Singapore’s economy expanded 4.6% in Q1 2026, missing expectations and slipping into a slight quarterly contraction. Manufacturing led the pullback while services lost momentum, even as construction held up. With energy prices rising amid global tensions, the central bank has tightened policy for the first time since 2022 to contain inflation, signaling a more cautious outlook ahead. Barnabas Gan, Group Chief Economist & Head, Market Research, RHB Bank shares how optimistic he is for the coming quarters.

Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Singapore&rsquo;s economy expanded 4.6% in Q1 2026, missing expectations and slipping into a slight quarterly contraction. Manufacturing led the pullback while services lost momentum, even as construction held up. With energy prices rising amid global tensions, the central bank has tightened policy for the first time since 2022 to contain inflation, signaling a more cautious outlook ahead. Barnabas Gan, Group Chief Economist &amp; Head, Market Research, RHB Bank shares how optimistic he is for the coming quarters.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

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Bigger Pic: Singapore growth slows as global risks and inflation pressures build

On this episode, we unpack two viral conversations that got Singapore talking this week.

First, why do we love queuing so much? From viral food launches to limited-edition drops, we explore why people here are willing to wait hours for certain experiences and whether queuing has become part of Singapore culture itself.

Plus, would you ever sell everything you own to travel the world? As more people rethink what happiness and success look like, we dive into the growing appeal of walking away from stability in search of freedom, adventure, and a completely different way of life.

STOMP'S Maureen Ow also known as famous food blogger Miss Tam Chiak joins the conversation.

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On this episode, we unpack two viral conversations that got Singapore talking this week.
First, why do we love queuing so much? From viral food launches to limited-edition drops, we explore why people here are willing to wait hours for certain experiences and whether queuing has become part of Singapore culture itself.
Plus, would you ever sell everything you own to travel the world? As more people rethink what happiness and success look like, we dive into the growing appeal of walking away from stability in search of freedom, adventure, and a completely different way of life.
STOMP'S Maureen Ow also known as famous food blogger Miss Tam Chiak joins the conversation.
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Miss Tam Chiak | Singapore Unfiltered: Would you sell everything to see the world?

Arsenal finally ended their 22-year wait for title glory - as Manchester City's draw at Bournemouth meant the Gunners were crowned 2025/26 Premier League Champions. We hear from a Gooner to soak up the North London euphoria, and wonder if Arteta's team could now secure an historic double?

Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let's Talk Singapore | Weekdays 6-10am

Arsenal finally ended their 22-year wait for title glory - as Manchester City's draw at Bournemouth meant the Gunners were crowned 2025/26 Premier League Champions. We hear from a Gooner to soak up the North London euphoria, and wonder if Arteta's team could now secure an historic double?
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The Final Score: Arsenal are Premier League Champions!

Spot a long queue in Singapore and suddenly everyone wants in. Doesn’t matter if it’s bubble tea, watches, sneakers or free gifts somehow, the line itself becomes part of the attraction. So why are Singaporeans so obsessed with queueing? Is it kiasuism, FOMO, clever marketing… or have queues quietly become part of our national identity?

Benjamin “Mr Miyagi” Lee, Playwright, Comedy Writer & Associate Director at APRW, joins the show to unpack Singapore’s uniquely recognisable queue culture and why seeing a crowd somehow makes us want to join it too.

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Spot a long queue in Singapore and suddenly everyone wants in. Doesn&rsquo;t matter if it&rsquo;s bubble tea, watches, sneakers or free gifts somehow, the line itself becomes part of the attraction. So why are Singaporeans so obsessed with queueing? Is it kiasuism, FOMO, clever marketing&hellip; or have queues quietly become part of our national identity?
Benjamin &ldquo;Mr Miyagi&rdquo; Lee, Playwright, Comedy Writer &amp; Associate Director at APRW, joins the show to unpack Singapore&rsquo;s uniquely recognisable queue culture and why seeing a crowd somehow makes us want to join it too.
Join Neil Humphreys &amp; Audrey Siek - LIVE every Monday, Wednesday &amp; Friday at 7.20am for Talk of the Town!

Bigger Pic: Singapore growth slows as global risks and inflation pressures build

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