How to maximise your SRS money early

The Monetary Authority of Singapore’s latest figures show that 19 per cent of the money that Singaporeans put into their Supplementary Retirement Scheme (SRS) accounts goes uninvested, appreciating at a measly 0.05 per cent per annum. With inflation eroding idle funds, more can be done after toppin…

Inflation, tariffs, AI stocks: Where are markets headed in 2026?

With talk of an AI bubble and expectations that the US economy will slow down, 2026 looks set to be another unpredictable year for investors. But where does that leave your savings, loans and investments? OCBC’s chief economist, Selena Ling, joins Andrea Heng to discuss what to expect in the year a…

Best Of: Does mother know best? How to talk to your parents about their finances

Having the “money talk” with your parents can be daunting, especially when they’re reluctant to listen. But with housing assets, health costs and retirement planning at stake, these talks are critical. Vera Lau from Saxo shares what worked in her own experience and breaks down how to approach the c…

Best Of: When does dollar-cost averaging really pay off?

Dollar-cost averaging (DCA) is often seen as a safe and disciplined way to invest, but does it always work? From risk aversion to market timing, Isaac Lim, Chief Market Strategist at Moomoo, shares with Andrea Heng when DCA helps – and when it may be holding you back.

Best Of: How global events shake oil prices - and your wallet

When geopolitical tensions flare up, all eyes turn to oil. But why does this commodity trigger global anxiety? In this episode of Money Talks Explains, energy expert Vandana Hari from Vanda Insights unpacks how changes in oil prices can have a ripple effect through economies – impacting policies, p…

Best Of: Thinking of investing your CPF? Here's what you need to know

Beyond using your CPF to buy a home or as a retirement plan, it can also be used for investments. But what are the risks involved? In this episode of Money Talks, Christopher Tan from Providend explains how to avoid some common investment pitfalls.

What I wish I knew about money in my 20s

Most people in their 20s only start saving when faced with big life changes – marriage, kids or buying a house. But waiting can cost you. Drawing from his own financial journey, Walter Tan shares his personal wake-up call and what he wishes he had done earlier with his money. This episode is broug…

The sandwiched generation: How can you create a financial plan that works?

Caught between caring for ageing parents and young children, Singapore’s “sandwiched generation” faces both time and financial pressure. Yuvaraj Uthaman joins Andrea Heng to share his own financial journey caring for his ageing parents, raising his one-year-old son and trying to set aside money for…

What it really takes to retire well – not just retire

Planning for retirement no longer means a hard stop at 65 years old. With longer life spans and rising living costs, Singaporeans are now planning for a flexible, active second act in life. Andrea Heng speaks to Lim Szer Khee from Prudential Singapore to find out how you can fund a meaningful retir…

The new financial blueprint for today's Singapore dream

For Gen Zs and millennials, financial success is no longer about the 5Cs - it’s about freedom. And that requires a new kind of financial blueprint. From side hustles to micro-retirements, Andrea Heng sits with Jocelyn Kau from Prudential Financial Advisers Singapore to discuss what it will take to …