Financial literacy

Being rich is successful? 40% of Singaporeans seem to think so

A recent survey found that 40 per cent of Singaporeans think one can be considered “successful” only if they are rich.

Rethink wealth and build a meaningful life at the July 18 InvestMe event

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More hitting CPF retirement targets at the milestone age of 55

Of the 41,000 active CPF members who turned 55 in 2025, 73.4 per cent had set aside the Required Retirement Sum, up from 70.5 per cent in 2024.

The best stocks over the last century are tech companies

The best investments over the past 100 years? Almost all are tech companies, a long-running study shows.

Wall Street’s AI race is fuelling new fears of crowded trading

AI may make investors faster and more informed while also making their trades more crowded, their systems easier to fool and their risk-taking harder to control.

Cashless kids: How digital wallets are replacing pocket money

Oliver Png, 13, used physical cash to pay for things when he was younger, and was given an OCBC debit card for children in early 2025, when his mother felt he could better grasp how to manage money.

Still saying money doesn’t grow on trees? There are better ways to teach kids about it

Involve young toddlers during grocery shopping, where parents can teach the value of things.

OECD urges Singapore, Japan to join global study on financial literacy of 15-year-olds

Ensuring financial literacy among youth and strengthened cyber defences is among the key priorities of the OECD.

Can AI financial advice help you retire more comfortably?

Artificial intelligence can provide general investment advice but cannot give tips based on your personal circumstances.

How to pick the best property to live or invest in

When you are looking for a home, you should always pick the one that would also be desired by other buyers.

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