The Business Times Podcasts

Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market and WealthBT, and sponsored series. Despite global tensions upending global growth and inflation near record highs, Asian bonds remain relatively stable and attractive to investors. Why? Correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Kheng Siang Ng, head of fixed income and head of Singapore at State Street Global Advisors to find out. This episode is brought to you by State Street Global Advisors. Highlights of the conversation:  02:40 Why Asian central banks won’t follow the Fed 03:22 Scrutinise policy movements when formulating strategies 05:42 The situation in Singapore with inflation 07:13 Asian bonds still doing better than US peers 09:49 Themes Asian bonds investors can look out for 11:25 Asian bonds resilient even in the face of tightening monetary policy 12:28 Opportunities within bond funds More about State Street Global Advisors: www.abf-paif.com Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) and Lee Kim Siang Edited by: Howie Lim --- Follow BT podcasts and rate us on: Channel: https://bt.sg/pcOM Apple Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcAP Spotify: https://bt.sg/pcSP Google Podcasts: http://bt.sg/pcGO Website: http://bt.sg/podcasts Discover more BT podcast series:BT Mark To Market Podcast at: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT Podcast at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt  BT Money Hacks at: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT 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. #BTPodcastSee 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.  In this episode of WealthBT, wealth editor Genevieve Cua discusses the financial vulnerabilities of high-net-worth individuals, who have wealth and health concerns and how careful planning can help them meet their goals. Guests in this episode: Melita Teo, AIA chief customer and digital officer, and Jerry Toh, AIA Financial Services associate director. This episode is brought to you by AIA. Highlights (click/tap above):  01:33 The wealthy in Singapore have financial needs and risks. 04:27 It’s a mistake to think that high net worth individuals have little to worry about; they have a different set of concerns 06:00 Wealthy individuals value mental and physical wellbeing as much as financial wellbeing 08:11 A concrete example of an individual with malignant thyroid cancer and how her health needs were addressed 11:00 After retrenchment, a client takes steps to address his needs and becomes an entrepreneur 13:30 Tips to help individuals invest with more confidence: Start small and invest over time 14:21 Review your plan regularly and consider spending patterns Produced by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) and Howie Lim Edited by: Howie Lim More about: AIA: www.aia.com.sg 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/podcasts PropertyBT at: http://bt.sg/btpropertybt #BTPodcastSee 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.  In this episode of WealthBT, wealth editor Genevieve Cua talks about what sustainable healthcare really means and why the social factor in terms of ESG is so important as an investor. Nathalie Flury, co-head of sustainable healthcare equity at HSBC Asset Management, joins her to give more insights. This episode is brought to you by HSBC: www.business.hsbc.com.sg/sustainability  Highlights (click/tap above):  01:30 What does investing in sustainable healthcare mean? 04:00 In healthcare, an apparent tug of war between profit maximisation and ensuring affordability and access 05:13 Singapore’s trend towards medical cost control in Singapore 08:43 Many governments increasingly reject costly therapies or set cost limits 11:12 Savvy companies conduct a health economic assessment of their therapy to ascertain an acceptable price - Nathalie Flury 12:37 The factors critical for sustainable healthcare are clinical benefits and cost savings 13:48 Innovation cannot be looked at in isolation Produced by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) and Howie Lim Edited by: Howie Lim More about: Returns from sustainable healthcare investing: https://www.assetmanagement.hsbc.com.sg/en/individual-investor/news-and-insights/sustainable-healthcare-healthy-returns-retail Fixing the broken healthcare investment model: https://www.assetmanagement.hsbc.com.sg/en/individual-investor/news-and-insights/fixing-the-broken-healthcare-investment-model-sg-retail Responsible investing for sustainable healthcare: https://www.assetmanagement.hsbc.com.sg/en/individual-investor/about-us/responsible-investing/global-equity-sustainable-healthcare Follow WealthBT 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 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 PropertyBT at: http://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts at: http://bt.sg/podcasts #BTPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market, WealthBT, PropertyBT and sponsored series. With product scarcity and bottleneck issues in the global supply chain, how can your business rethink its e-commerce strategy in order to stay resilient? Correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Lalamove’s managing director, Alex Lin to find out. This episode is brought to you by Lalamove. Highlights of the conversation:  01:24 The importance of e-commerce during the pandemic 02:43 Especially critical aspects of e-commerce 06:00 Lalamove’s comprehensive 5-step plan 08:37 Why choosing the right logistics partner is crucial 10:16 Dangers of overlooking any step 12:35 Importance of partner enablement More about Lalamove: https://lalamove.app.link/e/8rQRss5Pnob Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) & Christopher Lim Edited by: Howie Lim --- Follow BT podcasts and rate us on: Channel: https://bt.sg/pcOM Apple Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcAP Spotify: https://bt.sg/pcSP Google Podcasts: http://bt.sg/pcGO SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://bt.sg/podcasts Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market Podcast at: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT Podcast at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt  BT Money Hacks at: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT 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. #BTPodcastSee 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, including comments from industry players. In this episode of PropertyBT, Leslie delves into the topic of the purchase of build-to-order or BTO flats from the Housing & Development Board or HDB. He suggests raising the income ceiling for the purchase of BTO units so that more people can have a chance to snare highly sought after BTO flats.  It also features the take of property analysts’ on some HDB policies and options available for those who cannot secure BTO units. Highlights of the podcast: 01:07 Should the income ceiling of $14,000 be raised soon? (including comments from Christine Sun, senior vice president, research and analytics, Orange Tee and Tie) 06:25 Options available outside of BTO units (including comments from Leonard Tay, head of research Singapore, Knight Frank) 09:26 Access to BTO units as catalyst to couples having kids (including comments from Wong Siew Ying, head of research and content, Propnex Realty) 12:42 HDB’s extension of help to buy back flats from eligible owners from minority races  Read Leslie’s article: https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/real-estate/consider-raising-the-income-cap-to-allow-more-to-buy-hdb-bto-flats Produced by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg) & Howie Lim Edited by: Howie Lim --- Follow PropertyBT every fourth Thursday of the month here: Channel: bt.sg/btpropertybt Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/pbAP Spotify: bt.sg/pbSP Google Podcasts: bt.sg/pbGO SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://bt.sg/podcasts 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/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. #BTPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. What can high-income earners do in coming tax seasons and can we expect further tax hikes in the near future? In this episode of Money Hacks, correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Tan Ching Ne, partner specialising in tax, PWC Singapore to find out. Highlights of the conversation:  01:10 Taxes and spending are two sides of the same coin 03:00 Higher property taxes as principle means of taxing wealth 04:00 What high income earners can do 07:30 Singapore tax regime still competitive 11:25 Taxes WILL rise more in the near future 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  SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ 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 Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market and WealthBT, and sponsored series. In this episode, BT correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Kheng Siang Ng, Asia Pacific head of fixed income and head of Singapore at State Street Global Advisors about the attractiveness of Asian bonds, even as global bond funds take a beating, due to a spike in crude oil prices, and concerns over soaring inflation levels. This episode is brought to you by State Street Global Advisors. Highlights of the conversation:  01:20 What volatile factors to keep an eye on 02:40 Why it's a good time to consider Asian bonds 03:49 Fixed income vs. other investment trends 06:28 Fixed income ETFs instrumental in positioning portfolios 07:55  Asian central banks will lag in interest rate movements 11:17 Outlook for Asian bond market in 2022 and beyond More about: What State Street Global Advisors has to offer www.abf-paif.com Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) and Lee Kim Siang Edited by: Howie Lim  Follow BT podcasts and rate us on: Channel: https://bt.sg/pcOM Apple Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcAP Spotify: https://bt.sg/pcSP Google Podcasts: http://bt.sg/pcGO SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: 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. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks Podcast: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT Podcast: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Mark To Market Podcast: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT Podcast: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt  #BTPodcast  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: Listen to 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. In this 17th episode of the Mark To Market podcast, senior correspondent Ben Paul looks at how the Ukraine war is pulling the risk of shifting geopolitics sharply into focus for investors and corporate boards.  Highlights: (click/tap above) 01:18 Shifting geopolitics, like ESG, is powerful mobiliser of capital flows 03:12 Corporates pulling out of Russia, adding to pressure of sanctions 05:11 Sanctions reduce the opportunity cost for corporates to quit Russia 07:00 Governments must set rules; corporates and investors will follow 09:24 Companies should recognise geopolitical risks; and opportunities Produced by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) and Howie Lim 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 SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ 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 Podcast at: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT Podcast at: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT Podcast: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts at: https://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. In this episode, John Cappetta, head of private banking, Asia advisor, Ninety One talks about quality investing, what that means and where to find long term growth opportunities with this approach. This episode is brought to you by Ninety One. Highlights (click/tap above):  01:00 The definition of quality 03:30 Companies to avoid and which to embrace 05:30 Timeless nature of quality 07:13 Suitable investors for this approach 10:08 Long term growth themes in quality 14:45 How investors can do due diligence More about: Why Quality is the new core https://ninetyone.com/en/singapore/how-we-think/investing-for-a-world-of-change/quality-is-the-new-core-and-these-are-the-reasons Ninety One https://ninetyone.com/en/singapore Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) and Christopher Lim 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 SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: https://www.businesstimes.com.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 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. In this episode of Money Hacks, correspondent Howie Lim speaks with Robin Lee, CEO and co-founder of HelloGold who gives his rather unconventional take on gold. Highlights (click/tap above):  01:10 Why Warren Buffet is wrong about gold 02:45 ‘Safe haven’ an Anglo Saxon concept? 04:50 Gold’s inherent attraction: it goes through cycles 06:50 Beware the short lived ‘flight to safety' 07:40 Type of gold products to get into 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: http://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Apple Podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: http://bt.sg/oeGN Google podcasts: http://bt.sg/oeGP SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://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: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT Podcast: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT Podcast: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts on: https://bt.sg/pcOM --- For more on personal finance, go to: bt.sg/moneyplaybookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.