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  • 5. Understanding Interest Rates

    5. Understanding Interest Rates
    2024/11/11
    Welcome to Finance ABC! I’m Emma Lai, and today we’re going to dig deep into a subject that underpins so many financial decisions: interest rates. This isn’t just a number we hear on the news — interest rates are one of the most powerful levers in finance. They influence everything from the housing market to the value of the dollar, and from credit card payments to the overall health of the economy. By understanding how interest rates work, you’ll not only make more informed financial decisions, but you’ll also get a glimpse into how economic policies shape our daily lives.

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    13 分
  • 4. Time Value of Money: Applications

    4. Time Value of Money: Applications
    2024/11/04
    Welcome back to Finance ABC! I’m your host, Emma Lai. Today, we’re diving into one of the foundational concepts of finance: the time value of money, or TVM for short. Now, you may have heard this phrase tossed around in discussions about saving, investing, or making big purchasing decisions, but today we’re going to go beyond just defining it. We’re going to explore how the time value of money actually plays out in real-world situations. I’ll give you practical examples, situations where you might use TVM, and some easy ways to think about it.

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    11 分
  • 3. Time Value of Money: Concepts

    3. Time Value of Money: Concepts
    2024/11/04
    Welcome to Finance ABC, where we make financial concepts simple, accessible, and applicable to your everyday life. Today, we're diving into the idea of the "Time Value of Money," a fundamental concept in finance that sounds a bit technical at first, but is actually something that affects every financial decision we make. Understanding it can give you a sharper lens for evaluating investments, savings, loans, and even day-to-day spending decisions. So, by the end of today’s episode, you’ll know why money in your pocket today is worth more than the same amount in the future, and how you can use this concept to make better financial decisions.

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    9 分
  • 2. The Financial System and the Economy

    2. The Financial System and the Economy
    2024/11/04
    Welcome to Finance ABC. Today, we’re diving deep into a topic that shapes all our lives in countless ways—"The Financial System and the Economy." We often hear about economic booms, recessions, stock market highs and lows, inflation, and interest rates, but what’s behind these headlines? How does the financial system work, and what impact does it have on the broader economy? Understanding this connection is not only fascinating but also practical for anyone who wants to make informed financial decisions.

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    9 分
  • 1. Introduction to Finance: Scope and Importance

    1. Introduction to Finance: Scope and Importance
    2024/11/04
    Welcome to Finance ABC! I’m Emma Lai, your host, and I’m thrilled to have you here. I’ve spent over a decade in finance, working across different areas from investment analysis to financial planning, and one thing I’ve always noticed is how intimidating finance can seem to those not directly working in it. A lot of financial information out there feels overly complex or inaccessible, and I started this podcast to change that. My goal with Finance ABC is to break down these financial concepts into clear, everyday language, making finance approachable and relevant. Whether you’re just starting your financial journey or looking to deepen your understanding, this podcast is here to give you the tools to make informed, confident decisions about money, no matter where you are in life.

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    11 分