Singapore beats forecast with 5.7% GDP growth in Q2, early data shows

EconomyDownside risks remain from Middle East conflict despite AI boomPeople ride bikes near the central business district in Singapore. © ReutersKENTARO TAKEDAJuly 14, 2026 09:11 JSTSINGAPORE -- Singapore's economy grew 5.7% in the April-June period compared to a year earlier, preliminary data showed on Tuesday, slowing from a 6.3% expansion in the first quarter.