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

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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

A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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