Singapore's core inflation rate falls below expectations, reaching new four-year lows.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 23 2025
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Source: CNBC
Core Inflation Trends: Singapore's core inflation rose by 0.3% in August, the lowest since February 2021, driven by easing service costs, and was below the expected 0.5%.
Economic Growth Forecasts: The Monetary Authority of Singapore maintained its inflation forecast for 2025 at 0.5%-1.5%, while the Ministry of Trade and Industry revised full-year GDP growth expectations down to 1.5%-2.5% from 4.4% in 2024.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
