Why Salaries No Longer Feel Enough in the Philippines | Tonichi Bonoan | Follow The Money

May 15, 2026 Episode Join us on “Follow The Money” with Robert Tan. We look at how money moves through everyday life, what drives spending, saving, and the decisions behind it. From prices to practical choices, we help you make sense of the financial stories that affect you, only on Bilyonaryo News Channel. Is the Filipino middle class becoming the “new poor”? In this episode, personal finance educator and digital entrepreneur Tonichi Bonoan breaks down why many professionals earning regular salaries still struggle to build wealth despite working harder than ever. From the weakening peso, rising electricity costs, inflation, investing in the PSEi versus dollar assets, and the realities of the Sandwich Generation, this conversation tackles the financial pressures many Filipinos silently face every day. Tonichi also explains why renting may now be smarter than buying property, how digital products can create new income streams, and what practical first steps ordinary workers can take to escape the rat race. If you’ve ever wondered whether financial freedom is still possible in today’s economy, this is a conversation you cannot afford to miss. 🕥 10:00 a.m., Mondays - Fridays 📺 Free TV Ch. 31, Cignal Ch. 24, Samsung TV Plus, TCL Smart TVs, Blast TV, AmasianTV 📱 Cignal Play, BNC YouTube and Facebook Visit our website: https://bnc.ph Check out our official social media accounts: https://www.facebook.com/bncphl https://twitter.com/bncdotph https://www.instagram.com/bnc.ph https://www.tiktok.com/@bnc.ph https://www.youtube.com/@bncphl #bilyonaryonewschannel #bnc #followthemoney #latestnews Warning: Unauthorized use of any BNC videos without proper approval will lead to legal action to the fullest extent of the law.