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Germany Doubles 2026 Growth Outlook as Manufacturing Rallies

Germany more than doubled its growth forecast for this year after a stronger-than-expected first half, as robust exports and a surge in government spending outweighed weak consumer activity.

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Singapore banks lead STI to fall 3.5% on Thursday

Across the broader market, gainers trail losers 163 to 438, with 1.7 billion securities worth S$4.2 billion changing hands

  • Singapore's STI fell 3.5% on Thursday, October 8
  • Banking sector losses led the decline, with UOB down 5.2%
  • Market correction seen as retracing recent rally, not fundamental downside

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