gross domestic product (GDP) growth

Singapore economy

2019 GDP growth to ease to 'slightly above midpoint' of 1.3-3.5% forecast: MAS

SINGAPORE (Apr 26): MAS expects GDP growth to come in slightly above the mid-point of 1.3-3.5% forecast range in 2019, as growth momentum of the global economy has moderated at the turn of the year amid sluggish trade.

Singapore economy

GDP more meaningful when paired with other indicators like Happiness Index: Credit Suisse

SINGAPORE (June 4): Rather than ignoring GDP growth or obsessing over it, it is much more meaningful to supplement it with other indicators that will provide a better overall picture and greater insight for policymakers, says a Credit Suisse report.

Global Economy

Asian consumption on upward trend despite weak G7 growth in 2018: Oxford Economics

SINGAPORE (May 25): Relatively weak consumption growth is likely to persist across G7 nations this year, says Oxford Economics on the belief that the impact of a recovery in real incomes will be dampened by higher oil prices and waning wealth effects go

Singapore economy

Solid Singapore growth lays ground for possible tax, MAS moves

SINGAPORE (Jan 2): Singapore’s economy finished 2017 on a solid footing, allowing more room for policy makers as they consider raising taxes and tightening monetary policy this year.

Singapore economy

Singapore economy forecast to grow by 3.3% for 2017: MAS survey

SINGAPORE (Dec 13): Singapore’s economy grew stronger than expected in 3Q17, according to latest data from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
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