How Much Do Petrol And Diesel Cost Across Countries In Southeast Asia?
The fluctuation of petrol and diesel prices is something that’s observed closely by business owners and consumers as it could impact transportation and logistics costs, leading to inflation of goods and services. According to GlobalPetrolPrices.com, the average petrol price around the world currently stands at US$1.24 per litre, with the cheapest petrol in Iran, costing US$0.02 to the […]
[Cheat Sheet] Cost Guide On Rollerblades Rentals (ECP, Coney Island/Punggol)
One of the ways to unwind during the weekend is going out into nature and enjoying some outdoor time. Apart from going for walks, cycling, we can also traverse the scenic paths by rollerblading. Here is a guide to the rollerblading rental stores in East Coast Park (ECP), Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park and Coney Island […]
Fly In Style With UOB Lady’s Credit Card & Savings Account: An Unstoppable Pairing For All Ladies
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6 “Luxury” Christmas Gifts That We Might Actually Be Able To Afford
Source: Dior We are well into December now so the Christmas spirit is all around with various events and celebrations taking place. One of the things many of us might be thinking about is gifts to buy our loved ones. Traditionally, Christmas might be one time of the year where we buy something special or […]
Singapore CPF Vs. Hong Kong MPF: 4 Key Differences Between Their Pension Schemes
Singapore and Hong Kong are often compared as global financial hubs. While both share similarities—such as being small, service-driven economies—there are also notable differences. One significant difference lies in their retirement systems for local residents. Singapore operates the Central Provident Fund (CPF), a mandatory savings and social security system. In contrast, Hong Kong’s primary retirement […]
3 Personal Finance Actions You Should Take By 31 December 2024
With just a couple of weeks to go in 2024, you may be looking forward to the festivities and celebrations. You’ve come to the exact wrong place if that’s what you had in mind, because we’re about to saddle you with 3 more things you can do for your personal finances before the end of […]
5 Things To Know About Mermaid Maritime (SGX: DU4), A 40-Year Subsea and Offshore Oil & Gas Specialist
With over 40 years of track record, Mermaid Maritime (SGX: DU4) specialises in subsea and offshore drilling services, primarily to the oil and gas industry. Its services are crucial for the installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of offshore infrastructure. Mermaid Maritime operates primarily in Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa. As oil and gas fields reach […]
10 Investments You Can Make With Your Supplementary Retirement Scheme (SRS) Account
Started in 2001, the Supplementary Retirement Scheme (SRS) is a voluntary initiative that forms part of Singapore’s multi-pronged strategy to help citizens, permanent residents (PRs) and foreigners start building up their retirement nest egg. As an incentive to contribute to our SRS accounts, we receive dollar-for-dollar tax relief of up to $15,300 for citizens and PRs and up […]
Plans for 2025. Hoarding cash for a crash?
It has been almost a month since my last blog post. I am serious about becoming more laid back and being less active in social media. The garden which I used to enjoy taking strolls in has become a minefield. What to say? What not to say? How to say what I want to say? […]
How Much You Need In Your CPF Retirement Account (RA) At 65 To Afford The Average Retiree’s Expenses With CPF LIFE Payouts?
CPF LIFE is meant to provide a monthly lifelong payout throughout our retirement. While this is assuring, the question is whether our monthly CPF LIFE payouts will be enough to fund our retirement lifestyle. This is a difficult question to answer because everyone leads different lifestyles and is in different life circumstances. The best way to estimate […]
