Singapore growth forecasts slashed as virus hits key sectors

Contraction expected as economists see more support measures

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Singapore retailers have been badly hit by the fall in visitor arrivals, and many have already shortened operating hours and reduced staffing levels to cut expenses. © Getty Images

SINGAPORE (Nikkei Markets) -- Singapore's economy is expected to shrink by 0.8% in the first quarter as the global spread of COVID-19 disrupts manufacturing supply chains and empties the city-state's hotels and restaurants.

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