Singapore gives 1.38 million households S$500 vouchers early
Why it matters: The aid was moved up from January 2027 to June as Middle East turmoil threatens to lift imported costs and inflation.
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Singapore starts S$500 vouchers for 1.38 million households
Why it matters: The payout was moved up by about six months as officials brace for higher imported costs linked to the Middle East crisis.
Applied Materials opens $500 million Singapore chip campus
Why it matters: The expansion more than doubles local cleanroom capacity and is expected to add 1,000 jobs as AI chip demand rises.