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Good Class Bungalows still seen as a sure bet by the ultra-rich. Are there risks ahead? Investing in these prized properties reserved for Singaporeans is a reliable way to diversify their wealth; buyers must watch potent…

Feb 18 morning round-up: 1. S Pass tightening: job take-up by locals to differ between industries #SGBudget2021 bt.sg/4rBK 2. Firms need calibrated support to change structurally: panel bt.sg/4rBr 3. Agricultural labour…

INFOGRAPHIC: From crisis to strength The govt unveiled an S$11 billion package to support the continued fight against the pandemic as well as towards the gradual reopening of the economy. We break down the various initia…

Brokers' take: Upside for aviation, consumer and manufacturing stocks from Budget 2021, analysts say Retail Reits as well as aviation and supermarket stocks are particularly likely to benefit from certain measures this y…

VIDEO: Functional budget a much needed driver for transformation Eugene Tan, associate prof of Law, SMU, elaborates on why a functional budget - like this year’s - might push companies to transform, and points out severa…

VIDEO: Helping businesses for future internationalisation Pearl Yu, director of marketing and HR, Keystone Cable, evaluates the pros and cons of some of this year’s initiatives for businesses, highlighting key considerat…

VIDEO: Seizing opportunities in a new economic landscape Lam Yi Young, CEO of Singapore Business Federation, speaks about how measures introduced in this year’s budget could help companies build up capabilities and seize…

VIDEO: Tax changes in Budget 2021 unsurprising Soh Pui Ming, head of Tax, EY, breaks down a possible reason why personal tax rebates have been excluded during this year’s budget, and touches on how businesses can tap on…

Feb 17 morning round-up: 1. Commentary: Investing in new areas, in good times or bad #SGBudget2021 bt.sg/4rhk 2. Will SIA's strategy of bigger planes fly? bt.sg/4rhZ 3. Singapore non-oil exports rise for second straight…

#SGBudget2021 round-up: Here are the key points from this year’s Budget speech 1. S$11b for Covid-19 relief, S$24b to 'emerge stronger' in longer term bt.sg/4rsk 2. Record deficit of S$64.9b for FY2020 bt.sg/4rmE 3. S$11…

Budget 2021: FY2021 Budget deficit to narrow to S$11.01b The deficit amounts to 2.2% of GDP and will be Singapore's third consecutive deficit. #SGBudget2021 bt.sg/4rsw

Budget 2021: S$11b for Covid-19 relief, S$24b to 'emerge stronger' in longer term Beyond the immediate crisis, Budget 2021 allocates S$24 billion for economic transformation over the next three years. #SGBudget2021 bt.sg…

Budget 2021: Record deficit of S$64.9b for FY2020 This marks the largest budget deficit since the country became independent in 1965. bt.sg/4rmE

Budget 2021: Government to issue up to S$90b in new bonds to finance infrastructure The new bonds will allow for a fair and efficient way of distributing the fiscal responsibility in financing infrastructure. #SGBudget20…

Budget 2021: Companies can tap Enterprise Sustainability Programme to go green DPM Heng pointed to the growing global demand for green products and technologies. #SGBudget2021 bt.sg/4rme

Budget 2021: GST hike plan unchanged; GST applies to low-value imports from 2023 The rate increase cannot be put off too long if Singapore is to meet its rising recurring spending needs. #SGBudget2021 bt.sg/4rmM

Budget 2021: Government will review carbon tax rate, which will remain at S$5 per tonne until 2023 Singapore has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions as soon as viable. #SGBudget2021 bt.sg/4rmx

Budget 2021: Government to issue green bonds on certain public infrastructure projects The issuance will serve as a reference for the Singapore dollar corporate green bond market and yields achieved. bt.sg/4rmp

Budget 2021: S$30m for EV initiatives; electric cars' road taxes to be adjusted The Additional Registration Fee floor will be lowered to zero for electric cars, from January 2022 to December 2023. #SGBudget2021 bt.sg/4rm…

Budget 2021: Tax deductions for donations extended; employees urged to volunteer Support will also be extended to Community Chest, which plays a critical role in raising funds for many social service agencies. #SGBudget2…

Budget 2021: S$60m Agri-Food Cluster Transformation Fund to support technology adoption Urban solutions and sustainability will be a key area under the government's Research, Innovation and Enterprise 2025 plan. #SGBudge…

Budget 2021: Petrol duties up 10-15 cents per litre with immediate effect Petrol or petrol-hybrid taxi and private-hire cars will get a S$360 petrol duty rebate, paid out over four months. #SGBudget2021 bt.sg/4rWD

Budget 2021: Wage Credit Scheme, Capability Transfer Programme extended The Wage Credit Scheme will be extended for a year, at a co-funding level of 15%, to support wage increments to retain or draw in locals. #SGBudget2…

Budget 2021: More help for older workers and low-wage employees, families 'Children under seven with developmental needs can benefit from a differentiated approach to help them learn better.' #SGBudget2021 bt.sg/4rWB

Budget 2021: S$900 million Household Support Package to give short-term relief About 950,000 eligible Singaporean households in Housing Board flats will receive an additional 50% GST Voucher U-Save special payment. #SGBu…

Budget 2021: New scheme to transform value chains This will start with the built environment sector. #SGBudget2021 bt.sg/4rWx

Budget 2021: Salaries for nurses, other healthcare workers to go up This will apply to workers across public healthcare institutions and publicly-funded community hospitals as well as long-term care service providers. #S…