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Singapore's September core inflation unexpectedly slowed to 2% year-on-year from 2.2%, below the 2.3% analyst forecast, while headline inflation came in at 2.2%, below the expected 2.4%.
Jin1010/23, 12:12 PM
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Which way this story pushes each asset. An inference from the story, not a measured move.
USD
Would push up
WeeksMedium confidence
Softer Singapore inflation reduces case for MAS tightening, which could support USD against SGD
What could change this
If inflation rebounds in coming months, pressure for a tighter MAS stance could resume.
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