The Business Times Podcasts

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. With everyone staring down the barrel of inflation these days, how can we protect our portfolio returns? What should we be investing in to beat inflation? Correspondent Howie Lim speaks to co-founder of the Smart Investor, David Kuo to find out. Highlights of the conversation:  01:18 Who benefits from inflation? 05:05 Focus on stock market and companies which can increase prices 06:53 Continue to invest 09:01 Inflation and recession should NOT change your strategy 13:05 How to outperform inflation Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) and Claressa Monteiro Edited by: Howie Lim Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month, and rate us on: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN  Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP  Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM   --- For more on personal finance, go to: bt.sg/moneyplaybookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: Market Focus is a weekly podcast by The Business Times that looks at the market drivers and movements in Singapore, the region and the globe. Hosted by podcast editor Claressa Monteiro, it features analysis from SGX and insights from The Business Times’ newsdesk.  Why have hopes for a dovish Fed been dashed? Claressa Monteiro finds out. Highlights of the podcast: 01:21 SGX’s wrap for the week 03:22 Insight from BT’s newsdesk 07:41 What investors should consider and note 09:38 Company focused news 13:17 Looking ahead to next week Produced by: Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg), Anite Gabriel & Candace Li (SGX) Edited by: Howie Lim — Follow BT Market Focus: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Apple: bt.sg/mfap Google:  bt.sg/mfgo Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt  BT Money Hacks at: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts at: http://bt.sg/pcOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Business Times Future of Finance channel showcases branded content from leading industry players in the financial services sector about the transformational journey of finance into the digital era.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Business Times Future of Finance channel showcases branded content from leading industry players in the financial services sector about the transformational journey of finance into the digital era.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market and WealthBT, and sponsored series. What does product have to do with value creation? What does problem solving and delight have to do with the news? What IS ‘product’ to begin with? So many questions! Correspondent Howie Lim gets the answers from associate editor for product at the Business Times, Christopher Lim. Highlights: 02:37 What does problem solving have to do with news? 04:57 How widely understood is this definition of product? 05:16 Newsrooms, product, and agile frameworks like Kanban and Scrum 09:19 Product goes beyond tech 10:27 How the word “agile” is often misused 12:20 It’s not about pleasing everyone Produced by: Christopher Lim (limchris@sph.com.sg), Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Edited by: Howie Lim --- Follow BT podcasts: Channel: https://bt.sg/pcOM Apple Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcAP Spotify: https://bt.sg/pcSP Google Podcasts: http://bt.sg/pcGO Website: https://www.bt.sg/podcasts Feedback to: podcast@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: http://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Mark To Market: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt PropertyBT: http://bt.sg/btpropertybt WealthBT: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt BT Market Focus: http://bt.sg/btmktfocusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Are your investments really helping to reduce carbon emissions and alleviating social issues? Genevieve Cua deep dives into ESG investing to find out. Highlights (click/tap above):  03:41 Two reasons for ESG funds’ underperformance 06:17 Should you avoid or exclude oil & gas companies? 07:27 What do ESG ratings really mean? 09:29 Do ESG funds deliver value? 10:34 Industry shake-out due to ESG fund labels 13:17 ESG as a process vs ESG as a product Produced by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) & Howie Lim  Edited by: Howie Lim Follow WealthBT podcasts and rate us at: Channel: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/wbAP Spotify: http://bt.sg/wbSP Google: http://bt.sg/wtGO SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://bt.sg/wealthbt Feedback to: podcast@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: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Mark To Market Podcast at: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt BT Podcasts at: http://bt.sg/pcOM PropertyBT at: http://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: Market Focus is a weekly podcast by The Business Times that looks at the market drivers and movements in Singapore, the region and the globe. Hosted by podcast editor Claressa Monteiro, it features analysis from SGX and insights from The Business Times’ newsdesk.  What drove markets this week? Claressa Monteiro finds out. Highlights of the podcast: 02:21 SGX’s wrap for the week 04:14 Insight from BT’s newsdesk 07:43 What investors should consider and note 11:43 Focus on companies and earnings reports Produced by: Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg), Uma Devi & Candace Li (SGX) Edited by: Howie Lim — Follow BT Market Focus: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Apple: bt.sg/mfap Google:  bt.sg/mfgo Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt  BT Money Hacks at: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts at: http://bt.sg/pcOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT from The Business Times shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey. Episodes feature views and insights from property analysts What are the pros and cons of buying uncompleted new private homes off-plan? Can buyers count on the timely delivery of high quality finished products? Singaporeans like to buy new homes and pay premiums for new homes. Amid rising interest rates, not having to draw down a loan in full at the outset when buying uncompleted homes helps. Leslie does a deep dive. Highlights of the podcast: 01:43 Why buyers love new homes (including comments from Wong Siew Ying, head of research and content, Propnex Realty) 03:52 Risks in buying uncompleted homes off-plan 06:55 Risks of delays and poor quality are well mitigated (including comments from Christine Sun, senior vice president of research & analytics, OrangeTee & Tie) 09:32 Progressive payment scheme and financing considerations (including comments from Dr Tan Tee Khoon, country manager, PropertyGuru Singapore) 13:15 Buying an uncompleted new unit versus a completed resale home  Read Leslie’s article: https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/transacting-homes-off-plan-in-singapore-is-a-win-win-proposition Produced by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg) & Howie Lim Edited by: Howie Lim --- Follow PropertyBT and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btpropertybt Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/pbAP Spotify: bt.sg/pbSP Google Podcasts: bt.sg/pbGO Website: bt.sg/propertybt 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt  BT Money Hacks at: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Podcasts at: http://bt.sg/podcasts BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus  Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: Market Focus is a weekly podcast by The Business Times that looks at the market drivers and movements in Singapore, the region and the globe. Hosted by podcast editor Claressa Monteiro, it features analysis from SGX and insights from The Business Times’ newsdesk.  With inflation concerns rising, how is current sentiment? Claressa Monteiro finds out. Highlights of the podcast: 02:42 SGX’s wrap for the week 05:12 Insight from BT’s newsdesk 08:40 What investors should consider and note 15:44 Looking back at the week and ahead as well Produced by: Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg), Tan Nai Lun & Emelia Tan (SGX) Edited by: Howie Lim — Follow BT Market Focus: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Apple: bt.sg/mfap Google:  bt.sg/mfgo Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp 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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt BT Money Hacks at: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts at: http://bt.sg/pcOMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. How can you make sure you don’t suffer ‘lost earnings’ from having to take time off work to recover from an illness? And how affordable is critical illness coverage in this inflation-riddled environment? For more insights, correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Colin Chan, managing director for group marketing at Great Eastern. This episode is brought to you by Great Eastern. Highlights of the conversation:  01:53 The concerning critical illness insurance gap 04:44 The lingering misconceptions debunked 08:31 Affordability of C.I. plans 09:56 C.I. coverage continues to evolve 12:19 How to reframe the message Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) and Claressa Monteiro Edited by: Howie Lim More about: Great Eastern https://www.greateasternlife.com/sg/en/about-us.html Critical Illness Coverage https://www.greateasternlife.com/sg/en/personal-insurance/our-products/health-insurance/great-critical-cover.html How to donate www.giving.sg/campaigns/SCS_Return_to_Role_Programme Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every first and third Monday of the month, and rate us on: Channel: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN  Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP  Website: https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM   --- For more on personal finance, go to: bt.sg/moneyplaybook #BTPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.