Challenges Facing Singapore’s Chinatown
Colonial Origins to Urban Renewal (1822-1980s) Singapore's Chinatown emerged from the 1822 Raffles Town Plan as a designated Chinese settlement southwest of the Singapore River. For over a century, it functioned as a vibrant immigrant hub where Teochew opera,...
Middle Eastern Penny Stocks
Middle Eastern penny stocks represent a compelling investment opportunity in 2025, driven by robust market fundamentals, geopolitical resilience, and economic diversification efforts. This analysis examines their implications for Singapore, ASEAN, and broader Asian...
What Baird’s Surprising Bank Downgrades Mean For Investors
On Friday, Baird issued a new research note that shook up Wall Street’s view of two banking giants. Analysts at Baird downgraded both JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) and Bank of America Corp. (NYSE: BAC), citing concerns over their current valuations. The firm...
Must-See Events Happening At Changi Airport For SG60
SINGAPORE – In a spirited celebration of Singapore’s 60th birthday, Changi Airport Group (CAG) and Jewel Changi Airport are rolling out a host of special events this July and August. Among the highlights is a much-anticipated free concert, featuring renowned local...
Hanabi Matsuri Returns With New Surprises
SINGAPORE – The Hanabi Matsuri food festival has once again brightened Waterway Point’s Village Square. This lively event runs until July 6, drawing crowds eager to taste a slice of Japanese summer. Hanabi Matsuri, meaning “fireworks festival” in Japanese, is a...
What Chan Chun Sing Reveals About Singapore’s Hidden Security Challenges
SINGAPORE – The world is growing more uncertain, and Singapore cannot afford to let its guard down. Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing warned that global conflicts could have unexpected consequences for the nation, possibly making it “collateral in other people’s fight.”...
Gen Z Gig Workers in Singapore
Singapore's gig economy has evolved significantly in 2025, with enhanced regulatory protections and support systems for platform workers. This analysis adapts the core financial principles from the original article to Singapore's unique financial landscape,...
Digital Banking Satisfaction Plateau
The plateau in digital banking satisfaction observed in the US market reflects broader global trends in financial services digitization, with Singapore presenting a unique case study of how regulatory frameworks and market dynamics can influence this maturation...
Seema Sheth’s 30-Day Financial Cleanse
Seema Sheth, a Federal Reserve Bank employee and TikToker (@bobeema), created a viral 30-day financial cleanse in 2023 featuring daily video clips designed to help people "live in harmony with their money." Her approach centers on the 50/30/20 budgeting rule and...
Singapore Family Eateries
With inflation showing no signs of slowing down and the unsettling shadow of World War 3 hovering in the background, it’s easy to feel anxious about the future. In times like these, the simple comforts of life become even more precious. Catching up with friends or...