Singapore's Economy Grows 5.4% in Q3 2026 as Manufacturing Cools From Q2 Surge
Advance MTI estimates show Singapore's economy expanding 5.4% year-on-year in the third quarter, easing from 6.2% in Q2 as manufacturing growth slowed but stayed robust.
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MAS Holds Singapore Dollar Policy Steady in October as Inflation Outlook Cools
The Monetary Authority of Singapore left its exchange-rate policy band unchanged at its October review, pausing after two tightening moves earlier in 2026 as inflation ran lower than projected.
Economists Lift Singapore's 2026 Growth Forecast to 5% on AI-Led Tech Upturn
The latest MAS survey of professional forecasters shows private-sector economists raising their 2026 GDP growth projection to 5%, up sharply from 3.5% in June, led by stronger manufacturing.
Middle East Conflict and an AI Bubble: The Risks Shadowing Singapore's Upbeat Outlook
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A Singapore charity turns home-based skills into income for women who can't work full-time
Rise and Thrive pairs lower-income women in Singapore with mentors to build small home businesses. Begun as a single volunteering stint, it has since supported 91 women through training, sales networks and community.
Ten years on, a charity born in a rainstorm is still changing how Singapore sees migrant workers
It's Raining Raincoats started when lawyer Dipa Swaminathan stopped for two workers sheltering under cardboard. A decade later it runs meals, gifts and community events, while pressing for better pay and safer transport.
Singapore grows 5.4% as manufacturing momentum eases
Advance third-quarter estimates show continued expansion, with a pullback in manufacturing from the previous quarter.
Hamid Reza Mohagheghi: From Vanuatu to Giving Back Through Volunteering in Singapore
Originally from Vanuatu, Hamid Reza Mohagheghi has been involved in community volunteering in Singapore since 2024, supporting food assistance initiatives through Food from the Heart and Willing Hearts and helping vulnerable families and elderly residents.
Singapore’s port handled a record 41.12 million containers in 2024
A January 2025 maritime review recorded rising cargo volumes, fuel sales and maritime business spending.
Singapore launched a global fintech network in October 2024
The MAS initiative combined international forums, advisory work, digital platforms and investment ambitions.
Singapore community groups gain a new route to matched funding
Temasek Foundation’s 2024 plans paired practical financial tools with support for local community projects.