Episodes

  • 101. Welcome to the World of Monetary Economics - Introducing the podcast's goals and what listeners can expect.

    101. Welcome to the World of Monetary Economics - Introducing the podcast's goals and what listeners can expect.
    Jan 26 2025

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    9 mins
  • 100. Recap and Integration of Financial Concepts

    100. Recap and Integration of Financial Concepts
    Jan 22 2025
    Welcome back to Finance ABC! I’m your host, Emma Lai, and today we’re going to tie everything together with a recap and integration of key financial concepts we’ve covered. If you’ve been listening to past episodes, we’ve explored everything from market ratios to financial statements, investment strategies, and economic principles. But finance isn’t just about knowing each topic in isolation; the real power comes when we start to connect the dots and understand how these concepts interact in the real world.

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    11 mins
  • 99. The Future of Finance: Trends and Predictions

    99. The Future of Finance: Trends and Predictions
    Jan 21 2025
    Welcome back to Finance ABC, everyone! I’m your host, Emma Lai, and today we’re looking into the crystal ball for an exciting and thought-provoking topic: the future of finance. We’re going to dive into some of the biggest trends shaping the financial world today, explore predictions from industry experts, and think through what these changes mean for all of us. Whether you’re an investor, a tech enthusiast, or simply curious about how financial services might look in the next decade, this episode is for you.

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    12 mins
  • 98. High-Frequency Trading and Market Microstructure

    98. High-Frequency Trading and Market Microstructure
    Jan 20 2025
    Welcome back to Finance ABC! I’m Emma Lai, your host, and today we’re diving into a topic that’s at the cutting edge of finance and technology: high-frequency trading, or HFT, and market microstructure. If you’ve ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of stock exchanges, or how modern trading operates at lightning speed, this episode is for you. High-frequency trading and market microstructure are where finance, algorithms, and technology converge, making today’s markets faster, more efficient, but also more complex than ever before.

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    10 mins
  • 97. Microfinance and Financial Inclusion

    97. Microfinance and Financial Inclusion
    Jan 19 2025
    Welcome back to Finance ABC. I’m your host, Emma Lai, and today we’re exploring a powerful force for change in finance: microfinance and its role in promoting financial inclusion. Microfinance might sound like a niche banking term, but its impact reaches far and wide, especially in communities where traditional financial services are hard to come by. For many, it’s more than just banking; it’s a pathway to opportunity and stability. We’ll talk about what microfinance is, how it works, the challenges it faces, and the ways it’s helping to bridge the gap between underserved populations and the financial world.

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    11 mins
  • 96. Principles of Islamic Finance

    96. Principles of Islamic Finance
    Jan 18 2025

    Welcome to Finance ABC! I’m your host, Emma Lai, and today we’re delving into a unique and fascinating topic that’s become an essential part of the global financial landscape: the principles of Islamic finance. Whether you’re new to this concept or already familiar with some of the terms, we’ll be exploring the core values, unique structures, and the philosophy that drives this growing field. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand what sets Islamic finance apart from conventional finance, the principles it’s built on, and why it’s becoming more popular, not just in Muslim-majority countries but around the world.



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    12 mins
  • 95. Impact Investing and Socially Responsible Investing

    95. Impact Investing and Socially Responsible Investing
    Jan 17 2025
    Welcome back to Finance ABC. I’m Emma Lai, and today we’re talking about two powerful trends that have been reshaping the world of finance: impact investing and socially responsible investing, often known as SRI. These two approaches are changing the way people think about investing. Rather than focusing solely on profit, investors are now looking for ways to align their portfolios with their values, supporting companies and projects that make a positive impact on society and the planet.

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    11 mins
  • 94. Sustainable Finance and ESG Investing

    94. Sustainable Finance and ESG Investing
    Jan 16 2025

    Welcome back to Finance ABC. I’m your host, Emma Lai, and today we’re diving into a topic that’s reshaping the financial landscape—sustainable finance and ESG investing. These terms are more than just buzzwords; they represent a shift in how investors and companies approach the broader impact of business on society and the environment. As awareness grows about climate change, social inequality, and corporate governance, more people are paying attention to how companies make money and what they do with it. In this episode, we’ll explore what sustainable finance and ESG investing mean, why they matter, and how they’re influencing decisions in boardrooms and on Wall Street.



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    12 mins