The Big Story: Rich in income, poor in wealth? Singapore’s inequality gap

Singaporeans are earning more than ever, with median household incomes crossing $12,000 a month in 2025. But higher paychecks don’t tell the whole story.Wealth inequality remains much more pronounced, with the richest households holding far more assets than the rest. So what does that really mean for everyday families? Are some people being left behind despite higher wages? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Ee Cheng Ong, Associate Professor, Economics, National University of Singapore, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.