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Singapore Maintains Growth Forecast Amid Global Uncertainty

5/22/2025

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Singapore's government holds steady on its 2025 growth forecast of 0-2%, buoyed by a glimmer of hope in external demand due to tariff truces. Yet, the shadow of global economic uncertainty looms, threatening a potential recession. In contrast, Hong Kong stocks surged, fueled by optimism over China's economic strength amid trade tensions, with analysts eyeing modest growth for both regions.

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Singapore's government holds steady on its 2025 growth forecast of 0-2%, buoyed by a glimmer of hope in external demand due to tariff truces. Yet, the shadow of global economic uncertainty looms, threatening a potential recession. In contrast, Hong Kong stocks surged, fueled by optimism over China's economic strength amid trade tensions, with analysts eyeing modest growth for both regions.