Business Update

Singapore Work Permit New Rule 2026: Singapore to End Foreign Performing Artiste Work Permit in 2026

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Singapore Work Permit New Rule

KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore will stop new Work Permit (Performing Artiste) applications from 1 June 2026. MOM found widespread misuse involving syndicates and non-operating nightlife outlets. Existing permit holders can stay until expiry, but businesses must plan alternatives. If you’ve ever chatted with an uncle at a Kopitiam about how nightlife rules keep changing, here’s another … Read more

Singapore Budget 2026: PM Wong’s Statement Date Confirmed

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Singapore Budget 2026

KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore’s Budget 2026 will be delivered by PM Lawrence Wong on 12 February 2026. The speech will be broadcast live on TV, radio, and the official Singapore Budget website. Public feedback is open now, with both online and physical sessions planned before Budget Day. Mark the date first. 12 February 2026. That’s when … Read more

Keppel REIT Launches S$886m Offer for MBFC Tower 3 Stake, What Singapore investors should know.

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Keppel REIT

KEY HIGHLIGHTS Keppel REIT raises S$886.3m via preferential offering to fund MBFC Tower 3 buy. Unitholders get new units at a discount of 96 cents per unit. Deal lifts Keppel REIT’s stake in MBFC Tower 3 to two-thirds. Keppel REIT confirmed it is launching a S$886.3 million preferential offering to fund a major acquisition at … Read more

MOM Senior Worker Grant: MOM Extends Part-Time Re-employment Grant to 2027 Singapore

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MOM Senior Worker Grant

KEY HIGHLIGHTS MOM extends the Part-Time Re-employment Grant until 31 Dec 2027. Employers get S$2,500 per senior worker aged 60 and above. Grant supports flexible work and part-time roles for older workers. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has confirmed it is extending the Part-Time Re-employment Grant (PTRG) by another two years, all the way until … Read more

IRS Confirms $2,000 Direct Deposit for All Payment will be started from 1st January

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IRS Confirms $2,000 Direct Deposit

As 2026 begins, online discussions about a possible $2000 IRS direct deposit starting January 1 have surged across social media platforms, YouTube channels, and financial forums. With household budgets still under strain from high rent, rising food prices, and utility costs, many Americans are hoping for another round of federal relief similar to the stimulus … Read more

Singapore households spent nearly S$4 billion in CDC and SG60 vouchers. How to claim S$300 before 2026.

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Claim S$300 before 2026

KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore households spent nearly S$4 billion in CDC and SG60 vouchers over four years. More than 97.7% claim rate shows strong take-up, mainly for daily food and essentials. Every household can now claim S$300 in CDC vouchers, valid until 31 Dec 2026. Nearly S$4 billion. That’s how much Singapore households have spent using … Read more

Singapore Home Loan Rates: Will They Fall Further in 2026?

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Singapore Home Loan Rates

KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore home loan rates are at their lowest levels since 2022. Further rate cuts in 2026 are possible, but likely to be small. Many homeowners are refinancing or switching from HDB to bank loans to save thousands. Mortgage rates in Singapore have quietly slid to three-year lows, and homeowners are finally feeling some … Read more

Singapore’s economy grew 4.8% in 2025. PM Wong warns growth will be harder to sustain as Budget 2026

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Singapore’s economy grew 4.8%

KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore’s economy expanded by 4.8% in 2025, beating earlier expectations Growth was driven by AI-related demand, resilient global trade, and delayed US tariffs Government signals major policy refresh, with key changes expected at Budget 2026 Singapore ended 2025 on a stronger note than most expected, with the economy growing by 4.8%. That’s a … Read more

Centrelink, Medicare, ATO and super changes start January 1, 2026

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Australia January 2026 changes

KEY HIGHLIGHTS Major money changes hit ATO, Centrelink, Medicare and super from 1 January 2026 Cheaper medicines, higher Centrelink payments and tighter tax compliance ahead Some Aussies gain instantly, others need to prepare now to avoid surprises A stack of quiet but powerful money changes kick in on the same day — affecting Centrelink payments, … Read more

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