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Welcome to the Temasek Youth Challenge 2025 Organised in partnership with The Simple Sum.

Join Jack and his partner-in-crime, Chickpea, as they embark on their financial literacy journey! Dive into engaging educational content, join lively conversations and take part in a spirited challenge where what you learn could win you real cash. Don't miss out on the fun and see how far your skills can take you!

Learn More
  1. About the challenge

  2. What you'll learn

  3. How it works

  4. Final Challenge

A youth-oriented financial literacy programme in Singapore, organised by Temasek in partnership with The Simple Sum.

In today's fast-paced world, being financially savvy isn't just a nice-to-have anymore - it's a necessary life skill. This year, Temasek, in partnership with The Simple Sum, have put together a fun and engaging series designed to level up your financial literacy game and boost your confidence when it comes to making informed financial moves.

By the end of this challenge, you'll have a better understanding of how to weigh your options and understand the trade-offs behind financial decision-making. You'll also dive into research, due diligence, and geopolitical narratives to see how global events impact markets and learn how to critically evaluate investment opportunities. Finally, you'll learn about the art of building a balanced portfolio with insights into sustainable returns, economic cycles, and diversification, helping you understand your risk appetite and how to navigate market ups and downs.

What's more, if you qualify for the finale, you'll have a chance to put your knowledge to the test in a real-world investment challenge, with a shot at winning some serious prize money. What a way to kickstart your investment journey!

Whether you're new to the world of finance or are looking at levelling up your money game, this is your opportunity to take charge of your financial future.

Participants should be:

Want to find out more about the challenge? Click the link below to view our FAQs!

Frequently Asked Questions

Aged 17 - 26

The Temasek Youth Challenge is a programme tailored for students pursuing education at the post-secondary to undergraduate level.

Residing in Singapore

You must be residing in Singapore in order to participate in this challenge.

What You'll Learn

Join us on an exciting journey into the world of investments and financial literacy! Empower yourself with knowledge of key investment concepts as you continue your journey towards financial independence. Expect to learn more about:

Risk, Return, and Opportunity Cost

Understand how to balance potential gains with potential losses.

Importance of Research and Due Diligence

Learn why careful research and preparation matter in every financial decision.

Impact of Geopolitical Developments and Market Volatilities

Discover how global events affect your personal finances.

Economic Cycles

Gain insights into economic trends and their impact on investments.

Portfolio Diversification

Find out how spreading your investments can help you manage risk and achieve sustainable returns.

How the Challenge Works

The Challenge consists of three learning modules, each designed to build on your financial knowledge.

1. Register

Registration for the challenge starts from 25th July.

2. Begin Your Online Learning Modules

Start your interactive learning modules from 25th August. These modules cover fundamental topics related to investing and personal finance. Each module is accompanied by a quiz to test your knowledge. Submit your online quiz responses by 10th September for a chance to qualify for the finale!

3. In-Person Finale Event

Selected top-performing participants will gather on 20th September for a full-day, action-packed event.

4. Exclusive Post-Challenge Workshop

Finalists will also have the opportunity to attend an exclusive workshop hosted by Temasek, which will provide learning opportunities about Temasek from the inside.

Final Challenge

In-person event

Selected finalists will gather on 20th September for an exciting in-person finale event, working collaboratively to tackle our final challenge. You'll have the chance to showcase your strategic thinking and adaptability as you navigate unexpected twists and present your innovative solutions. Get ready to think on your feet and compete for top honours! Winners stand a chance to win up to SGD 1,000 each!