How to Master Risk and Find Value in Mid-Caps

Forget the blue chips. Singapore’s iEdge Next 50 indices are outperforming the STI by significant margins, signalling a seismic shift in market focus. Are mid-caps the new sweet spot for growth, offering higher potential with less small-cap volatility? Experts dissect the fundamentals, risk managem…

Why a wealth manager started a portfolio for his 6-month-old

Feeling squeezed by school fees, ageing parents, and volatile markets? You’re not alone.  Howie Lim chats with OCBC’s Timothy Liew, a wealth-management pro and fellow parent, about investing wisely when life gets expensive. Timothy opens up about his disastrous first trade, how he builds his core-…

Prudent planning, protected pockets

If you’re worried about inflation eating into your savings, discover the art of "right-siting" your insurance. We're not just cutting premiums; we're freeing up capital for smarter investments. Learn how to identify over-insurance, maximise value, and even use tech tools to ensure your coverage fit…

Project You: How to fund your mini-retirement

Forget slogging until 65 before retiring or taking a break. Discover the rising trend of mini-retirements – a "Project You" career pause that's surprisingly achievable. Howie Lim gets experts to reveal how to plan, fund, and navigate these strategic breaks, turning your financial fears into a roadm…

Breaking the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle

Is a strong work ethic enough to escape the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle? Many Singaporeans prioritise immediate gratification over long-term financial security. We need to challenge the old ideas of saving and explore automated strategies with Benjamin Tan from Chocolate Finance. Synopsis: Every Mo…

Why even CEOs stick to dollar-cost averaging

Forget what you think you know about investing. Even the CEO of an online brokerage embraces "basic" strategies. Howie Lim discovers from Ian Leong of Tiger Brokers Singapore why dollar-cost averaging (DCA) isn't just for beginners, how emotions sabotage your portfolio, and what's truly in a season…

Unlock your SRS: Invest smart, retire rich

Think of it as a tax-shielded account that's also a financial snooze-button! Discover how to invest smartly and save on taxes with your SRS funds. Don’t let your money sit there! Howie Lim finds out more from Jeremy Foo from StashAway and Hugh Chung from Endowus. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Busine…

The truth about TikTok money: Avoiding pitfalls and building long-term wealth

Think your "girl math" makes that coffee purchase free? Or that an $800 credit card spend for airport lunch is a "side hustle"? Join Howie Lim and Seth Wee as they hilariously debunk TikTok finance trends. Discover how to build real wealth, enjoy life's splurges guilt-free, and distinguish between …

Retire rich, spend smarter - Beat the "guilt of spending"

Many build financial fortresses only to feel guilty spending a penny. But you don't just want to be rich, you want to live richly as well. How can you get over the psychological hurdle of spending in retirement? Learn to redefine wealth beyond numbers, embrace "Ikigai goals," and create a spending …

Can dividend investing be your ticket out of a 9-5?

If you’re ready to ditch the 9-to-5, David Kuo, co-founder of The Smart Investor, reveals if dividend investing is your golden ticket to financial freedom. Discover how he transformed his wealth, navigated market volatility, and even found peace through income generation. Howie Lim has a candid ch…