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From the rental rates in the CBD to the cost of supplies in a neighborhood Ang Mo Kio bakery, overheads are tight. But here is some good news that many bosses might overlook while busy managing the daily grind. If you are employing local staff aged 60 and above, the government is actually helping you pay their wages. … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS US retirees will receive a 2.8% Social Security increase in 2026, but higher Medicare costs will eat into it. Monthly healthcare deductions rise, even as prescription drug spending finally gets capped. Workers get higher retirement contribution limits — useful for Singaporeans with US income or assets. For Americans — including Singaporeans with US … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore woman shocked by a S$903.61 dental bill for a routine visit at Jurong Point. Dentist allegedly assumed insurance was unlimited, resulting in disputed charges. Case has been reported to authorities, with clinic now conducting an internal review. A simple dental appointment turned stressful for a Singaporean woman after she was quoted a … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Over 950,000 HDB households will receive U-Save and S&CC rebates in January 2026. Eligible families can get up to S$190 for utilities plus S&CC rebates, depending on flat type. Total support can reach up to S$760 in U-Save and 3½ months of S&CC rebates for FY2025–2026. Utility bills and town council charges add … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore workers will see higher CPF, pay bumps, and more leave starting 2026 Parents, mid-career switchers, youths, and older workers all benefit Overall impact: more take-home support, better job security, and long-term savings If you’re working in Singapore, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most worker-friendly years in recent memory. … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS CDC Vouchers, SG60 Vouchers and LifeSG Credits continue rolling out across 2026 to help Singaporeans cope with daily expenses. Used properly, these schemes can significantly ease groceries, meals and child-related costs — especially for freelancers and SEPs. Smart planning can free up real cash flow, even with rising prices and CPF changes. For … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Meta is buying Singapore-based AI startup Manus to strengthen its AI agent push. Manus already generates strong revenue, giving Meta faster commercial returns. The deal puts Singapore firmly on the global AI map as Big Tech shops here. Meta acquisition Manus news: The social media giant Meta Platforms has agreed to acquire Manus, … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Gold and silver rebounded slightly after one of their sharpest sell-offs in years. Silver’s volatility stunned markets, swinging over 11% in a single day. Longer-term bullish targets remain intact despite near-term turbulence. If you thought precious metals only go up, Dec 29 was a sharp reality check. Gold and silver both suffered sudden, … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS SNEF wants more flexible foreign manpower rules and stronger AI support in Budget 2026 SMEs face hiring freezes, rising costs, and uncertainty despite GDP growth Proposals focus on cost relief, senior workers, and practical AI adoption That’s the message from the Singapore National Employers Federation (SNEF), which has submitted seven key recommendations for … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Sembcorp closes a major India solar deal earlier than planned 300 MW operational asset adds immediate clean energy capacity S$246m deal funded without equity raise; shares stay flat at S$6.00 On Boxing Day, Sembcorp Industries confirmed it has completed a S$246 million solar acquisition in India — well ahead of its original timeline. … Read more
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