AsiaOne Business

>> ASIAONE / BUSINESS / SINGAPORE BUDGET 2009


:: COMMENT / ANALYSIS	back »

	An anchor for jobs, a spur to lending Budget 2009 dips into reserves for $20.5b 'resilience package'. » read more
	Lack of cut in tax rates a disappointment But many welcome rebate and instalment period extension. » read more
	NTUC, union leaders give the thumbs up to Budget Biggest benefit is that budget cuts across all segments: NTUC. » read more
	Corporate tax cut: S'pore gains edge Some experts say it makes Republic potentially even better than Hong Kong. » read more
	Sticking to sound principles The Government must manage unrealistic expectations and ensure people understand that massive one-off short-term measures cannot be repeated during normal times. » read more
	Remarkable Budget, but will banks oblige? With the jobs credit scheme, employers only need to retain workers in order to get generous payout. » read more
	A crutch for jobs - but brace for a rocky ride Still, it's a pain-relieving Budget that helps businesses and households cope with recession. » read more
	Off-budget measures on the way? The Budget may not go far enough, given the one to two-year time-frames allowed for initiatives to bear fruit. » read more
	Budget scores on superlatives But pre-empting tapping into reserves is a departure from govt rhetoric. » read more
	Singapore's first dip into reserves may fall short: analysts But with reserves totalling billions of dollars the government still has plenty of ammunition, they said. » read more
	Budget "large and bold" Market reaction: STI up 0.15 percent. » read more
	Singapore seen unveiling anti-recession budget: analysts Many analysts believe the economy could shrink by three percent. » read more
	Tax treats to help defray business costs Experts predict a reduction in corporate tax rate in upcoming buget. » read more
	Targeted help for certain sectors The sectors that could benefit from this years budget include tourism, financial services and logistics. » read more
	Financial buoys to keep firms afloat Companies can expect cuts in rent and worker levies to help bill savings for companies. » read more
	What this year's Budget must do With the economy reeling from worst recession in seven years, all eyes are on the upcoming budget. » read more
	6 wishes for upcoming Budget Some pragmatic and workable fiscal measures the budget can implement. » read more
	Budget wishes for a stronger Singapore Measures should encourage worker contribution, maximise employment opportunities. » read more
	PwC Budget wish list throws spotlight on financial relief Quick fix package rather than structural or long term measures needed to curb storm ahead. » read more
	Budget to focus on quick fixes? Tax experts divided, with some saying it will also take a longer-term view. » read more

» Do you seriously think the government take our views seriously

» 'A more equitable method of calculation should be based purely on the age of the person irrespective of the type of dwelling... Some serious thinking is needed by our financial admininstrators.'

We welcome contributions, comments and tips.
	a1admin@sph.com.sg
	9180 1253 (SMS)
	6319 8177