Money Talks - MT Explains: Everything you need to know before investing in gold
Central banks around the world are looking to increase their gold reserves, seeking a safe haven amid global uncertainty. How can individual investors get in on the action? How much of one’s portfolio should be allocated to this precious metal? Shaokai Fan, global head of central banks and head of APAC (excluding China) from the World Gold Council, breaks it down.
Money Talks - Is it dangerous to invest in a meme stock?
The 2021 GameStop saga introduced the world to meme stock mania. Now, with the likes of GoPro and Krispy Kreme in the spotlight, the phenomenon is returning. Andrea Heng speaks with SMU's Associate Professor of Finance (Education), Aurobindo Ghosh, to unpack the psychology behind the hype and the risks for retail investors.
Money Talks - How to choose the right mobile phone plan
No contract, large data packages and free overseas internet roaming. These are just some of the perks that mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) in Singapore are offering. Dinesh Dayani of DollarsandSense.sg discusses what to watch for in the fine print and how to know when it’s finally time to make the switch.
Money Talks - MT Explains: Understanding the benefits of corporate insurance
Many jobs come with corporate insurance coverage but for those who want extra protection, they may consider paying for a personal insurance policy. Which policy should you claim first and how do you make the most out of your company insurance policy? Peggy Chan from the Institute for Financial Literacy shares what to look out for.
Money Talks - MT Explains: What does it mean when a company goes public?
When companies like Reddit and Grab are listed on the stock exchange, there is often a buzz. But what does “going public” really mean for the company and for you as an investor? In this week’s Money Talks Explains, Dr Zhang Weina from NUS Business School unpacks the ins and outs of getting an Initial Public Offering (IPO), how prices are decided and whether it’s wise to invest in newly listed stocks.
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