The Business Times Podcasts

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.

Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT by 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. Can investing in strata commercial spaces pay off, given transaction costs for buying strata office and shop lots may be lower than for buying homes in Singapore? What are the pitfalls to avoid? And how do prospects compare between strata-office and strata-retail property? Plus, the impact from the Urban Redevelopment Authority’s move to ban strata subdivision of commercial properties in certain locations. Highlights of the podcast: 01:26  Outlook for Singapore retail property (including comments from Catherine He, Head of Research Singapore, Colliers) 03:01 Bright prospects for Singapore’s office property   04:48 Challenges in owning strata commercial property (including comments from Karamjit Singh, CEO, Delasa) 08:35 Returns and pitfalls (including comments from Wong Xian Yang, Head of Research Singapore, Cushman and Wakefield) 10:54 URA’s banning of strata subdivision of commercial properties in certain locations Read Leslie’s articles: https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/strata-ownership-of-commercial-property-may-be-slowly-dying https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/what-may-be-lost-with-restriction-on-strata-subdivision-for-commercial-properties 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 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: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus 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.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. The pandemic, current market conditions of sky high inflation, geopolitical tensions and supply chain issues have decimated many people's savings and a demographic particularly affected is the sandwich class: adults who have to care for dependent children and ageing parents, usually at the expense of their own financial health. How can they revitalise their retirement savings? For more insights, correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Elson Goh, head of Asia portfolio management, St James Place.  Highlights of the conversation:  02:15 Financial achievements of Gen S affected by supporting parents 05:45 Factors affecting value of money and savings 07:40 How to hedge against inflation: beware cash drag 09:00 Know your risk appetite and diversify 11:00 Equities a key driver to long term growth Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) and Christopher Lim 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   --- For more on personal finance, go to: bt.sg/moneyplaybookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. The pandemic upended many businesses and forced them to pivot double time. Vanessa speaks to the CEO and co-founder of YouTrip to find out how they did it, when travel all but stopped, and how they stayed adaptable to now lead in the financial services space. Highlights of the conversation:  01:25 The effects of the pandemic and how YouTrip pivoted 05:50 Promoting the culture of innovation and adaptability 11:22 Where YouTrip is prioritising business growth now 15:10 YouTrip’s offering in the crypto space 16:23 How to keep well-positioned in the competitive consumer payments space Produced by: Vanessa Ho (podcast@sph.com.sg), Howie Lim and Ang Guang Zheng 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.

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. A well-known loophole that allows major shareholders to take their companies private more easily is back in the spotlight with the current lowball offer for TTJ. Ben Paul explains what investors should do. Highlights:  01:28 TTJ rockets following offer, but minority investors fume 03:42 How major shareholders have exploited the loophole 06:36 Regulators recognise the problem, but have not acted 08:36 How to deal with lowball offers from major shareholders 10:45 Learning from case studies of IndoAgri and Challenger 13:01 Independent directors have crucial role in these situations 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/pcOMSee 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. Chinese government debt has always been a reliable source of fixed income returns as the ultra-loose monetary policy of Western central banks all but erased yields elsewhere. But with the global markets in turmoil, is the current acceleration to cushion China’s economic slowdown enough? You might actually still be able to get in on the action.   Correspondent Howie Lim finds out from Wilfred Wee, Portfolio Manager, Fixed Income at Ninety One. This episode is brought to you by Ninety One. Highlights of the conversation:  01:17 Overview of the China bond market 05:00 Opportunities in the China real estate market 07:45 Why the time is now and where to look for opportunities 10:20 Current risks in the China bond market 11:40 What’s in it for the income-seeking investor 12:45 Benefits of investing in China bonds More about: The All China Bond https://ninetyone.com/en/singapore/funds-literature/funds/all-china-bond-a-acc-usd-lu1057755800 Ninety One https://ninetyone.com/en/singapore 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.businesstimes.com.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.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. After a very rocky May 2022 of trading, the cryptocurrency market ended on a high note. But, the crypto market environment will likely remain challenging in June 2022. Cryptocurrency prices have been under major pressure since the beginning of 2022. So how can you navigate this environment and should you even go in now? For more insights, correspondent Howie Lim gets comments from Wayne Huang, CEO and co-founder of XREX and Sten Ivan, Head of Growth, Hodlnaut. Highlights of the conversation:  03:59 Why institutional investors are pressing on with crypto 05:24 The impact on retail investors and what to do 10:00 Crypto still a viable investment, if you know what you’re doing 11:27 How much to put in and why 12:52 Regulation is on its way  Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) and Claressa Monteiro Edited by: Howie Lim Follow BT Money Hacks every first and third Monday of the month: 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 at: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts at: https://bt.sg/pcOM   --- For more on personal finance, go to: bt.sg/moneyplaybookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey. Episodes feature views and insights from property analysts What is happening in the Singapore private homes market post the property cooling measures introduced late last year? Will volume pick up? What segments are showing strength?  Can new home buyers expect to find good deals? Leslie also looks at prospects in the residential en bloc market and whether there is hope for large en bloc hopefuls.  Highlights: 01:10 Slow down in sales and strength in suburbs (including comments from Christine Sun, Senior Vice President of Research & Analytics at Orange Tee & Tie) 04:04 Sales will pick up (including comments from Leonard Tay, Head, Research, Knight Frank Singapore) 06:23 Ultra rich are still buying (including comments from Tyson Yuk, associate group director, PropNex Singapore) 09:53 Challenges facing en bloc hopefuls especially large sites (including comments from Nicholas Mak, head of research & consultancy, ERA Real Estate) 15:24 Can buyers of new homes expect to get sweeteners?   Read Leslie’s articles: https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/expect-volume-to-pick-up-in-new-home-sales-soon https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/real-estate/large-residential-en-bloc-sites-can-work-despite-cooling-measures 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 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  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.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Decentralized finance or DeFi can be thought of as open source finance which is truly owned by no one. And it has been known to give returns of up to 20-30%! But to truly understand what you’re investing in and make big money requires effort at this nascent stage. For more insights correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Kenneth Lou, co-founder and CEO of Seedly. Highlights of the conversation:  02:42 Basic premise of DeFi and DeFi vs TradFi 03:38 How to get ahead in DeFi’s current nascent early stage 06:37 How to identify lucrative DeFi projects to invest in 08:25 Is DeFi underpriced or overpriced? 09:25 The volatile nature of decentralised applications Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) and Christopher Lim 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   --- For more on personal finance, go to: bt.sg/moneyplaybookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. How, in 8 years, did Shopback become the market leader in cashback in Southeast Asia and Australia, dominating 13 markets? Vanessa speaks to Joel Leong, one of Shopback’s co-founders to find out and also Varun Mittal, chief growth officer, Singlife with Aviva, for his take on Shopback’s success. Highlights of the conversation:  01:50 The goal was always to be ‘customer-first’ 04:18 Tackling negativity surrounding BNPL 07:22 How to defend one’s positioning 12:00 How Shopback ‘took down’ a major player in another region 15:45 The step-by-step of going into a new vertical 17:05 How Shopback grew quicker than its competitors 20:18 The driving force behind companies entering the payment space (and other comments from Varun Mittal, chief growth officer, Singlife, Aviva) Produced by: Vanessa Ho (podcast@sph.com.sg), Howie Lim and Ang Guang Zheng 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 BT Money Hacks Podcast on: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Mark To Market Podcast on: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT Podcast at: http://bt.sg/wealthbt PropertyBT podcast at: 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.