The Financial Coconut Podcast

I’m sure you’ve scrolled through social media and you see posts/tweets about AI becoming smarter and CAN REPLACE you at your workplace! But then you get memes and jokes about AI like that meme of AI identifying a cat as a dog. It really makes you wonder if AI really is truly capable of replacing humans. How can you future proof your work, career, life and finances? Should you fear the next frontie...

Welcome to Blockcast! Here's the crypto news for the week: 04:27 Crypto regulation has become a warzone 18:09 The race for hub status 37:19 Temasek’s Relationship with Amber Group  For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut Disclaimer: The content in Blockcast is solely...

How can we encourage youngsters to get married and have kids? Wah saying that out loud gives us goosebumps. Singapore’s fertility rate has once again made it into the parliamentary discussion. As the number of senior citizens in the country rapidly increases, and the total fertility rate stay depressed, is this a downward spiral for our nation? What practices can the Government implement to help u...

TFC version 01:23, 32:40, 56:25 ad timestamps 14:21 - Macro 20:51 - Cost of living 32:41 - CPF 39:46 - Property Markets For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut Disclaimer: The content in TFC Stock Geekout is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serv...

Is “Forward Singapore” more of the same talk and no action? With cost of living on the massive rise, and our island becoming increasingly dense, success feels out of reach for some. Or is it a phenomenon of the next generation of Singapore, redefining what success means to us? We casually roll our eyes at “the Singaporean dream” and be like, Sian. But what do we really want? What does success mean...

Everyone has heard of the 50/30/20 strategy for budgeting but is it really the most efficient strategy? Well our host Reggie has a different opinion 😏 Come along as we discuss and put together a budgeting strategy that truly fits your needs and even allows for personal SPLURGING! For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other sho...

There’s always 1 factor that could make or break a relationship. Are you an earner, spender or saver? Everyone has their own set of financial ideas, when getting into a relationship / choosing a partner. On today’s episode of Wise and Shine, we ask the question: what if your partner doesn’t share the same financial ideas as you? Would you impose the same financial ideas on them or would you be fin...

Welcome to Blockcast! Here's the crypto news for the week: 02:36 - Can we trust the Fed?  11:40 - What’s behind the Coinbase rally? 26:19 - Why do luxury brands want to be associated with this space?  Disclaimer: The content in TFC Stock Geekout is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations. For all other links mentioned, o...

I cannot imagine being in an LDR, the lack of touch, the endless thoughts and the sheer distance, I simply can’t. Then there is weird Farmer Chris and now wife Cheryl that did 3 years of LDR. They just got married and Chris says “LDR is cheaper and better la!”. Does this mean I can now adjust my Tindr location and embark on my new budget dating strategy? Wow. Join us on this weeks episode of Chill...

Welcome to TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week: 05:25 - Tech Industry Updates 19:10 - Should You Hop On The CICT Train? 32:48 - Shell Doubles In Profit, Now What? Follow our socials for more content and updates! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VGfoRX TikTok: https://bit.ly/3X0LsRE Youtube: https://bit.ly/3WPpcuj Telegram: https://bit.ly/3vzRdtS Website: https://thefinancialco...

Everything’s more expensive, but your salary is still the same.. You’re now even further away from your dream life… Haih damn sien but have you tried asking for a raise? We may not be used to asking for more due to our “Asian Culture” but we believe you should! Who wouldn't love a salary increase? Maybe it is about achieving that slightly more lux lifestyle, maybe it is about accumulating towards...

If I even entertain the idea of putting my parents in a nursing home, does that mean I’m not filial? But what if I really am unable to care for them 24/7? Everything and everyone wants my attention, I am mere a young adult figuring life. Sigh. Are my parents stunting me? Join us on this episode of Wise&Shine as answer those questions and continue to expand our voices on this touchy topic of Fi...

Welcome to Blockcast! Here's the crypto news for the week: 02:31 : Bondee Unmasked 12:26 : D&D Fans Assemble To Take On Capitalism 20:32 : Bright Future Ahead for VitaDAO as Pfizer joins with $4.1Million? Follow our socials for more content and updates! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VGfoRX TikTok: https://bit.ly/3X0LsRE Youtube: https://bit.ly/3WPpcuj Telegram: https://bit.ly/3vzRdtS Website: htt...

Is this stock halal? Oh it isn't? Isit true that Muslims cannot make interest returns? Is wealth accumulation a taboo? It's difficult looking for Shariah Compliant investments isn't it? Islamic finance has evolved throughout the years, from the days of merchant trading to structured investment products governed by the principles of Islam today. Join Reggie, Tysha and Raj from F...

Welcome to TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week: 05:02 - Tesla’s New Arch Enemy 17:18 - Johnson and Johnson files for bankruptcy? 28:05 - Parkway Life REIT Latest Earnings Follow our socials for more content and updates! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VGfoRX TikTok: https://bit.ly/3X0LsRE Youtube: https://bit.ly/3WPpcuj Telegram: https://bit.ly/3vzRdtS Website: https://thefin...

A 3% on cash management accounts with ZERO risk?? Sounds a little too good to be true, so what’s ACTUALLY going on? Join us as we discuss the things you should KNOW before deciding if Cash Management Accounts are the right option for you! Follow our socials for more content and updates! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VGfoRX TikTok: https://bit.ly/3X0LsRE Youtube: https://bit.ly/3WPpcuj Telegram: https...

Being filial to your parents is a MUST right? But what really contributes to being FILIAL? Whether it be giving your parents a monthly allowance or spending time with them, is that really ALL there is to being FILIAL? Join US and our guest Zat, Head of Content for Rice Media, on our TWO Part series discussing OUR different views, ways and comments regarding FILIAL PIETY. — Welcome to The Financial...

Welcome to Blockcast! Here's the crypto news for the week: 01:33 - Will The Leading Crypto Ever Prove Its Worth As Digital Gold? 09:50 - Sparrow Investors Want Their Money Back 21:52 - SG Whale Buys $1M In DeGods NFTs Follow our socials for more content and updates! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VGfoRX TikTok: https://bit.ly/3X0LsRE Youtube: https://bit.ly/3WPpcuj Telegram: https://bit.ly/3vzRdtS Web...

Despite the name ‘Islamic finance’, it’s not just for Muslims! What is the Islamic view on money and what are some values of Islamic finance that we can learn and apply in our own personal finance? In Part 1 of this mini series on Islamic finance, join TFC host Andrew and co-host Raj from Five Pillars as we discuss all about Islamic finance along with our guests Ridhwaan and Hakim from IF@SG (Isla...

Have you heard of Islamic finance? As with everything else in their lives, financial services also need to be halal for our Muslims friends! What constitutes as Islamic finance? In this episode, we explore Islamic finance in detail with our guest host Tysha and guest, Raj from Five Pillars , a Singapore-based advisory and consultancy firm that specializes in Islamic banking and finance. Want to fi...

Welcome to Blockcast! Here's the crypto news for the week: 03:15: Is The Massive Spike In SHIB Coins Just A Fad? 09:39: Ukraine Deputy PM Wants His Salary In Cryptocurrency? 19:59 : A Sobering, Non-Crypto Bro View On DAOs Follow our socials for more content and updates! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VGfoRX TikTok: https://bit.ly/3X0LsRE Youtube: https://bit.ly/3WPpcuj Telegram: https://bit.ly/3vzRdtS...

Back when we were kids, our elders taught us how to CNY their way, from NOT sweeping the floors to saving ALL our angbao money. But is that really the ONLY way to CNY or is there a BETTER way? Let’s FIND OUT together with our guests Chris aka HoneyMoneySG and REIT specialist Kenny Loh ! Follow our socials for more content and updates! IG : https://instagram.com/thefinancialcoconut?igshid=MDM4ZDc5M...

Welcome to TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week: 03:48 - TSMC To The MOON 14:04 - China’s Population DROPS For The First Time In 60 Years 24:48 - Is China Sitting On A Golden Goose?  Follow our socials for more content and updates! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VGfoRX TikTok: https://bit.ly/3X0LsRE Youtube: https://bit.ly/3WPpcuj Telegram: https://bit.ly/3vzRdtS Website...

7% interest on your savings account? Sign me up! But wait a minute… what’s the catch? Tune in to First Dibs as we dive into the fine print and find out what it really takes to obtain the 7% on your savings account! Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendations. Follow our socials for m...

Honesty is the best policy... really? What if we tell you lying can also be a useful skill set? Challenge your ideas about honesty with us in this episode! — Welcome to The Financial Coconut, your source for empowering financial knowledge and unlocking possibilities. Join us as we explore personal finance, investing and more. Get ready to take control of your financial future and live your best li...