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Singapore’s non-oil domestic exports (NODX) jumped 24.5% in April 2026 compared to the same period last year, significantly outperforming economists’ expectations of 10.9% growth. The latest data released by Enterprise Singapore on Monday highlights the city-state’s continued export momentum, fueled largely by rising global demand for electronics linked to artificial intelligence technologies.
The strong April performance marks a sharp acceleration from the revised 15.3% year-on-year increase recorded in March. On a monthly basis, Singapore exports also climbed 11%, reflecting sustained demand across key international markets.
The electronics sector played a major role in driving export growth. Products such as integrated circuits, disk media products, and personal computers posted substantial gains as businesses worldwide continued investing in AI infrastructure and advanced computing solutions. The surge in semiconductor-related exports underscores Singapore’s strategic position within the global technology supply chain.
Analysts say growing adoption of artificial intelligence applications has boosted demand for high-performance computing components, benefiting export-oriented economies like Singapore. The country’s electronics manufacturing industry remains a critical contributor to overall trade performance and economic resilience.
Beyond electronics, Singapore’s export growth signals improving external demand conditions despite ongoing uncertainties in the global economy. Strong trade figures may also support optimism surrounding the nation’s economic outlook for the remainder of 2026.
The latest NODX results demonstrate Singapore’s ability to capitalize on expanding AI-related opportunities while maintaining competitiveness in global technology markets. As demand for semiconductors and computing hardware continues rising, the country could see further support for exports in the coming months.
