Singapore's labour market expands for 19th straight quarter in Q2 2026

Singapore's total employment rose by 10,700 in Q2 2026, marking the 19th straight quarter of growth.

The overall unemployment rate remained at 2.0% in Q2 2026, low and stable.

Retrenchments increased in Q2 2026, but the labour market continued to expand.

The data comes from the Ministry of Manpower (MOM).