Singapore's economy expanded 5.7% in the second quarter of 2026, marking a notable deceleration from the 6.3% growth recorded in the first quarter. The slowdown, announced by the Ministry of Trade and Industry, reflects a tempering of the AI-driven manufacturing boom by global geopolitical friction and sectoral softening.

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