Would you spend $6.2 million on a banana?

Well, someone did. And not just any banana - a single banana duct-taped to a wall.

This is Comedian, a conceptual art piece by Maurizio Cattelan that has sparked debate, laughter, and even disbelief in the art world.

Would you spend $6.2 million on a banana?
Well, someone did. And not just any banana - a single banana duct-taped to a wall.
This is Comedian, a conceptual art piece by Maurizio Cattelan that has sparked debate, laughter, and even disbelief in the art world.

The Numbers Game is a show that uncovers the hidden stories behind every number. Whether it's a record-breaking achievement, an unexpected statistic, or stories on how people spend their money, we reveal the surprising ways numbers shape the world around us.

The Numbers Game is a show that uncovers the hidden stories behind every number. Whether it's a record-breaking achievement, an unexpected statistic, or stories on how people spend their money, we reveal the surprising ways numbers shape the world around us.

The Numbers Game by Alexandra Parada

Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.

Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.

Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.

In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

MONEY FM 89.3

Uncover the hidden stories behind every number. Whether it's a record-breaking achievement, an unexpected statistic, or stories on how people spend their money, we reveal the surprising ways in which numbers shape the world around us.

The Numbers Game: Would you spend $6.2 million on a banana?

Jennie went on The Jennifer Hudson Show and casually mentioned Banana Kick, a sweet Korean snack from her childhood.

Days later, it sparked a global craze and helped boost Nongshim’s market value by $136 million.

Jennie went on The Jennifer Hudson Show and casually mentioned Banana Kick, a sweet Korean snack from her childhood.
Days later, it sparked a global craze and helped boost Nongshim&rsquo;s market value by $136 million.

The Numbers Game: How Jennie’s favorite Korean snack sparked a $136 million craze

A British woman was awarded $50,000 after being compared to Darth Vader at work.

And what was meant as a fun, Star Wars-themed team quiz turned into a serious HR issue.

A British woman was awarded $50,000 after being compared to Darth Vader at work.
And what was meant as a fun, Star Wars-themed team quiz turned into a serious HR issue.

The Numbers Game: How a Star Wars quiz became an HR nightmare

In 1920, Charles Ponzi pulled off one of the most infamous financial scams in history by promising massive returns through a fake investment scheme.

His name would go on to define the “Ponzi scheme,” a fraud that still traps investors today.

In 1920, Charles Ponzi pulled off one of the most infamous financial scams in history by promising massive returns through a fake investment scheme.
His name would go on to define the &ldquo;Ponzi scheme,&rdquo; a fraud that still traps investors today.

The Numbers Game: Would you spend $6.2 million on a banana?

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