S1E121: How the sandwich generation can get back on track: BT Money Hacks Ep 121

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. The pandemic, current market conditions of sky high inflation, geopolitical tensions and supply chain issues have decimated many people's savings and a demographic particularly affected is the sandwich class: adults who have to care for dependent children and ageing parents, usually at the expense of their own financial health. How can they revitalise their retirement savings? For more insights, correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Elson Goh, head of Asia portfolio management, St James Place.  Highlights of the conversation:  02:15 Financial achievements of Gen S affected by supporting parents 05:45 Factors affecting value of money and savings 07:40 How to hedge against inflation: beware cash drag 09:00 Know your risk appetite and diversify 11:00 Equities a key driver to long term growth Produced by: Howie Lim ([email protected]) and Christopher Lim Edited by: Howie Lim Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month, and rate us on: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN  Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP  Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: [email protected] Do note: All analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast are for your general information only. You should not rely on them in making any decision. Please consult a fully qualified financial adviser or professional expert for independent advice and verification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SPH Media shall not be liable for any loss arising from the use of or reliance on any analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast. SPH Media accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever that may result or arise from the products, services or information of any third parties.  --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market Podcast at: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM   --- For more on personal finance, go to: bt.sg/moneyplaybookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.