SINGAPORE: Singapore's economy expanded by 4.4 per cent in 2024, up from an earlier 4.0 per cent advance estimate, according to the Trade and Industry Ministry (MTI) today.
Singapore’s GDP expands by 4.4% in 2024, fastest growth since 2021
Singapore's GDP expanded by 4.4% in 2024, marking its fastest growth since 2021, government data showed Friday. The economy had expanded by 1.8% in 2023.
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