Column: How Do Banks “Create” Money?
Through the ebb and flow of credit, banks and financial institutions create money. Read More
Category Archives: Finance News
How Can Orchard Road Bring Back Its Disenchanted Shoppers?
To bring shoppers back, Orchard Road needs to find a new identity and meet the needs of modern Singaporean families. Read More
3 Reasons Orchard Road May Never Return to Its Former Glory
It’s not just you – fewer and fewer Singaporeans are shopping at Orchard Road. Here’s why Orchard Road is no longer at the centre of Singapore’s retail scene. Read More
Why Do Some Companies Like Gong Cha Change Their Name?
It’s often discomforting when companies like Gong Cha change their name, but there are very good business reasons behind it. Read More
What the Marine Le Pen and Emmanuel Macron Showdown Means for Us
If Marine Le Pen wins the French elections, it could mean fewer opportunities for Singapore businesses. Read More
Should You Buy Shares of Kimly’s IPO?
Many Singaporeans are scrambling to buy shares of Kimly, Singapore’s largest kopitiam operator. Should you be investing in a kopitiam too? Read More
Clearing Up the Confusion on New Property Measures in Singapore
The changes in the Sellers Stamp Duty and TDSR requirements have been exaggerated by headlines. Here, we explain what the new property measures mean. Read More
Why is the 5% Pay Increase for Singaporean Managers Important?
In 2017, Singaporean managers can expect a 5% pay increase, which ensures that wages rise with inflation. Read More
Pay Small By American Express: Should Singaporeans Use It?
With Pay Small, American Express cardmembers can split up large purchases into 0% monthly instalments. When is it a good idea to use it? Read More
The Increase in Water Prices and Carbon Taxes Will Hurt Your Wallet
While we won’t see an immediate impact from these policies, the increase in water prices and carbon taxes might cost you. Read More
