SINGAPORE, Oct 30 — Singapore’s labour market continued to expand in the third quarter (3Q) of 2026, with total employment growth rising to 27,700 from 11,400 in the previous quarter (2Q), according to preliminary data released by the Manpower Ministry (MOM).

In a statement, MOM said employment among both residents and non-residents continued to grow significantly in 3Q compared with the previous quarter.

“Resident employment growth continued to be mainly supported by essential and public services, while growth in outward-oriented sectors remained subdued amid global economic uncertainty.

“Non-resident employment growth continued to account for the majority of employment growth, mainly in sectors such as construction and manufacturing,” it said on tomorrow.