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Economist, Centennial Asia Advisors

Jason Tan

Economist

Centennial Asia Advisors

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<strong>Some moderation in the economy</strong>: Advance estimates showed Singapore’s GDP moderating to 3.8% y/y in 2Q18 from 4.3% in 1Q18. Despite the slight deceleration, this growth figure represents still-decent growth powered by a buoyant manufacturing sector.</li>
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<strong>Manufacturing continues to lead the way</strong>: The manufacturing sector extended its robust run with growth of 8.6% y/y in 2Q18, down from 9.7% in 1Q18. All clusters expanded during the quarter, with the electronics and biomedical manufacturing clusters…</li>
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Some moderation in the economy: Advance estimates showed Singapore’s GDP moderating to 3.8% y/y in 2Q18 from 4.3% in 1Q18. Despite the slight deceleration, this growth figure represents still-decent growth powered by a buoyant manufacturing sector.

Manufacturing continues to lead the way: The manufacturing sector extended its robust run with growth of 8.6% y/y in 2Q18, down from 9.7% in 1Q18. All clusters expanded during the quarter, with the electronics and biomedical manufacturing clusters…


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