The Singapore Government’s GST Voucher (GSTV) program, established in 2012, remains a key measure to ease financial burdens on low- to middle-income households. In 2025, the government is stepping up its efforts with payouts reaching up to $1300 per eligible citizen, focusing on cash assistance, healthcare savings, and utility relief. Breakdown of the $1300 Payout … Read more
To address rising living expenses and inflation in 2025, the Singapore government has launched an enhanced financial assistance initiative in May 2025. This updated support package—worth up to $1,300—aims to assist low- and middle-income Singaporeans by expanding the long-standing GST Voucher (GSTV) Scheme introduced in 2012. This expanded scheme is not a one-off payment. Instead, … Read more
Singaporean HDB households can expect a comprehensive set of financial support measures in 2025. As part of the government’s ongoing efforts to ease the cost-of-living pressures and boost household resilience, a variety of rebates, vouchers, and bonus payouts will be rolled out from May 2025. Here’s a clear and updated guide detailing what each household … Read more
Dividend payouts remain a powerful tool for companies to reward shareholders and attract capital. In Singapore, top-tier firms such as DBS, OCBC, UOB, SIA, and SGX follow well-structured dividend policies that support both investor confidence and overall market stability. As we enter May 2025, dividend investors are watching these companies closely to assess yield performance, … Read more
From June to September 2025, Singaporean citizens and residents can expect a series of disbursements from various government schemes aimed at easing financial burdens and supporting households. This period includes payouts under the Assurance Package, GST Voucher Scheme, and other targeted assistance programs. Below is a detailed schedule of when these payments are expected, who … Read more
In May 2025, the Singapore government is rolling out a new financial support measure aimed at easing the cost of living for senior citizens. Eligible seniors aged 65 and above will receive a payout of up to S$1,500 as part of the enhanced Assurance Package (AP) benefits. This initiative, designed to cushion the impact of … Read more
As part of the government’s ongoing efforts to support lower-income households and alleviate the cost of living, Singapore is continuing its Grocery Vouchers scheme into 2025. First introduced in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, the initiative has since evolved into a key component of the Assurance Package. For May 2025, significant updates have been announced … Read more
As of May 2025, the Singapore government is disbursing a total of $1,920 in financial aid per eligible Singaporean adult. This initiative, part of the enhanced Assurance Package (AP) and Budget 2025 measures, aims to help households cope with rising living costs, especially amid continued inflationary pressures. This support is not a one-off payout. Instead, … Read more
In response to increasing living expenses in Singapore, the government has launched the 2025 Cost of Living (COL) Special Payment to offer targeted financial relief. This initiative aims to stabilize household economics and support citizens as inflation and the Goods and Services Tax (GST) continue to rise. With May 2025 already witnessing significant price hikes … Read more
Singapore’s government continues its firm stance on supporting citizens amid ongoing inflation and rising daily expenses. As part of its assurance package to buffer the financial strain, a new payout of up to SGD $850 is scheduled for disbursement in June 2025. This article outlines the eligibility, timeline, and significance of the latest payout in … Read more