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Singapore manufacturing growth moderates to 3.4% in September
Singapore's factory output expansion slowed in September as pharmaceutical production declined, though precision engineering remained a bright spot. The manufacturing sector's growth rate eased from the previous month's pace, signalling a potential moderation in industrial activity.
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Singapore's manufacturing output grew by 3.4% in September, marking a deceleration from earlier in the year as headwinds in the pharmaceutical sector weighed on overall production figures.
The pharmaceutical cluster, a key pillar of the city-state's manufacturing base, contracted during the month, offsetting gains elsewhere in the industrial economy. This pullback underscores the sector's vulnerability to global supply chain dynamics and international demand fluctuations.
Precision engineering emerged as the standout performer, recording the largest growth contribution among manufacturing clusters in September. The segment's robust performance reflects continued strength in demand for high-specification industrial components and equipment used in regional and global supply chains.
The moderation in overall manufacturing growth reflects broader economic headwinds affecting Singapore's industrial sector. Manufacturers continue to navigate volatile global conditions, rising input costs, and uncertain international demand as the year progresses.