Singapore August 2025 Retail Sales Data: Positive Signals Emerge

On September 5, 2025, Singapore’s Department of Statistics released the seasonally adjusted retail sales month-on-month data for August. The actual figure was 4.10%, with no forecast provided; the previous reading was also 4.10%.Definition: Retail sales measure the total value of goods sold by stores primarily engaged in retail operations within a month, recorded in cash or on credit, and exclude service sector fees. Market impact: If the actual figure exceeds market expectations, it is considered bullish for the Singapore dollar.This data is assigned an importance level of 1. The statistical method involves analyzing monthly changes within the retail sales sector. The data is released monthly, with the next publication scheduled for November 5, 2025.

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