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- 21 October 2024
- Insights
54% of Indonesian Students Studying or Planning to Study Abroad Are Anxious About Finances, Wise Survey Finds

A new survey by Wise found that many Indonesian students are unprepared for the financial challenges of studying abroad.

- 28 August 2024
- Insights
Dreaming of Studying Abroad? Here Are 5 Things You Must Consider!

Studying abroad is increasingly popular among Indonesian students. To help students decide whether studying abroad is the right choice for them, Wise has compiled five of the most important things ...

- 30 May 2024
- Insights
Beyond the game: Wise survey reveals cricket’s unexpected power to connect Indians around the world

Indians are becoming more international, with 77% of respondents having loved ones abroad. Shared experiences such as talking about food, cricket, music and sending money are top ways of staying co...

- 31 January 2024
- Insights
Fortune favours the savvy: Spice up your Lunar New year prep with Wise’s money saving tips

Currency conversion and hidden fees are making your Lunar New Year celebrations more costly.

- 21 November 2023
- Insights
Bag the best fashion deals with Wise’s new data on international retail price disparities

Global technology company Wise has revealed significant pricing disparities in six popular fashion brands across 30 destinations in a new study*.

- 4 August 2023
- Insights
Getting around the high costs of studying abroad by Rica Asrosa

Four tips to help students prepare financially as they embark on their study abroad journey.
- 1 August 2023
- Insights
Report: Unfavourable Money Transfer Rates Cost Malaysian International Students Close to RM70 Million Each Year

A new study found that Malaysian students studying overseas overpay approximately RM69.9 million in total transfer fees every year.

- 3 May 2023
- Insights
The Challenges of Celebrating Eid Abroad by Syarif Zapata

Indo-born influencer Syarif Zapata shares his story on the challenges faced while celebrating Eid overseas and how he uses Wise to stay connected with family.

- 24 August 2022
- Insights
Most Malaysians are Shopping Pros but could learn from savvy Aunties on finding hidden fees

New research from Wise finds Malaysian respondents remain susceptible to hidden fees and unfair charges when travelling, making purchases overseas, and transferring funds

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