The Financial Coconut Podcast

Welcome to TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week: 02:45 - Elon Musk Owns Twitter Now. Let That Sink In. 11:40 - How Well Did The Big Tech Perform This Quarter? (Meta, Alphabet, Microsoft, Apple) 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 men...

If you have invested in growth stocks like Spotify, Tesla, Square, chances are your portfolio has been in the red this year. With the world economy entering a recessionary environment, the stock prices of many growth stocks have also started to plummet. Why are growth stocks not living up to their name? Here’s the twist: a lower stock price doesn’t necessarily mean the company is no longer growing...

Remember how investors went gaga over growth stocks like Alibaba, Tencent and Apple last year? Looks like no one is talking about them nowadays with their plummeting stock prices. Is the heyday of growth investing over?   Before you throw in the towel and sell all your growth stocks, now may be a good time to think about why you went into growth investing in the first place. Let’s hear it fro...

Did you know that 96% of the clothes that we throw away in Singapore end up in landfills? You may want to think twice before you buy that $10 shirt from your favourite fast fashion brand. What can we do to reduce the environmental, societal & financial impact caused by our clothes? Sustainable fashion may be the answer. In this episode, sustainability consultant Chu Wong explains why fast fash...

If all you know about China’s 20th Communist Party Congress is former president Hu Jintao being escorted out, then you should really listen to this breaking episode. We explore 3 lesser-known ideas from the congress and how they will impact the world. Is China really politically unstable right now? Will third term president Xi Jinping attempt to change the world economic order? What does China’s f...

Welcome to TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week: 03:18 - Will Ads Revive Netflix’s Revenue? 16:34 - Who Is Worth More: Tesla Or Apple? 24:42 - Is It Time For Investors To Quit China? 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, or...

How do you know if you’ve become an adult?  When you start paying taxes.  How much do you know about the taxes you pay every year? Where exactly does the tax money go? In this episode, we will attempt to dispel the myth that tax is difficult to understand by breaking down the 3 big buckets of taxes in Singapore. Apparently, our tax structure is pretty simple compared to other countries!...

Once regarded as one of the most prominent American technology companies, Meta’s stock price has taken a dive since the start of 2022. Is Meta still considered a good investment?   Let’s take this opportunity to recap on Meta’s business structure and its prospects together with our guest, Chris Susanto, founder of Re-ThinkWealth.com ! Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/sgo4...

What was the first asset class that you invested in? Chances are it’s not bonds but hey, it’s never too late to look into it! While bonds may not be as ‘exciting’ as stocks and cryptocurrency, they can play an important role in your portfolio, especially in the current stock market. In fact, our guest Chuin Ting (CEO & CIO of MoneyOwl) declared bonds as her ‘first love’! Whether you are new to...

Welcome to TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week: 03:51 - Are You Connected To The Metaverse?  20:41 - Intel’s Mobileye Seeks Lower-Than-Expected Valuation 33:50 - What Really Went Down At China’s 20th Party Congress? Disclaimer: The content in TFC Stock Geekout is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommendati...

Millennials (people born in 1981 - 1996) are in a unique financial situation right now: many are either looking to advance in their careers, become a property owner and/or start a family. However, the current market outlook does not seem promising and there are even signs of a recession. What can millennials do to improve their financial security during this tough period? Fear not, Millennials. As...

Sure, everyone knows e-commerce giant Amazon but did you know 87% of items bought from Etsy cannot be found on Amazon at all? Looks like Etsy has found an edge that even Amazon cannot beat! While not many are familiar with Etsy in Singapore, it doesn’t mean we should overlook this company. Join us today as we geek out on this unique e-commerce company with Timothy Phillips , the head of content an...

Winter is coming… tech winter, that is. Previously on a hiring & spending spree, we are now seeing layoffs among tech companies as they become more conservative in their operations. Is the tech winter a cause for concern, or are there rare opportunities to be seized in this unique situation? In this Chills episode, we discuss how employees & investors in the tech industry can ride out the...

Welcome to TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week: 03:20 - CHIPS Act Doubles Down On Regulations 17:39 - Can The UK Survive a 13.9% Grocery Inflation?  30:00 - Where Else Can We Put Our Money In The Current Economy? 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...

Worried about the recent interest rate hike? You’re not alone. This is one of the reasons why Singapore Savings Bonds (SSBs) are gaining traction among many retail investors recently. What makes SSBs an attractive investment choice and should you invest in it? Let’s learn more about SSBs today with Chuin Ting , CEO & CIO of MoneyOwl! In this insightful and comprehensive episode, Chuin Ting wil...

How the tables have turned. With the acceleration of technology triggered by the pandemic, tech stocks became highly raved by retail investors for the past 2 years but now that the world is stepping out of the pandemic, tech stocks doesn’t seem to be the crowd favourite anymore.  Does this mean tech stocks are no longer profitable? Joining us today to dissect tech stocks is Jeremy Au , a vent...

With an unpredictable stock market in a turbulent world, what can Singaporeans do to ensure that they can continue building up their wealth for retirement and more? 1M65 may be the answer. 1M65 - accumulating $1 million in your CPF accounts by the age of 65 is a popular financial movement that has garnered many followers in Singapore ever since it started in 2015. In this illuminating episode, you...

Welcome to TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week: 02:38 - Is Credit Suisse Becoming The Next Lehman Brothers? 13:51 - One Pound = One USD?! 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, or to discover more from the team at The Financ...

We’ve been taught to be hardworking and strive for the best in whatever we do but what should we do if when we get overwhelmed with the never-ending work in the rat race? Some of us choose to lie flat in life. Yes, you read that right. Lying flat or 躺平 is a growing movement where one takes an indifferent approach to work and life. It is often seen as a silent protest to the fast-paced world that...

In Singapore, we're so used to dealing with insurance agents. Heck, we've probably been approached by a few and may have even bought something from them. It seems like they're so entrenched here but it's a completely different story in other parts of the world. Lemonade started off as in the homeowners insurance space, but now they're publically traded and operate in many Western countries selling...

Everyone should be investing, but the way you approach it may be different depending on your interests and experience. Discover how Beansprout is helping all the different investors out there improve their financial knowledge one bean at a time. PS. Don't forget to spend some time with your investor's mindset too! Disclaimer: The content in The Financial Coconut is solely for education and enterta...

Welcome to TFC Weekly Market Updates! Here's the market news for the week: 03:10 - Are Investors Prepared For A Possible Bear Market? 16:38 - Why Are Google & Meta Implementing Cost Cutting Measures? 24:40 - Are Chinese Banks Worth Investing In? Disclaimer: The content in TFC Stock Geekout is solely for education and entertainment purposes. It does not serve as any form of advice or recommenda...

Are you joining the quiet quitting movement too? The idea of doing just enough in your job has gone viral recently but does quiet quitting actually solve the root of the problem? Let’s dissect the phenomenon of quiet quitting in this episode. What are the actual reasons why someone would be quiet quitting? How do we know if quiet quitting is for us and if not, what else can we do to improve our cu...

“Let’s Google that”. How many times have you said that phrase today? Google has become so intertwined in our lives and that is indeed proof of its success. How much more can this tech conglomerate possibly grow, or is the sky truly the limit? Geek out with our guest Chris Susanto (founder of Re-ThinkWealth.com ) as he shares his expert analysis of Google in this episode. Find out what makes it one...

What do you feel when you hear the word “money”? Some feel a surge of envy while others experience anxiety. Money is such an essential item in our lives but have we ever stopped and ask ourselves: what is my relationship with money? Perhaps it’s time to rethink your relationship with money. The way we view money aka our money narrative has a direct impact on how we use and manage our finances. Joi...