The Singapore government has introduced the CDC (Community Development Council) Vouchers Scheme 2025 under the Assurance Package, offering eligible households financial support to help with rising living costs. These vouchers can be used for daily essentials like groceries, meals at hawker centres, and shopping at participating supermarkets and heartland merchants. However, there is confusion … Read more
Singapore continues to be one of Asia’s strongest financial hubs, not only for banking and investment opportunities but also for its reliable dividend-paying companies. In 2025, some of the country’s largest corporations including DBS, Singapore Airlines (SIA), OCBC, UOB, and the Singapore Exchange (SGX) are delivering attractive dividend yields to reward shareholders and encourage sustained investor … Read more
In response to the rising cost of living, the Singapore Ministry of Finance (MOF) has announced a new wave of financial support measures under Budget 2025, with approximately 2.4 million eligible Singapore residents set to receive cash payments between $200 and $400. This initiative, known as the Cost-of-Living (COL) Special Payment, is part of a … Read more
In an effort to support its senior citizens, Singapore continues to introduce measures aimed at improving the financial security and overall well-being of its aging population. One of the most prominent initiatives in 2025 is the $900 Senior Bonus, which is designed to help elderly residents manage the rising costs of living. This payment is … Read more
In response to the rising cost of living, the Singapore Government has introduced the AP Cash Payout initiative, also known as the Annual Payout Cash Scheme. This program aims to provide targeted financial assistance to eligible Singaporean citizens, ranging from $700 to $2,250 per year, depending on an individual’s assessable income (AI) and property ownership. … Read more
The Singapore government has confirmed enhanced support measures under the Assurance Package (AP) and Majulah Package, aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures, offsetting healthcare costs, and strengthening retirement savings. Starting September 2025, eligible Singaporeans will receive cash payouts, MediSave bonuses, and retirement savings bonuses, ranging between $400 and $950 in cash deposits, with additional CPF top-ups … Read more
Starting in 2025, significant reforms to Singapore’s pension system are set to improve financial security for retirees. These changes are designed to address the challenges posed by an aging population, longer life expectancies, and the rising cost of living. With these modifications, the government aims to provide retirees with more control over their retirement savings, … Read more
Singaporean citizens are set to receive financial relief through a government-initiated bonus payment in 2025. The S$700 Government Payout aims to help residents manage rising living costs and the recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) increase. This article covers all the essential details, including eligibility criteria, payment dates, and application processes. Understanding the S$700 Government … Read more
The Singaporean government has announced a one-time $850 cash payout to eligible residents in September 2025. This payment aims to provide financial relief to citizens, assisting them in covering various living expenses such as groceries, medical bills, and other essential costs. As living expenses continue to rise, this initiative serves as an important tool to … Read more
The Singapore government has introduced the Workfare Payment of up to SGD 2,800 for eligible low-income workers in 2025. This initiative is part of the broader Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) scheme, which aims to enhance the financial security of workers who earn lower wages, while promoting long-term employment and retirement savings. Through direct cash payouts … Read more