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Some CPF members feel stopping the practice of “shielding” the Special Account is unfair, because they have lost the opportunity of a higher interest rate. But investing your CPF savings is more important than ever. What does this mean for your CPF returns? BT’s Genevieve Cua gets insights from Samuel Rhee of Endowus. Synopsis: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this monthly Business Times podcast series for affluent individuals, hosted by BT wealth editor Genevieve Cua. Highlights of the conversation: 02:33 Does Endowus have a conflict of interest as CPF digital adviser? 05.35 Closing the shielding loophole: impact on confidence 08:36 Tradeoffs of not investing the Ordinary Account 11:54 How challenging is it to outperform the SA 4% rate? 14:59 Overcoming the biggest hurdles to investing Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) With Samuel Rhee, chief investment officer, Endowus Edited by: Emily Liu and Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua & Emily Liu Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media — Follow WealthBT podcasts and rate us at: Channel: bt.sg/btwealthbt Amazon: bt.sg/wbtam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/wbAP Spotify: bt.sg/wbSP Google: bt.sg/wtGO Website: bt.sg/wealthbt Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks Podcast at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It doesn’t occur to most of us to cover ourselves specifically for disability. But disability can strike at any time and any age. Lee Kim Siang speaks to David Yip, head of accident and health business at Great Eastern and Willis Lau, Great Eastern financial representative and financial influencer for more insights. Synopsis: The Business Times Podcasts channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market, WealthBT, PropertyBT, Market Focus and sponsored series. This episode is brought to you by Great Eastern. Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only and does not have regard to the financial situation or particular needs of any particular person. GREAT CareShield is underwritten by The Great Eastern Life Assurance Company Limited. T&C apply. Protected up to specified limits by SDIC. Visit greateasternlife.com/greatcareshield for more product information. Highlights: 00:50 How likely is it that one will become disabled? 01:44 An overview of GREAT CareShield 04:51 The importance of long-term care insurance 07:06 How much should one spend on long-term care insurance? 08:10 Busting the myth that disability is permanent More about: GREAT CareShield | Great Eastern Singapore Put disability misconceptions to rest | Great Eastern Singapore Health insurance | Great Eastern Singapore Written and hosted by: Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg) With David Yip, head of accident and health business, Great Eastern; Willis Lau, financial representative and financial influencer, Great Eastern Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Lee Kim Siang & Emily Liu Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT podcasts: Channel: bt.sg/pcOM Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/pcAP Spotify: bt.sg/pcSP Google Podcasts: bt.sg/pcGO Website: bt.sg/podcasts Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.  --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Mark To Market: bt.sg/btmark2mkt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asian markets fall as Chinese yuan slumps to four-month low; Australia central bank sees another tough year ahead; Cordlife directors and former CEO arrested for breaches of disclosure obligations. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news from Singapore and the region. Written and hosted by: Emily Liu (emilyliu@sph.com.sg) Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced and edited by: Lee Kim Siang & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media — Follow BT Market Focus and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Apple: bt.sg/mfap Google: bt.sg/mfgo Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp Website: bt.sg/mktfocus Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asian markets rally after Federal Reserve meeting on Wednesday; Gold prices surge to record high; Hong Kong Monetary Authority kept interest rates unchanged. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news from Singapore and the region. Written and hosted by: Emily Liu (emilyliu@sph.com.sg) Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced and edited by: Lee Kim Siang & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media — Follow BT Market Focus and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Apple: bt.sg/mfap Google: bt.sg/mfgo Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp Website: bt.sg/mktfocus Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street upbeat while the Fed meets on interest rate policy today; Japanese yen at four-month low after Bank of Japan ended negative interest rates; China maintains benchmark lending rates; Seatrium continues most volume traded on SGX. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news from Singapore and the region. Written and hosted by: Emily Liu (emilyliu@sph.com.sg) Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced and edited by: Lee Kim Siang & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media — Follow BT Market Focus and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Apple: bt.sg/mfap Google: bt.sg/mfgo Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp Website: bt.sg/mktfocus Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Japan ends negative interest rate after 17 years; South Korea promises tax cuts to boost shareholder returns; Vietnam hits record high trading volume amid speculation of President’s resignation. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news from Singapore and the region. Written and hosted by: Emily Liu (emilyliu@sph.com.sg) Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced and edited by: Lee Kim Siang & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media — Follow BT Market Focus and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Apple: bt.sg/mfap Google: bt.sg/mfgo Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp Website: bt.sg/mktfocus Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bank of Japan widely expected to raise interest rates on Tuesday; Vietnam announces new trading platform as stocks rally; Ringgit bounces back from February low amid government efforts; Singapore non-oil exports down 0.1 percent in February. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news from Singapore and the region. Written and hosted by: Emily Liu (emilyliu@sph.com.sg) Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced and edited by: Lee Kim Siang & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media — Follow BT Market Focus and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Apple: bt.sg/mfap Google: bt.sg/mfgo Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp Website: bt.sg/mktfocus Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting a business is not an easy journey. Many obstacles along the way could make or break the dream. In this episode, BT’s Lee Kim Siang sits down with Paul Kan from UOB to talk about the challenges faced by young entrepreneurs in the startup landscape, and the resources out there for budding entrepreneurs.  Synopsis: The Business Times Branded Podcasts; finely curated, intelligent, thought provoking content for decision-makers. Inspired by the newsroom of your trusted partner. Follow on audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts, or Google Home smart speaker devices. Produced by The Business Times, SPH Media. This episode of Future of Finance podcast is presented by UOB. Highlights: 00:40 Rising costs and cash flow management 02:26 Integrated solutions for business efficiency 04:02 Supporting women entrepreneurs 06:09 Advice for young entrepreneurs More about: UOB’s SME Hub Hosted by: Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg) With Paul Kan, country head, Business Banking Singapore, UOB Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Emily Liu Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media ---  Follow Future of Finance podcasts: Channel: bt.sg/btbrpod Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/bpap Spotify: bt.sg/bpsp Google Podcasts: bt.sg/bpgo Website: bt.sg/brpod Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.  --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Mark To Market at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watches are one of the most popular buys for wealthy Singaporeans. If you’ve seen one up close, you can see why they’re such beloved works of art. But can they pull their weight as investments? BT’s Lee Kim Siang sits down with Nick Lim, director of second-hand dealer Chuan Watch to get to the bottom of this.  Synopsis: Every first, third and fifth Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights of the conversation:  01:37 Pros and cons of watches as investment 02:58 How to evaluate a watch 05:59 Factors that influence the price of a watch 06:35 The Covid luxury watch boom and bust Hosted by: Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg) With Nick Lim, director, Chuan Watch Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Emily Liu Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first, third and fifth Monday of the month: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN  Google podcasts: bt.sg/oeGP  Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.  --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Markets slump after US inflation beats expectations; Hong Kong stocks fall after China’s central bank keeps rate unchanged; Japan’s companies agree to biggest wage hike in 33 years, Bank of Japan likely to end negative interest rate policy next week; No Signboard resumes trading, shares drop up to 90%. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news from Singapore and the region. Written and hosted by: Emily Liu (emilyliu@sph.com.sg) Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced and edited by: Lee Kim Siang & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media — Follow BT Market Focus and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Apple: bt.sg/mfap Google: bt.sg/mfgo Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp Website: bt.sg/mktfocus Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.