Economy & business

5,376 debates and bills about economy & business

5 Aug 2026

Financial Impact on and Assistance for Platform Workers Ineligible for CPF Transition Support Scheme

Higher CPF contributions reduce take-home pay but add operator contributions and total earnings.
Increases are phased over five years, max 2.5 percentage points yearly.
No plans to extend transition support to workers earning above $3,000 monthly.

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5 Aug 2026

Mandatory Age-calibrated Sinking Funds for Essential Infrastructure, and Strengthening Inspection Regime in Older Private Condominiums

Building authority reviewing strata law to mandate adequate sinking funds for essential upkeep.
Public financial disclosures for condominium management committees are under study.
Inspection regimes for fire systems and water tanks already require remedial works.

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5 Aug 2026

Current Lowest, Highest and Median Monthly Rent for Petrol Station Sites

Most government-tendered petrol stations pay a lump sum land premium upfront, not monthly rent.
For 24 sites with monthly rent, lowest $25.88, highest $345.09, median $132.10 per sqm.

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5 Aug 2026

Breakdown of Application Outcomes Received for Startup SG Founder Programme by Age, Gender and Grant Amount

65 Startup SG Founder applications in 2025; 55 approved (85%), average grant $50,000.
Founders aged 23–69; 67% under 40, 69% male.

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5 Aug 2026

Data on School Programme Expenditure for Student Mental Health and Well-being in Past Five Years

MOE does not track mental health expenditure separately as support is integrated into school life.
Publishing a standalone figure would misrepresent holistic resourcing, so it won't be a recurring indicator.
Student mental health is a whole-of-Government effort extending beyond MOE's budget.

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5 Aug 2026

Assessing Impact on Food Resilience Following Removal of Locally Grown Vegetables in Supermarket and Strengthening Market Access for Local Farms

Minister says impact on food resilience is limited after FairPrice delisted some local vegetable farms.
SFA is helping affected farms access wider buyers, including online platforms and industry networks.
Efforts include SG Fresh Produce logos, Farm-to-Table Recognition, and urging consumer support for local produce.

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5 Aug 2026

Extending Temporary Fuel Support Measures Beyond June 2026 to Government-contracted Transport Services and Private Ambulance Operators

No plans to extend temporary fuel support beyond June 2026.
Transport operators may raise fees if fuel prices stay high.
Enhanced means-tested subsidies from July 2026 keep care affordable.

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5 Aug 2026

Breakdown of 2025 MediShield Life Premium Revisions on Net Premiums Payable by Income Decile, and Quantity of Unsubsidised Policyholders

Government gave $4.1B extra MediShield Life support; over 9 in 10 Singaporeans see net premium increases offset by MediSave top-ups.
Data by income decile unavailable; ~60% of lower- and middle-income households and seniors receive subsidies.

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5 Aug 2026

Gender-neutral Working Parent's Child Relief to Support Diverse Caregiving Arrangements

Government declines gender-neutral relief; WMCR aims to keep working mothers in workforce.
Other reliefs like Qualifying Child Relief and Parenthood Tax Rebate are available to both parents.
A workgroup will review marriage and parenthood support, reporting by 2027.

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5 Aug 2026

Breakdown of Approved Family Offices and Assets Under Management by Approval Status and Country of Origin, and Pending Applications by Region and Proposed AUMs

Over 2,000 approved Family Offices receive tax incentives, mainly from Asia Pacific, then Europe and Americas.
Singapore’s asset management industry grew 10.1% to $6.7 trillion in 2025, with Family Offices boosting jobs and services.

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5 Aug 2026

Land Boundary of JS-SEZ, and Incentives and Distinct Value of SEZ to Singapore Companies

JS-SEZ covers 3,588 sq km, including Iskandar and Pengerang.
Incentives include Malaysia's special tax rate, one-stop centre, and Singapore's grants and financing.
Distinct value comes from the twinning model, combining both jurisdictions, e.g., Agrocorp.

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5 Aug 2026

Per Capita Value of Household-based Cost-of-living Support Across Households of Different Sizes

Larger households do not receive less support per member when all schemes are considered.
In 2025, six-member households got $8,700 per member, above the $8,400 average.
Government mixes household and individual-based aid, reviewing schemes regularly to stay responsive.

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5 Aug 2026

Proposal for Additional Grants be Given to Town Councils to Manage Hawker Centres

MP sought extra grants for Town Councils managing hawker centres like Whampoa.
Minister refused, citing no plans to change funding arrangements.
Cleanliness is shared responsibility; NEA will keep monitoring with stakeholders.

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5 Aug 2026

Factors Considered in Reviewing CPF Annual Salary Ceiling

CPF wage ceilings are reviewed periodically, weighing retirement needs, wage growth, and impacts on employers and employees.
The aim is ensuring most members save enough for housing, healthcare, and retirement.
Any updates may be phased, giving all parties time to adjust.

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5 Aug 2026

Ensuring Fees Charged by Public Agencies are Gazetted and Authorised

Government insists agencies have legal basis for fees, contrary to AGO findings.
AGO gaps were unprescribed or under-collected fees; agencies will rectify them.
Broader fee framework under review; legislating every fee impractical, transparency considered.

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5 Aug 2026

Comparison of Singapore's Carbon Tax Trajectory from 2028 with Recent International Developments

Government reviewing carbon tax trajectory for 2028 onwards, will announce rates in advance for business planning.
Rate considers decarbonisation tech progress, business costs, and international climate developments.
Singapore's climate commitments are contingent on global action; slower international push may lower carbon price trajectory.

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5 Aug 2026

Impact of RTS Link on Various Sectors in Singapore and Support Measures for Affected SMEs

RTS Link will bring net benefits and opportunities, though consumer-facing SMEs face concerns.
Support schemes include Enterprise Development Grant, Productivity Solutions Grant, and HDB case-by-case rental aid.
RTS Link Taskforce findings and recommendations will be released later this year.

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5 Aug 2026

Funding Allocated to Cities of Tomorrow R&D Programme and Number of Commercialisations Achieved

Allocated $258 million to Cities of Tomorrow R&D programme since 2017.
16 of 43 funded projects deployed or commercialised, including lift monitoring technology.
New translation fund will help turn research prototypes into market-ready solutions.

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5 Aug 2026

Extending Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty Remission Framework to Single Singaporeans Purchasing Second Residential Property for Owner-occupation and Sell First Property within Six Months

Government declined to extend ABSD remission to all single Singaporeans.
Similar questions were previously answered in 2020 and 2023.
Only single seniors aged 55+ received remission in 2024 for right-sizing.

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5 Aug 2026

Reviewing Requirement in Startup SG Founder Programme for at Least One First-time Founder with No Prior Registered Private Limited Entity

Review of Startup SG Founder eligibility criteria was raised.
Scheme supports first-time founders lacking experience and networks.
2024 change allows one first-time founder with an experienced co-founder.
Requirements retained to build a more robust startup ecosystem.

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