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Powered by the Journalism of The Business Times and Tech in Asia.
Available on all your favourite audio and video content apps and at www.businesstimes.com.sg/podcasts
Produced by BT Audio, thrive and Tech in Asia. The Business Times, SPH Media.
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Jul 17, 2022 • 14min
S1E123: ETFs or unit trusts as inflation hedges? BT Money Hacks Ep 123
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Studies have shown over and over again that actively managed funds almost always underperform passive investments in the long run. In this episode, we’ll try to settle the long debated argument of ETFs vs Mutual Funds, although we’re well aware there’s no straightforward solution to this and joining us with his insights: Samuel Rhee, Chairman and Chief Investment Officer of Endowus. Highlights of the conversation: 01:38 Important differences between ETFs and mutual funds 05:36 Why accessibility and income generation the most important factors 08:00 Have macro factors changed the game? 10:29 Not a zero sum game between competing products Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) and Claressa Monteiro Edited by: Howie Lim Follow BT Money Hacks: 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: All analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast are for your general information only. You should not rely on them in making any decision. Please consult a fully qualified financial adviser or professional expert for independent advice and verification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SPH Media shall not be liable for any loss arising from the use of or reliance on any analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast. SPH Media accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever that may result or arise from the products, services or information of any third parties. --- 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 Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus --- For more on personal finance, go to: bt.sg/moneyplaybookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 15, 2022 • 16min
S1E3: Recession worries grow on global economic data: BT Market Focus Ep 3
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. How are rising recession fears shaping the markets this week? Highlights of the podcast: 02:11 Recession fears rising 04:42 Notable outperformers of the week 07:11 Wall Street and other Asian markets 11:44 Currencies Produced by: Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg), Kelly Ng & Lionel Lin (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 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/pcOMFeedback to: podcast@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 13, 2022 • 24min
S1E4: The Pitch by Garage: How MindFi broke through the mental wellness corporate space in Asia Ep 4
Synopsis: The Pitch by Garage is The Business Times’ new podcast hosted by NUS Alumni Ventures co-founder Vanessa Ho. It deep dives into startups and tech and provides key business building skills from business leaders, entrepreneurs and experts. In this episode, Bjorn Lee, founder and CEO of MindFi, demystifies the mental health market and how the startup built their product to fit both consumers and corporates. Highlights of the conversation: 01:33 The personal genesis of MindFi 04:10 Tackling taboos, focusing on mind fitness 10:30 How to secure the corporates 13:52 The lonely entrepreneur journey 18:50 Pioneering the community centric model of mental health Produced by: Vanessa Ho (podcast@sph.com.sg), Howie Lim and Ang Guangzheng Edited by: Howie Lim --- Follow BT podcasts: Channel: https://bt.sg/pcOM Apple Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcAP Spotify Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcSP Google Podcasts: http://bt.sg/pcGO Website: http://bt.sg/podcasts Follow other BT podcasts: BT Money Hacks: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Mark To Market: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg --- Do note: All analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast are for your general information only. You should not rely on them in making any decision. Please consult a fully qualified financial adviser or professional expert for independent advice and verification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SPH Media shall not be liable for any loss arising from the use of or reliance on any analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast. SPH Media accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever that may result or arise from the products, services or information of any third parties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 10, 2022 • 16min
S1E21: How to navigate 2H2022? BT Mark to Market Ep 21
Synopsis: Listen to Senior Correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. How have the recent Fed rate hikes impacted the markets and why should investors not hope for a V-shaped recovery any time soon? What about the resurgence of inflation, and what it could mean for investors over the longer term? Ben Paul discusses. Highlights: (click/tap above) 02:24 Shifting inflation expectations prompted bigger Fed hike 05:26 Bond yields begin reflecting likelihood of slower growth 08:26 Political, social trends suggest inflation may be sticky 10:50 Adopt Warren Buffett-like approach to selecting stocks 12:51 Singapore banks, richly-priced Reits suffered sell off Produced by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg), Howie Lim and Claressa Monteiro Edited by: Howie Lim Follow BT Mark To Market podcasts and rate us at: Channel: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: https://bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: https://bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: http://bt.sg/4D2E Website: http://bt.sg/mark2mkt Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Do note: All analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast are for your general information only. You should not rely on them in making any decision. Please consult a fully qualified financial adviser or professional expert for independent advice and verification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SPH Media shall not be liable for any loss arising from the use of or reliance on any analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast. SPH Media accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever that may result or arise from the products, services or information of any third parties. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks: http://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: https://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: http://bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: http://bt.sg/btmktfocusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 8, 2022 • 14min
S1E2: Mixed week driven by global slowdown concerns: BT Market Focus Ep 2
Synopsis: Market Focus is a weekly podcast by The Business Times that looks at the market drivers and movements in Singapore, the region and beyond. Hosted by podcast editor Claressa Monteiro, it features analysis from SGX and insights from The Business Times newsdesk. 2H2022 did not kick off with a bang but that’s to be expected. Inflation and recessionary fears remain concerns in the broader market. Highlights of the podcast: 03:15 STI starts 2H2022 muted 06:54 Worst first half performance in 5 decades for equities 08:35 Encouraging news from Singapore 10:51 Notable company news Produced by: Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg), Raphael Lim & Lionel Lin (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 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/pcOM Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 3, 2022 • 13min
S1E1: Asia IG bonds resilient in rate-rising environment: BT Podcasts
Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market and WealthBT, and sponsored series. Bond investors are avoiding Asia's emerging markets as the region's resilience to the global inflation threat shows signs of cracking. But there are still opportunities in the Asia IG bond space as correspondent Howie Lim finds out from PineBridge Investments’ Omar Slim, who’s Managing Director, Portfolio Manager, Fixed Income there. This episode is brought to you by PineBridge Investments. Highlights of the conversation: 01:10 Performance of Asia IG market so far 02:55 Outlook for Asia IG market for 2H 2022 04:50 Rate hikes already priced in, Asia IG resilient 08:00 Opportunities in the Asia IG market 09:30 The risks to navigate 10:13 How investors should position themselves More about: Asia IG https://www.pinebridge.com/en-sg/intermediary-and-individual/featured-funds/asian-investment-grade-bonds Why Asia IG https://www.pinebridge.com/en-sg/intermediary-and-individual/insights/why-asia-investment-grade-bonds-are-an-ally-in-volatile-times Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) and 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 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 Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg --- Do note: All analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast are for your general information only. You should not rely on them in making any decision. Please consult a fully qualified financial adviser or professional expert for independent advice and verification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SPH Media shall not be liable for any loss arising from the use of or reliance on any analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast. SPH Media accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever that may result or arise from the products, services or information of any third parties. #BTPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 3, 2022 • 14min
S1E122: Are currencies the way to hedge against inflation? BT Money Hacks Ep 122
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. For more insights, correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Ashli Koe and Raphael Ng, fund managers, Salzworth Asset Management. Highlights of the conversation: 02:15 Misconceptions about FX trading 04:13 Tips for newbie forex traders 09:30 Past performance doesn’t guarantee future returns 11:29 Tips for experienced forex traders 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: All analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast are for your general information only. You should not rely on them in making any decision. Please consult a fully qualified financial adviser or professional expert for independent advice and verification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SPH Media shall not be liable for any loss arising from the use of or reliance on any analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast. SPH Media accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever that may result or arise from the products, services or information of any third parties. --- 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 Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus --- For more on personal finance, go to: bt.sg/moneyplaybookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 1, 2022 • 17min
S1E1: H1 2022 report card: BT Market Focus Ep 1
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. The STI opened the trading week up 0.6 per cent following Wall Street’s rally last Friday. Fixed-rate mortgages in Singapore hurtle towards 3%. China’s May industrial profits slump again despite easing Covid-19 curbs. Asian markets’ rally fizzle as inflation fears return at the mid week. And US stocks fall as the S&P 500 concludes its worst 1H since 1970. Plus European shares suffer their worst quarter since the pandemic hit of early 2020. What does this all mean for you? Claressa Monteiro delivers a 1H2022 report card. Highlights of the podcast: 05:00 SGX Securities’ report card 08:38 Notable news impacting Singapore market 12:26 News from companies’ perspectives 13:26 A look at the macro docket Produced by: Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg), Anita Gabriel & Lionel Lin (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 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/pcOM Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 26, 2022 • 17min
S1E15: Investing in healthcare via private equity: WealthBT Ep 15
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. What are the promising investment themes within healthcare? Private equity offers an avenue to invest in promising smaller companies before their value becomes widely recognised. For more insights, Genevieve Cua speaks to Hui Yang Goh, Pictet wealth management’s senior adviser for alternative investments in Asia. This episode is brought to you by Pictet Wealth Management. Highlights (click/tap above): 01:38 The various routes to invest in healthcare, from private to public markets 02:17 2021 was a banner year for returns from the healthcare theme in public and private markets 03:35 Why invest in healthcare at all: Highlighting the growth drivers 06:36 Hui Yang Goh on how PE enables investors to tap into innovation by smaller companies: the opportunities and risks 09:16 What are the most attractive healthcare themes with the greatest potential? 11:34 Investors are nervous about the macro environment. Hui Yang’s insights on the impact on deal valuations broadly and the resilience of healthcare in particular 13:31 Incorporating sustainability and ESG considerations into healthcare PE investments Produced by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg), Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Edited by: Howie Lim More about: Biotech – where investors can access the value created by medical innovation https://perspectives.group.pictet/innovation/biotech---where-investors-can-access-the-value-created-by-medica An innovation story: the long-term outlook for health and care https://perspectives.group.pictet/innovation/an-innovation-story--the-long-term-outlook-for-health-and-care Pictet Wealth Management https://asia.group.pictet/wealth-management 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: All analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast are for your general information only. You should not rely on them in making any decision. Please consult a fully qualified financial adviser or professional expert for independent advice and verification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SPH Media shall not be liable for any loss arising from the use of or reliance on any analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast. SPH Media accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever that may result or arise from the products, services or information of any third parties. 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: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus #BTPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 24, 2022 • 14min
Caution ruled the trading week
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 the BT podcast team, it features analysis from SGX and insights from The Business Times newsdesk. The STI opened the week falling 0.2 per cent, the yen hit a fresh 24-year low against the dollar, Gold slid as the U.S. dollar firmed at the mid week and the FED chair Jerome Powell gave his most explicit acknowledgment to date, that steep interest-rate hikes could tip the US economy into recession. What does this all mean for you? Howie Lim finds out. Highlights of the podcast: 02:20 Financial markets’ main pain points 04:44 The week’s star performers and laggards 08:52 Potential upsides to come 10:51 Caution still the key Produced by: Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg) & Anita Gabriel Edited by: Howie Lim --- 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 Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


