by chung chinyi | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
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,...
by chung chinyi | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...
by chung chinyi | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...
by chung chinyi | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...
by chung chinyi | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...
by chung chinyi | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
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.”...
by chung chinyi | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...
by chung chinyi | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...
by chung chinyi | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...
by chung chinyi | Jun 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...
