DBS economists Radhika Rao and Mo Ji have forecasted Singapore’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the second quarter of 2026 to grow by 5.8% year-on-year and 1.5% quarter-on-quarter seasonally adjusted. Although slightly below the first quarter figures, this indicates a continued steady economic growth.
This economic resilience in Singapore may have indirect effects on the gold market. When economies show strength, investors often feel more secure diversifying their portfolios, which sometimes includes investments in gold as a safe haven.
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