Singapore Inflation Report May 2025
Singapore Inflation Analysis At first glance, Singapore’s latest inflation figures suggest that rising prices are well under control — but is there more beneath the surface? With core inflation dipping to 0.6% in May 2025 after recent volatility, understanding what’s...
US-Iran Conflict: Impact on Oil Markets
The US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities (Operation Midnight Hammer) on June 22, 2025, have triggered significant market volatility and raised critical concerns about Singapore's economic vulnerability to oil price shocks. This analysis examines the...
Budget Healthy Eating in Singapore
As inflation continues to rise in Singapore, eating out has become more expensive than ever. Restaurants and hawker stalls are increasing their prices, making even simple meals a costly affair. For many families, these higher costs can quickly add up. Because of this,...
Guide to Setting Financial Goals in Singapore
Step 1: Assess Your Current Financial Situation (Singapore Context) Income Assessment Singapore-Specific Considerations: Median household income: ~S$10,099 (2024) CPF contributions: 20% employee + 17% employer = 37% total Bonus structure: Many Singapore employers...
UK vs Singapore Fraud Trends
UK Fraud Trends: A Comprehensive Analysis Scale and Evolution The UK fraud landscape presents a complex picture of both progress and emerging challenges. Fraud remains the most prevalent crime against individuals in England and Wales, accounting for an estimated 41%...
Emergency fund depletion coping strategies
Understanding the Singapore Context Before diving into specific strategies, it's crucial to understand Singapore's unique financial landscape. An emergency fund should be a priority and you should have at least 3-6 months of living expenses saved as a buffer before...
Revenge Saving
Understanding the Psychology of Revenge Saving The Emotional Economics Behind the Trend "Revenge saving" represents a fascinating psychological shift in financial behavior that mirrors the intensity of post-pandemic "revenge spending" but channels it toward financial...
US strikes on Iran nuclear site
Current Situation The U.S. military has carried out sweeping strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, with President Trump announcing that key Iranian nuclear facilities were "totally obliterated." The attacks involved six B-2 bombers dropping bunker buster bombs on the...
Impact of US Strikes on Iran
The US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan on June 21-22, 2025, represent a watershed moment in Asian geopolitics. This unprecedented direct military action by the US against Iran's nuclear infrastructure will fundamentally reshape...
Major U.S. banks considering cryptocurrency service
Bank Positioning: Major banks are having internal discussions about cryptocurrency services but are reluctant to be first movers. JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon's quote is particularly telling - while he personally dislikes Bitcoin due to concerns about leverage,...