Can this CPF Update Finally Resolve Financial Anxiety of the Middle Class? [Chills 255, SG Budget 2026 Debate ft Anthea Ong]

Can this CPF Update Finally Resolve Financial Anxiety of the Middle Class? [Chills 255, SG Budget 2026 Debate ft Anthea Ong]

From Chills with TFC by The Financial Coconut

February 25, 2026 · 1h 2m · Episode 255

About this episode

The episode discusses Singapore's financial anxiety and the impact of the national budget on various demographics.

We are talking about Singapore’s structural anxiety, its link to finances, and how the latest national budget impacts everyone - from working professionals to families. Join host Reggie, aka your Chief Financial Coconut, and an expert panel as they break down the burning issue of the day. Meet the Guests: Alex Lee: Former CFO and insurance expert, diving deep into retirement realities and the pressures of achieving “financial freedom”. Dr Kalpana Vignehsa : Institute of Policy Studies, Senior research fellow at NUS, unpacking why Singapore's youth are increasingly anxious and the consequences for family and relationships. Anthea Ong : Former MP and corporate leader, blending her experience to explore how public and private sector insights can reshape policies for a more inclusive society. We discuss: Why professional anxiety is affecting decisions around retirement, relationships, and family planning. The policy shifts in the latest budget, do they address our growing wellbeing crisis? Why mental health and wealth inequality should be front and center in national conversations. Don’t miss out! Tune in to hear from these passionate experts who will challenge your views on economic…

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