Rising costs and job insecurity intensify money-related anxiety, but seeking support and planning can help mitigate the psychological toll and foster resilience in financial adversity. Money is never simply cash in hand. It pays for food, rent, power, transport, children,…
Financial advisers emphasise the importance of gradually increasing savings and investments alongside income growth, leveraging automation and micro-savings strategies to build long-term financial resilience. As pay rises, many people let spending expand at the same pace. Financial advisers say a…
Samsung Life Insurance has introduced a 7-year premium payment plan and launched an expanded version of its flagship health policy, offering greater flexibility and enhanced protection against major illnesses starting August 13. Samsung Life Insurance said on August 12 it…
Access Bank advises customers to remain vigilant as scammers increasingly target online deals and discounts amid rising transaction volumes, highlighting new measures to combat financial crime. Access Bank has warned customers to be alert to fraudsters exploiting promotional offers, shopping…
Banking websites must prioritise clarity and accessibility, offering streamlined paths and inclusive design to enhance customer confidence and reduce friction in digital financial services. Digital banking works best when it feels obvious. For banks, credit unions and other financial firms,…
Prudential Singapore has issued a warning about increasing impersonation scams by fraudsters posing as company staff and financial officials, prompting calls for heightened public caution amid broader industry threats. Prudential Singapore has warned the public about scammers posing as company…
August 14 marks National Financial Awareness Day, encouraging individuals to assess their money habits, set achievable goals, and leverage educational tools to build long-term financial security amid rising economic pressures. National Financial Awareness Day, observed each year on August 14,…
The Ajman Department of Human Resources has organised a financial awareness workshop aimed at improving personal financial habits among government workers, reflecting a broader push to support family stability and workforce resilience. The Ajman Department of Human Resources has held…
A stress-free retirement depends on careful financial planning, maintaining social ties, and engaging in meaningful activities to foster a balanced and fulfilling post-work life. Retirement is often imagined as an unhurried reward after decades of work, but the transition can…
A focus on healthspan reveals that costly lifestyle commitments may cut into the limited healthy years available to earn and enjoy life. New tools highlight the need for deliberate spending to safeguard both wealth and wellbeing. A comfortable lifestyle can…
Consumer investigator Brian Roche warns that changes to social media adverts after approval threaten user safety, with scammers exploiting platform vulnerabilities through AI manipulation and account hacks. Experts advise consumers to verify before purchasing to avoid financial loss. Consumer investigator…
With fixed-rate loans remaining out of reach for many buyers due to high mortgage rates, adjustable-rate mortgages are resurging as a more affordable alternative, prompting lenders and borrowers to weigh the risks and benefits carefully amid ongoing market uncertainties. Adjustable-rate…
