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Exploring Risk Management Strategies for Malaysians in Personal Finance and Investments
Take proactive steps listed in this guide to protect yourself from taking unnecessary financial risks. Managing personal financial risk is crucial for maintaining financial stability and achieving long-term goals. Malaysians face various financial risks, including [...]
How to Plan a Low Budget Christmas Celebration and Have Fun too!
Christmas is a time for joy, celebration, and spending time with loved ones but it can also be a time of financial stress, as the holiday season often [...]
5 Tips for Using Technology to Enhance Your Financial Advisory Strategy
The synergy between financial advisory and technology can create a good dynamic for bringing the best services to clients. Learn more about using technology to enhance your advisory [...]
6 Financial Actions You Should Carry Forward into Next Year
Blaze into the new year with these 6 finance principles! As we approach the end of the year, we reflect on what we have done well especially in [...]
The Pros and Cons of Crowdfunding for Investors
The concept of crowdfunding has become more popular, gathering like-minded individuals to invest in a product, no matter how small the amount invested. Crowdfunding involves gathering modest contributions [...]
Latest News
ASB Historical Returns from 1990 to 2020
Amanah Saham Bumiputera (ASB) historical returns from the fund's launch in 1990 to the latest returns in 2020. Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) just announced the lowest distribution in Amanah Saham Bumiputera (ASB) in 30 years, [...]
US Labels China as Currency Manipulator
US escalates trade war including labeling China as a currency manipulator. US, global, and Malaysian markets turned red in response. Investors head towards government bonds and the Japanese Yen. [...]
Is it Right to Take Hotel Stuff Back Home?
Have you ever taken stuff back from the hotel you were staying at? Don't lie now! Is this considered smartly saving money or is this actually theft? [...]
What Does US Fed Rate Cut Mean?
US Federal Reserve Bank cut rates by a quarter basis points. However, the impact of the rate cut was different from expected norms. What gives? US Fed Rate [...]
What Malaysians Need to Know About EPF Nomination
You need to know this about your EPF retirement funds nomination. Don't risk falling for viral hoaxes. Get accurate information on your nomination and beneficiaries! EPF Nomination "By [...]
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MaybankPay – 1st MY Mobile Wallet
Maybank launches the 1st Malaysian mobile wallet on your smartphone targeting 20k users in 2016. How to Use 1. Download MaybankPay app 2. Register cards (max 8 cards) 3. Tap on SmartPhone to pay [...]
In Depth: The 1MDB Chronicles
The largest ever corruption charge from USA levelled against companies and individuals linked to 1MDB including seizure of assets. Various other countries including Singapore have taken action against individuals linked to 1MDB. Track what’s happening to 1MDB [...]
The Trump Effect
What could very well happen if Donald Trump become's the 45th president of the United States of America after securing his party's nomination & announcing his running mate. The Trump Effect Trump often makes populist moves [...]
Are You an Average Accumulator of Wealth?
What does your net worth mean? How do you measure it? A good way is to look at your net worth vs your Accumulation of Wealth Goal. Average Accumulator of Wealth (AAW) is defined as having [...]
Financial Roundup: Dec 9th, 2014
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Personal Finances
From Paycheck to Prosperity: Mastering the Art of Budgeting with Intention and Purpose
Being financially healthy starts with the basics, and budgeting is one of the fundamentals of achieving this goal. Budgeting might not sound like the most glamorous topic in the world, but we promise you, it's [...]
Dealing Financially with Divorce
Divorce is rough on all parties involved. Make it easier to face by being prepared for the implications on your financial lives. The original version of this article was published on FundingSocieties.com.my. The latest Department of [...]
The Ethical Investor: Personal Finance Meets Sustainability
The image of capitalist corporations exploiting where they can in the pursuit of wealth is challenged as the public demands businesses show more accountability and responsibility in their actions. The concept of ethical investing has [...]
Risk Management & Estate Planning
Free Car Assistance Program
Did you know that Great Eastern Life Assurance provides a free Car Assistance program? Criteria: Health Protector, Investment Link Health Protector or qualified ILP medical plan Note: Please check with your insurance agent/provider to confirm [...]
Will Taking Effect
When does a will take effect? What about if it's a "soldier's will"? When does a will take effect? In Malaysia, a will basically takes effect immediately after it's properly written out & signed by [...]
GST & Insurance
GST (Goods & Service Tax) will affect medical insurance & personal accident coverage. Impact to policyholders/lives assured Life Insurance products such as whole life, endowment, term life policies are exempted and will not be subject to GST. [...]
Investing
2023 September Market Outlook
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The Future of Robo-Advisors
Robo-advisors represent an undeniable shift in the world of finance. The choice of how we navigate this change remains with us. In the 21st century, an era marked by remarkable technological advancements, we find ourselves [...]
2023 August Market Outlook & Review
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