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KEY HIGHLIGHTS Every Singapore household gets S$300 CDC Vouchers in January 2026. S$150 is locked for hawkers and heartland merchants only, not supermarkets. Used well, it can cover 30–40 hawker meals and cut daily cash spending. Hawker food costs more than it did a year ago, groceries add up faster, and even small daily expenses … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS All Singapore households receive S$150 supermarket vouchers in 2026 to offset grocery costs. Vouchers can be used at major supermarkets and stacked with promotions for bigger savings. For most families, this cuts essential grocery spending by hundreds of dollars a year. Grocery bills in Singapore haven’t been getting any cheaper. Eggs, rice, cooking … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS PSG Grant continues into 2026 with funding support for SME digitalisation in Singapore Up to 50% funding, including GenAI, automation, and productivity tools Maximum support capped at S$30,000 per company Running a small business in Singapore isn’t getting cheaper. Rent, manpower, software subscriptions — everything adds up fast. That’s why the PSG Grant … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Buying property in Singapore in 2026 comes with stricter rules, higher costs, but clearer opportunities. First-time buyers can still benefit from grants, CPF usage, and stable long-term appreciation. Plan at least 10% of property value for renovation and buffer costs to avoid overspending. Thinking of buying property in Singapore this year? You’re not … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore CHAS 2026 continues to subsidise GP and dental care amid rising healthcare costs Lower- and middle-income households can save hundreds to thousands yearly on outpatient bills One of the highest-value government healthcare subsidies in Singapore — no premiums needed Medical bills in Singapore are quietly going up. GP visits, chronic condition follow-ups, … Read more
As we step into 2026, investors in Singapore are reflecting on the turbulent yet enlightening year of 2025. Global markets were shaped by sticky inflation, fluctuating interest rates, geopolitical tensions, and rapid advancements in AI and green technology. Amid all this noise, one clear lesson emerged for both retail and institutional investors: For Singapore, a … Read more
Singapore cash payout 2026, S$1200 payout Singapore, Assurance Package 2026, cost of living support Singapore, GST offset cash payout Cash support is back on the table for 2026, and for many Singaporeans, this matters more than ever. With GST now at 9% and daily expenses still creeping up, the Government has confirmed enhanced cash payouts of up to S$1,200 for eligible … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS CPF Retirement Sums in 2026 will determine how much you can withdraw and your monthly CPF LIFE payouts. Choosing between BRS, FRS or ERS can change your lifelong income by hundreds of dollars a month. For most Singaporeans, hitting at least FRS in 2026 is the safe baseline for retirement stability. Turning 55 … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Buying a home in Singapore in 2026 costs far more than the listed price. Stamp duties, CPF interest, loans, and renovation can add 20%–35% extra. Realistic first-year home costs range from S$500,000 to over S$3 million. Here’s the honest truth most buyers only realise too late: the property price you see on listings … Read more
Most Singaporeans get stuck on this question: should you top up CPF or put more money into stocks? Honestly speaking, the “secret formula” isn’t some fancy trick. It’s about using CPF for what it does best — and letting stocks do the heavy lifting where CPF cannot. Why CPF Is Still a Solid Foundation CPF … Read more