Ringgit and Sense

At the onset of 2018, the Malaysian Employers Federation expected 50,000 retrenchments this year. Is the gig economy a viable alternative? Raymond outlines the pros and cons of finding income outside of a regular 9-5 job.

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Post-GE14, Malaysians have seen a seemingly endless stream of news updates.

Amid all this newsflow, how can we ensure we stay the course in achieving our financial goals?

Lawrence helps us digest macroeconomic indicators, and other tips that may help shape our portfolios.

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We tackle the age old chicken and egg question of personal wealth, should I save or should I invest first?

Helping us look into this is our regular guest, Rajen Devadason who gives some sagely insights into the concept of the risk-reward relationship. 

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Losing your job is a very daunting prospect, so today we focus in on this and consider how one can best prepare, or mitigate, the effects of retrenchment.

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In the next three years, one in 10 Malaysians will be aged 60 and above.

By 2040, the ratio is projected to be one in five Malaysians, and the country would have already reached ageing nation status.

In light of these facts we take a look at the 'aged care' industry in Malaysia and the cost involved in growing old and taking care of oneself.

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Even with rising concerns of a US-China trade war, CIMB Principal's CIO is still bullish on equities in the world's second-largest economy. Patrick also outlines some investment strategies for Malaysian retail investors.

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Global stocks have endured several bouts of volatility so far this year. Rajen shares 4 lessons as to how investors can stay true to their personal financial goals amidst these turbulent times.

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Securities Commission Malaysia's 2017 Annual Report acknowledged the 'early success' seen by peer-to-peer financing platforms.

Kristine recounts the traction that Peoplender's platform has gained since launching in July 2017, and shares the risks and opportunities for those considering this alternative financing avenue.

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Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing announced his retirement on March 16, officially handing over the reigns of his business empire to his son Victor Li. What can we learn from the elder Li about having a well-prepared succession in place?

Lawrence walks us through the options available to Malaysian businesses.

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Malaysia's first US dollar-denominated, Shariah-compliant security, called MyETF-50 recently made its debut on Bursa Malaysia. Meanwhile, the Securities Commission Malaysia is expecting to announce the nation's first robo-advisor by June. What does all this mean for your investment strategy? Julian weighs in.

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