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More employers plan to freeze hiring, moderate wages as business sentiment dips: SNEF poll

Channels for feedback include the Singapore Budget website, the REACH Budget 2026 microsite or the People’s Association ShareYourViews webpage

MOF seeks public feedback for Budget 2026 on economy, jobs and social support

Traffic congestion/jam at Tampines Expressway (TPE), 8 May 2023. Can be used for COE, cars, public transport, car emissions / pollution, climate change, vehicles

LTA to refund S$1.4 million in road tax on 1,700 vehicles following error on published rates

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Lower-wage workers' real wage growth of 3.8% in 2025 is higher than the annual average rate over the past five years and the past decade.

Singapore’s real income growth improves to 4.3% amid low inflation

The proportion of permanent roles secured by youths aged 15 to 24 climbed to 65.8 per cent this year, from 58 per cent a year earlier.

Short-term contracts form smaller share of jobs, with permanent roles at record high: MOM

MOM said it began collecting overseas work experience data this year to assess how prepared Singapore’s resident workforce is for regional and senior roles, given the country’s position as a headquarters hub for multinational companies.

China, US and Malaysia are top overseas postings for Singapore workers: MOM

Linda Teo, country manager of ManpowerGroup Singapore, observed that more employers are adopting "calibrated measures" to navigate uncertainty, with the shift towards smaller increments and bonuses.

Singapore firms plan to dial back on raises, bonuses amid uncertainty: survey

According to this year’s GTCI report, Singapore stood apart “for the constant evolution of its educational system, and its forward-looking approach to nurturing an adaptive and innovation-driven workforce.”

Singapore overtakes Switzerland to claim top spot on global talent competitiveness index

Riders, which are paid fully in cash, are optional add-ons that reduce out-of-pocket costs by covering deductibles and co-payments.

‘Don’t be Fomo’, wait for clarity on revised premiums before renewing IP riders: advisers

Existing policyholders will not be affected, and insurers may continue selling riders under the current regime until Mar 31, 2026.

MOH scraps full-deductible IP riders to tame rising private healthcare bills

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