Starting 5 December 2025, around 3 million Singaporeans will receive cash payouts between S$100 and S$600 — part of the government’s enhanced Assurance Package (AP) announced in Budget 2023.
These payouts are meant to help households cope with rising living costs, and will continue every December until 2026, totaling S$700–S$2,250 per eligible adult over five years.
Who gets what?
💡 Tip: Link your PayNow-NRIC by 23 Nov to receive the payout fastest — by 5 Dec! Otherwise, you’ll get it later via GIRO or GovCash.
🗣 Let’s Talk — What Would You Do With the Cash?
Some people plan to:
💳 Offset year-end expenses or Christmas gifts
💹 Add to investment portfolios (S-REITs, T-bills, stocks)
🎓 Use for education or skills upgrading
We’d love to hear from you —
How will you use your AP cash this year?
Would you rather spend it, save it, or invest it?
If you invest, where would you put your S$600 — fixed deposits, REITs, or even Bitcoin?
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Comments
If I received the payout, I’d likely allocate it toward investments such as S-REITs, T-bills, or even add to my existing ETF portfolio. These options strike a good balance between stability and steady returns, especially in today’s uncertain environment. The goal would be to turn a one-off payout into a small but growing income stream.
That said, I’d also view it as an opportunity to practice disciplined investing — treating it not as “free money” but as capital that deserves thoughtful allocation. After all, building wealth starts with how we manage every dollar, no matter how small.
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