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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
Considering the holiday season, it may come as no surprise that the government has decided to give a financial gift that will help relieve families of the burden created by the rising costs just at the time when such relief is most needed. By the end of 2025, millions of Singaporean citizens are receiving cash … Read more
As Singapore celebrates its 60th independence anniversary, in relief for the populace, the SG60 Package does something good. This special program, announced in Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s Budget 2025, shares the prosperity of the nation and eases the ever-increasing cost of living. Covering almost every Singaporean with Digital Vouchers for daily essentials, tax rebates, and … Read more
Looking at living cost in 2026, Prime Minister Keir Starmer showed government commitment. Among the most important measures are freezing of rail fares, prescription charges in England, and fuel duty. All these measures help to avoid sharp increases in essential expenses of travelling, health, and motoring. Benefit Upratings A Welcome Boost In April 2026, there … 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 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
As the cost of living continues to rise globally, Singapore remains committed to supporting its citizens through targeted financial assistance. Heading into 2026, the Singapore Government’s Assurance Package (AP) continues to play a crucial role in easing daily expenses especially for lower- and middle-income households. One of the most talked-about benefits under this package is … Read more
Just imagine, you are looking at your bank account or voucher app and there are extra funds that appear just in time for daily expenses, utilities, or even a tiny party. In 2025, this government support came as a nice surprise for millions of Singaporeans. Budget 2025 and the current Assurance Package, which were the … Read more
When the clock strikes midnight on January 1, 2026, Singaporean families will not have to wait anymore because they will already be receiving the Community Development Council (CDC) Vouchers and thus will hardly notice the new year. The vouchers come as a readily available support to the Singapore population struggling with high living costs. The … 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
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