Embracing Market Prices to Undercut Inflation's Sting

In Singapore, prices aren't just numbers. They are signals. When prices soar, it's not about government squeezing them back down. Why? Because that risks unintended consequences—like shortages that hurt everyone, starting with the most vulnerable. Recognizing high prices as legitimate signals, Singapore focuses on another approach: making sure help lands where it’s most needed.

Singapore learned its lesson during the energy crisis. The open market—even at a steep $120 per barrel—is what kept the oil flowing into the country. Relying on the market price ensures that Singapore remains a favored destination for sellers. Rejecting market prices? That's a recipe for losing supply. Better to stay engaged with what the market dictates.

Instead of broad, blunt measures to lower prices, Singapore directs its efforts toward targeted assistance. Families who truly need help get it—through utility rebates or cash supports for lower and middle-income households. This approach not only helps those who are struggling but also maintains the market's equilibrium. It's a strategy that combines economic sense with compassion.

It’s a dance between accepting what the market offers and stepping in where it's truly critical. By letting prices express scarcity and value, Singapore calibrates which households deserve support using precise and deliberate actions. It's not just about accepting market high prices—it's about translating them into actionable insights for helping those who need it the most.

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