What’s The Median Salary In Singapore (At Every Age, Gender, Education and Race)
We all want to earn a good salary. While it’s hard to articulate what a good salary should be, it’s much easier if we can affix a number simply because that is the benchmark level in Singapore – which is exactly what this article aims to find out. However, depending on how we want to benchmark […]
How Much Does It Cost To Participate In A Marathon In Singapore
Running a full marathon is often seen as an achievement of personal fitness and determination. In Singapore, marathons are held almost every month, with major events like the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon happening annually. These events can attract thousands of runners and be split throughout the day. If you wish to join the thousands and […]
The End Of Japan’s Negative Interest Rate Policy: What It Means For Investors
Japan is the world’s third-largest economy, and as such, the Japanese Yen is one of the most traded currencies globally. As a result, Japan’s monetary policy significantly impacts investors worldwide. For years, Japan’s economy has struggled with deflation – or falling prices – and had negative interest rates from 2016 until earlier this year. However, […]
Treasury Bills (T-bills): What Are They And How You Can Buy Them
Keeping your excess savings in your bank savings account may only give as low as 0.05% per annum (p.a.) interest – hardly sufficient to keep pace with inflation over the long term. Even savings accounts with higher interest rates, such as OCBC 360 account, UOB One Account or DBS Multiplier Account, may not only give you less interest as […]
Is A Finance Degree Really Necessary To Invest Well? How To Understand The Finance Markets & How To Learn To Invest For Yourself
The prospect of investing can be daunting, especially for those who lack formal training in finance and feel overwhelmed by the complexity of financial markets. However, the good news is that a finance degree is not a prerequisite for successful investing. With the right approach and resources, anyone can learn to invest effectively and build […]
22 Useful Items You Can Buy From The SAF eMart – That You Can Use In Your Civilian Life
On a personal level, there are many valuable things that Singaporean men gain from National Service (NS) and are still immensely practical and useful even after we’ve collected our pink NRIC (when we ORD) or our National Service gift watch (when we completed our reservist obligations). These include interpersonal skills honed by living with and working with people from all walks […]
From Equity Trading To The Kitchen Floor: Chua Ee Chien Shares His Experience As A Multi-Faceted Investor In Stocks, Properties & Businesses
When people discuss investing, stocks and real estate are typically the first asset classes that come to mind. However, the investment world goes beyond just stocks and real estate. For example, owning a private business is also a form of investing. As investors, we can choose to be “sleeping partners,” where we contribute capital without […]
4 Things To Know About OCBC’s Offer For Great Eastern, And Why Things Could Be More Complicating Than It Seems
If you follow the news on the Singapore Exchange (SGX), you might have heard about OCBC’s ongoing $1.4 billion privatisation offer for all remaining shares of Great Eastern (SGX: G07). This offer values Great Eastern at $25.60 per share. Understanding acquisition or privatisation offers for publicly listed companies isn’t too difficult for those with a […]
Complete Guide To Genting Rewards Membership Programme
Some of us may have the misconception that the Genting Rewards Programme is only applicable to people who frequent the casino. However, it is much more than that. It offers a variety of membership benefits in Stay, Play, Shop, Dine categories. Read Also: Complete Guide To Sentosa Islander Membership And All The Benefits You Will Receive […]
Who Is An Essential Occupier Of An HDB Flat And When Is It Necessary To Have One?
If you have ever looked through the various HDB schemes and grants, you would have noticed the term “essential occupier” making a constant appearance. Depending on the scheme and grant requirements, your parents, spouse and even children may need to be listed as an essential occupier of your HDB flat. Does this mean that if you […]
