY in March.
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