CPF Medisave: Here’s How Your Basic Healthcare Sum Might Look Like When You’re 65
A chunk of our monthly CPF contributions goes into our MediSave Account (MA). Our MediSave Account savings is meant for our healthcare needs, including paying for certain healthcare insurance premiums such as MediShield Life, private Integrated Shield Plans, Careshield Life and CareShield Life supplementary plans, as well as a variety of treatments, such as day surgeries, outpatient treatments, […]
Singapore Treasury Bills (T-bills): What Is Cut-Off Yield, Median Yield, And Average Yield
If you have a nice pot of money saved but don’t want to take on significant risks to earn a decent return, investing it in Singapore Treasury Bills or T-bills can be a good option. Since interest rates started spiking from early 2022, we have covered various topics on Singapore government T-bills quite extensively. Some […]
Global equities retreat after ECB cuts rates; gold, oil fall – Dec 13
Today’s Market News China pledges more debt, rate cuts as Trump tariff threats loom India’s Tata Motors to hike commercial vehicle prices by up to 2% from January Accel-backed Bluestone Jewellery eyes $1.4 bln valuation in India IPO, sources say VIEW India’s retail inflation in November eases to 5.48% Sino-Ocean bondholders submit counter restructuring proposal […]
A Ferry Away To Tanjung Pengelih, Johor, From Singapore – Where To Stay, Eat, And Things To Do
As holiday season is just around the corner, some of those residing in Singapore may want to take a quick getaway to Johor to enjoy more affordable shopping, dining and even travelling. Due to high traffic between Singapore and Johor, the Causeway can get congested at times, especially during the holidays. In fact, Malaysia received […]
Singapore Vs Hong Kong: Where Is It Cheaper To Buy Luxury Products?
Singapore and Hong Kong are often compared to each other, whether it’s their assets under management (AUM) in the wealth management market, stock market size or even airport efficiency. But when it comes to pricing of luxury goods, the comparisons aren’t as numerous. Yet Singapore and Hong Kong are known as shopping havens, with both […]
Asia stocks rally on Fed cut bets – Dec 12
Today’s Market News China is considering softer currency Gold advances as inflation data fuels Fed rate cut optimism India’s newly-appointed central bank chief commits to policy continuity Key developments to markets on Thursday: India inflation (November) Australia unemployment (November) ECB policy meeting Index Last Change % Change trading lower Dow Jones Industrial Average .DJI 44,148.56 […]
Where To Stash Your Cash: 3 Solutions You Can Consider To Continue Growing Your Money
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US stock markets – Dec 11
Notables Notable Earnings Today: Adobe (Nasdaq: ADBE), Macy’s (NYSE: M), Nordson (Nasdaq: NDSN), Oxford Industries (NYSE: OXM), Cognyte Software (Nasdaq: CGNT), REV Group (NYSE: REVG), Photronics (Nasdaq: PLAB), Vera Bradley (Nasdaq: VRA), Kanzhun (Nasdaq: BZ). Notable IPOs Today: Atlantic International Corp. Common Stock (Nasdaq: ATLN). Notable Equity Crowdfunding Campaigns Ending Today: Bottled (StartEngine). Notable Economic Events Today: Consumer Price […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Top-Up Your CPF Special Account (SA) During This Year-End
According to the Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index, Singapore’s CPF scheme ranks in the top 5 pension systems globally. Employers in Singapore contribute up to 17% of our salary to our CPF accounts, while we (employees) contribute up to 20% of our salaries to our CPF accounts. Throughout the time that our CPF monies stay […]
Global shares fall, dollar climbs ahead of inflation report – Dec 11
Today’s Market News Rupee hit all-time low as RBI governor change sparks rate cut hopes Gold could extend record run into 2025, Heraeus says Sunac China wins some bondholder approval for onshore restructuring plan, source says Philippines GDP growth hit by typhoons, but outlook robust, says World Bank China ready to go deeper into debt […]
