“Building Wealth: Unlocking Investment Strategies and Diversifying Risk”
Event Overview
On 15 March 2025, NTU Investment Interactive Club (NTU-IIC) organised the annual Singapore Financial Conference (SFC) 2025, Singapore’s largest student-led finance conference. Held in collaboration with SMU EYE Investment Club, NUS Investment Society, and Young NTUC, this year’s edition focused on “Building Wealth: Unlocking Investment Strategies and Diversifying Risk.”
Held annually, the conference brings together students from universities, polytechnics, and junior colleges, as well as members of the public, with the aim of promoting financial literacy and awareness. Each year, SFC features a unique theme and is organised in collaboration with various student investment clubs and industry partners. Through insightful talks, interactive panel discussions, and networking sessions with professionals from leading financial institutions, the conference provides a valuable platform for participants to explore key topics in finance, learn practical investment strategies, and gain exposure to careers in the financial sector.
Bringing together 416 attendees, including finance professionals, students, and industry leaders, SFC 2025 provided a platform for insightful discussions on wealth-building strategies, investment opportunities, and the evolving financial landscape.
Keynote Speakers and Highlights
Guest of Honour
Dr. Sarjit Singh, NTU-IIC Industry Advisor, delivered an inspiring closing address, reinforcing the importance of financial literacy and informed decision-making in today’s fast-changing economic environment. He emphasized the key takeaways from the conference and encouraged attendees to apply their newfound insights to navigate the evolving financial landscape with confidence.
Speakers & Panelists
This year’s conference featured an exceptional lineup of speakers and panelists from leading financial institutions:
- Thilan Wickramasinghe – Head of Research, Maybank Investment Banking Group
- Gerald Wong – CEO, Beansprout
- Dan Chang – SGX Trainer and Trading Representative from Philip Capital
- Richard Siaw – Director, Asia, Global X ETFs
- Praveen Jagwani – CEO, UTI International, Board Member of CFA
- Kenneth Ho – Head of Thematic Research and ESG, SeaTown Holdings
- Rena Kwok – Senior Credit Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence
- Han Zhong Liang – Vice President, Investment Strategist, BlackRock
- James Cheo – Chief Investment Officer, SEA and India for Global Private Banking and Wealth, HSBC
- Chuin Ting Weber – CEO, MoneyOwl
- Paul Lin Zikai – Head of Asia ETF Business Development, Nikko AM Asia Limited
- Prof. Matt Dearth, PhD – Faculty Advisor, NTU-IIC & Co-Director, Centre for Sustainable Finance Innovation
Throughout the day, speakers provided expert insights into market trends, wealth management strategies, and career opportunities in finance. Discussions ranged from investment diversification to navigating financial volatility, equipping attendees with practical tools to make informed financial decisions.
Panel Discussions & Networking
Strategies for navigating financial uncertainties
The impact of global economic trends on local investments
The future of fintech and digital assets in modern portfolios
Attendees also had the opportunity to engage directly with industry leaders through interactive Q&A sessions and networking breaks, fostering valuable connections for their professional journeys.
Acknowledgments & Special Thanks
A successful event of this scale would not have been possible without the unwavering support of our organizing team, sponsors, and partners.
Partners
Thank you for their invaluable contributions.
SMU EYE Investment Club NUS Investment Society Securities Investors Association (Singapore) Young NTUC
Sponsors
We appreciate their generous support in empowering financial literacy and investment education.
Tiger Brokers Singapore UTI International Limited iFAST Corporation Ltd. Nikko Asset Management Group Khong Guan
SFC 2025 Event Committee
Looking Ahead
As the largest student-led finance conference in the world, SFC continues to inspire, educate, and connect aspiring investors and professionals. This year’s event reaffirmed NTU-IIC’s commitment to fostering financial literacy and industry engagement.
See you at the next Singapore Financial Conference! 🚀