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A financial services group based in Malaysia
Mixed views on MAS policy for 1H25 as Singapore faces inflation and growth risks
Mixed views on MAS policy for 1H25 as Singapore faces inflation and growth risks
In Q3, the economy grew faster at 4.1% YoY.
Economists revise full-year IP growth forecast to 1.5% on August surge
The previous forecast was 1.0%
3 drivers likely to push price pressures higher in Q4
Experts said core inflation will stay above 2.5%.
GST rate hikes: How have they influenced spending habits?
In January, the government raised GST to 9%.
Experts split on October policy move following core inflation increase
MAS core inflation expanded to 2.7% YoY in August.
Economists optimistic about NODX rebound despite August contraction
NODX fell 4.7% MoM in August.
MAS enforces 5-year prohibition on ex-RHB rep for market misconduct
The prohibition order took effect on 3 September.
Manufacturing growth expected to pick up in Q4 2024, led by electronics
In July, output grew by 1.8% YoY.
Economists mixed on MAS's next move amid stable July inflation
Inflation was unchanged at 2.5% YoY.
Manufacturing and trade sectors set to drive economic growth in 2H24
Experts predict a boost for manufacturing from global tech recovery.
Economist lowers Q2 2024 GDP growth forecast to 2.6% YoY
The forecast is lower than the government’s advance estimate of a 2.9% YoY growth.
Analysts see H2 rebound for non-oil domestic exports
Sector to benefit from a more favourable global backdrop.
Economists forecast upward revision in GDP estimates
Nomura expects MTI to raise its full-year forecast to 2%-3% from 1%-3%.
Analysts keep a bright outlook for retail
RHB sees retail sales rising 2% YoY in 2024.
Base effects, AI to help fuel recovery of Singapore’s manufacturing sector: RHB
The sector is weighed down by external headwinds and high interest rates.
Inflation to remain sticky in the second half: RHB
The MAS is expected to keep its current monetary policy parameters unchanged.
Meaningful H2 recovery underway for Singapore’s NODX: experts
NODX fell 0.1% YoY in May.
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