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Finance

SEA’s Financial Independence from the Childhood Bedroom

New research from Milieu's 2026 Solo Economy Study reveals why living with family is the dominant housing choice…

Finance

Live, Eat, Repeat: The Real Cost of the ‘Solo Economy’

New research from Milieu's 2026 Solo Economy Study reveals the financial pressures and everyday food challenges facing solo…

Business

How 2026 Rewired Southeast Asian Consumers’ Spending Mindset

In 2026, Southeast Asian consumers have shifted from cautious to deliberate — spending less, but with more intention.…

Current Affairs

Budget 2026: What Singaporeans Value Most in a Changing World

Milieu Insight’s poll of 888 Singaporeans reveals what matters most after Budget 2026: practical support, time and flexibility,…

Current Affairs

Vietnam’s views on new U.S. tariffs and their economic impact

These new tariffs have raised significant concern across the region, and in Vietnam, citizens have shared a range…

Current Affairs

Thailand’s perceptions on new U.S. tariffs: What are people thinking?

When news broke about the new U.S. tariffs on imports from Thailand, it didn’t take long for public…

Current Affairs

Indonesia weighs in on US tariffs

On 2 April 2025, former US President Donald Trump announced a wave of new tariffs targeting Southeast Asia—sending…

Current Affairs

Filipinos react to US tariffs, urge local focus

It began as a headline that felt distant for many- another decision from Washington, another announcement from Donald…

Finance

43% of SG still prefer physical cards for public transport

The appeal of physical cards remains strong for certain commuters in Singapore.

Business

New study highlights financial literacy gap in Southeast Asia

More than half (54%) of Southeast Asians are not actively investing their money.