From YA 2027, the automatic DTDi expenditure cap rises to S$400,000 and expands to more qualifying internationalisation activities. Here’s how SMEs can factor the enhanced tax deduction into overseas expansion budgets without underestimating cash-flow and market-entry risks.
Energy-efficient equipment can lower operating costs, but grant support alone does not make an investment worthwhile. Here’s how SMEs can calculate payback periods, test energy savings, account for installation and financing costs, and assess whether an EEG-supported investment makes financial sense.
Switching suppliers can reduce supply chain risk but also increase freight, inventory and working capital costs. Here’s how SMEs can calculate the true cost of supplier diversification and assess whether BizAdapt support changes the financial case.
EFS-M&A now supports financing for local and overseas acquisitions. Here’s how SMEs can assess sustainable cash flow, integration costs, debt service, working capital and downside risk before deciding how much acquisition financing a target can support.
From 1 September 2026 to 31 March 2027, the EFS Project Loan temporarily supports secured domestic construction projects with a 70% government risk share. Here’s how construction SMEs can assess project cash flow, margins, payment timing and repayment capacity before borrowing.
From 1 September 2026 to 31 March 2027, the EFS SME Working Capital Loan risk share rises to 70% for all eligible enterprises. Here’s what SMEs should review about borrowing needs, repayment capacity, stress testing and financing terms before applying.
From 30 September 2026, the new EDGE Grant will replace EDG, MRA and PSG. Here’s what Singapore SMEs should review about eligibility, the S$100,000 annual support cap, reimbursement timing, project prioritisation and cash-flow planning before committing to a new investment.
