Women today play a critical role in driving economic development. They are generating more wealth than ever before and gaining economic influence, particularly in the roles of consumers, wealth accumulators and investors.

According to Nielsen, by 2028, women will own 75 per cent of discretionary spending, making them the world’s greatest influencers.

How are financial services catering to the needs of the modern woman? Lee Kim Siang speaks to Jacquelyn Tan, managing director, group head personal financial services, UOB to find out more.

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This episode of Future of Finance podcast is presented by UOB.

Highlights:

00:49 Financial needs and goals that women often face

03:03 The rise of financial independence among women

05:13 Empowering women financially

07:05 Women's spending patterns in Singapore

08:25 Unique benefits of female-only cards

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UOB Lady’s Credit Card & Lady’s Savings Account

UOB Card Deals

UOB Savings Promotion

Written and hosted by Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg)

With Jacquelyn Tan, managing director, group head personal finance services, group retail, UOB

Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Lee Kim Siang & Emily Liu

Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

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Impact investing isn't just about financial returns; it's also about making a difference. However impact investing isn't without its challenges and complexities. We speak with Seah Kian Wee, CEO, UOB Venture Management to find out more.

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Highlights:

00:37: Is there a growing interest in impact investing?

03:33: Focus on South-east Asia and China

04:51: Sectors that have seen the most impact

07:06: Challenges and risks

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UOB Venture Management

Written and hosted by Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg)

With Seah Kian Wee, CEO, UOB Venture Management

Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

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It’s never too early to start planning for retirement. As Singapore ages and living costs rise, there’s a growing risk of outliving our retirement savings. Lee Kim Siang sits down with Adrian Low from DBS to talk about how we can all get started with investing for retirement.

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Highlights:

00:36 Why retirement planning starts early

03:12 DBS' holistic approach to retirement planning

04:50 Exploring DBS' Retirement digiPortfolio

08:28 Who should invest in DBS' Retirement digiPortfolio?

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DBS Retirement digiPortfolio

Investing according to your changing life stages

Written and hosted by Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg)

With Adrian Low, product manager, DBS digiPortfolio

Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Lee Kim Siang & Emily Liu

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Starting a business is not an easy journey. Many obstacles along the way could make or break the dream. In this episode, BT’s Lee Kim Siang sits down with Paul Kan from UOB to talk about the challenges faced by young entrepreneurs in the startup landscape, and the resources out there for budding entrepreneurs.

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Highlights:

00:40 Rising costs and cash flow management

02:26 Integrated solutions for business efficiency

04:02 Supporting women entrepreneurs

06:09 Advice for young entrepreneurs

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UOB’s SME Hub

Hosted by: Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg)

With Paul Kan, country head, Business Banking Singapore, UOB

Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

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UOB is a leading patron of art in Asia, championing Southeast Asian art and artists across the region over the past four decades. What is the connection between art and banking? How has this shared history shaped UOB’s business today?

Lee Kim Siang sits down with Christine Ip, head of group strategic communications and brand, UOB, to find out.

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Highlights:

02:11 History of UOB’s Painting of the Year Competition

03:45 Art’s role in UOB Heartbeat, the bank’s CSR programme

05:29 The impact of UOB's Painting of the Year competition

06:54 Collaboration with customers and artists

08:01 Strengthening relationships with customers through art

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Championing Southeast Asian Art

Hosted by: Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg)

With Christine Ip, head of group strategic communications and brand, UOB

Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Emily Liu

Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

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HSBC Singapore explores the digital transformation of the banking industry and its impact on businesses through its Digital Horizons report. How will the four key trends highlighted in the report drive the bank's future transformation?

Priya Kini, head of commercial banking, HSBC Singapore, shares her takeaways with Claressa Monteiro.

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Highlights:

00:59 Four trends driving change in businesses

03:33 Insights from the Singapore market

06:03 HSBC's role in supporting client's future needs

08:35 HSBC's own digital transformation journey

10:31 Responding to changing client needs

More about:

International Business Banking | HSBC Singapore

Building Smarter Business Together | HSBC Singapore

Digital Horizons Report Page

Written and hosted by Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg)

With Priya Kini, head of commercial banking, HSBC Singapore

Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

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What if you were told that profits and the planet were not at odds? If you finance companies making the transition to cleaner energy, the outlook is bright for both economic and environmental growth! 

Howie Lim speaks to Luke Edwards, managing director, Renewable Power & Transition, Brookfield Asset Management for more insights.

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Highlights:

01:05 Interest in investing in net zero transition increasing

03:06 Investment in energy infrastructure must rise

05:53 Benefits to value chain productivity

11:55 Challenges with energy transition

14:23 Support for transition investing strategy

16:33 Building on the strategy

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Brookfield Transition Investing

https://www.brookfield.com/zero-compromise

Renewable Power & Transition 

https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/renewable-power-transition

Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

With Luke Edwards, managing director, Renewable Power & Transition, Brookfield Asset Management

Edited by: Claressa Monteiro & Howie Lim

Produced by: Howie Lim

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As many financial entities adopt a digital first approach, digital inclusivity becomes more of a concern. What can be done to assist those who face challenges adapting? 

Serene Koh, head of group digital business and transformation, global consumer financial services, OCBC shares their strategies with Howie Lim. 

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Highlights:

00:58 How inclusive true digitalisation is

02:13 Digital first is not digital only

04:05 Digitally assisting when needed

06:20 Assisting less digitally savvy employees

09:29 Changing mindsets

11:16 Closing gaps in the transformation journey

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OCBC Personal Banking Accounts
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OCBC Digital Silvers Programme
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OCBC Money Lock
https://www.ocbc.com/personal-banking/security/secure-banking-ways/ocbc-moneylock.page

Written and hosted by Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

With Serene Koh, head of group digital business and transformation, global consumer financial services, OCBC

Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Howie Lim

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