Singapore on August 13 upgraded its economic growth forecast for this year after beating expectations in the second quarter and on optimism that the manufacturing sector will gradually recover.
Hanoi (VNA) - Singapore on August 13 upgraded its economic growth forecast for this year after beating expectations in the second quarter and on optimism that the manufacturing sector will gradually recover.
The trade ministry said it sees the economy growing 2-3% this year, compared with a previous projection of 1-3%. It grew 1.1% last year and 3.8% in 2022.
Singapore’s economic performance is often seen as a barometer of the global environment because of its reliance on international trade.
It grew 2.9% on-year in April-June, better than the 2.7% estimated and following the 3% expansion seen in the previous three months.
Among the key export markets, the ministry said demand from the US was seen easing gradually on slowing consumption, while China's economy is forecast to expand at a slightly slower pace in the second half.
However, growth in the eurozone was forecast to improve, while key Southeast Asian economies are tipped to pick up slightly.
On balance, Singapore's external demand outlook is expected to be resilient for the rest of the year, the ministry said.
It also noted possible headwinds including the potential intensification of geopolitical and trade conflicts and tighter financial conditions that could trigger market volatility or latent vulnerabilities in banking and financial systems.
Manufacturing, a key economic pillar, contracted 1% on-year in the second quarter, hit by weak output in pharmaceuticals.
ꦗ However, that was narrower than the 1.7% shrinkage in the first quarter./.
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