The Business Times Podcasts

Headline news for August 11, 2025: Gaza airstrike kills journalists, the US prepares National Guard deployment, Australia considers recognising Palestine, Nvidia and AMD agree to US chip sales terms, Keppel divests M1, and a study projects Singapore healthcare savings with lifestyle changes. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie L...

Is US exceptionalism a myth, or simply a premium price for unparalleled performance? Is it time to diversify your portfolio beyond Uncle Sam's shadow? Howie Lim finds out from experts if the future of investing lies elsewhere. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 02:20 Why US exceptionalism is being questioned 03:51 US tech dominance 06:57 Why d...

On this week’s Market Focus Weekly, CMC Invest’s Christopher Forbes joins host Emily Liu to unpack the geopolitical showdown between the US and India over Russian oil. Also, what a surprisingly soft US jobs report means for interest rates. Plus, a look at why Vietnam and Indonesia’s stock markets are outperforming. Highlights: 01:12 Impact of Trump's tariffs on India 04:24 The dy...

Headline news for August 8, 2025: Israel’s intentions in Gaza, Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire efforts, gold and oil market movements, Singapore Exchange’s record earnings, and new nightlife policies in Singapore’s Boat Quay area.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.s...

Market news for August 7, 2025: Asian markets rise as Trump chip exemptions boost tech giants;  Oil prices slide to 8-week low as US-Russia talks stir sanction uncertainty; Yangzijiang Shipbuilding soars 11% after posting record high net profit; DBS shares hit all-time record after higher Q2 profit, nearing the S$50 mark; UOB shares fall over 2% following lower Q2 net profit of S$1.34 billion...

Confused about directors' duties? Howie Lim speaks to corporate lawyer Robson Lee who has vital insights. They unpack the Goh Jin Hian judgment, clarifying liability and corporate governance for all. Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast Channel presents diverse perspectives, in-depth analysis and news covering career, business, markets, investing, current affairs and tech. This episode is in consu...

Market news for August 6, 2025: Asian investors walk fine line as Trump tariffs temper rate hopes; India’s central bank holds rates as expected, but growth risks linger; Indonesian stocks near record high , unfazed by foreign selling. 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 t...

Headline news for August 6, 2025:  President Trump’s actions against major banks, Stanford University layoffs linked to federal funding, flat US services sector growth, oil price fluctuations due to tariff threats, and Singapore’s innovative air cargo center.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa M...

Market news for August 5, 2025: Asian markets track Wall Street rally on Fed rate cut bets; Gold rises as Fed rate cut bets pressure dollar, yields; Singapore billionaire Ong Beng Seng convicted for obstruction of justice. 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...

Headline news for August 5, 2025:  US dollar volatility amid Fed rate cut speculation, UK-France migrant deal, Japan-US auto tariff negotiations, Australia’s job and student visa updates, and Singapore’s economic strategy review.    Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.c...

MAS has begun appointing fund managers under its S$5 billion Equities Market Development Programme, and plans to consult proposals to enable investors to seek recourse if they suffer losses due to market misconduct. Senior correspondent Ben Paul explains how this might reshape the market. Highlights of the podcast: 02:28 A S$5 billion boost to smaller-cap stocks 04:36 EQDP fund managers should pre...

Market news for August 4, 2025: Asian markets fluctuate as traders weigh tariffs, US jobs;  US dollar tumbles , traders bet on more US rate cuts after weak jobs report; India hasn’t stopped Russian oil purchases after Trump rebuke; South Korea stocks rebound as petition to withdraw tax proposal gains momentum. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times...

Headline news for August 4, 2025:  Hamas offers Red Cross hostage aid access conditional on Israeli airstrikes halt. President Trump imposes steep tariffs concerning Swiss officials. India maintains Russian oil imports despite US criticism. Singapore's property stamp duty revenue rises. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim /...

Unlock smarter investing with core-satellite strategies! Learn how to build a stable foundation and seize opportunities with tactical bets. Howie Lim speaks to Amanda Ong from Arta Finance and Samuel Rhee from Endowus for all the tricks. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 00:47 Only for institutional investors? 03:01 Understanding core and sat...

This week on Market Focus Weekly, host Emily Liu sits down with Cedric Ho, portfolio manager at MAD Partnership to discuss US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs and the recent interest rate decisions by the US Federal Reserve. They also discuss earnings from leading tech companies and insights on the Japanese economy and potential future rate hikes. Highlights: 01:17 US tariff negotiations...

Headline news for August 1, 2025: President Trump’s new tariffs on ASEAN and other trading partners, and the impact on global markets. China’s factory activity declined. Singapore issues crowd advisories. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by:...

Market news for July 31, 2025: Asian markets down as Fed holds rates and Trump announces fresh tariffs on India; China factory output slows down; Bank of Japan offers cautiously upbeat view, keeps rates steady. 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: Em...

Headline news for July 31, 2025: Canada and European nations move toward recognizing Palestine amid the Gaza crisis. The US imposes tariffs on South Korea, easing trade tensions. The dollar strengthens as the Fed holds rates steady. China’s manufacturing contracts. Singapore’s growth outlook improves, avoiding recession.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day...

Market news for July 30, 2025: Asian markets mixed as China-US talks end, eyes on tech earning; Trump says India might get 20-25% tariffs; Thai government slightly raises 2025 growth forecast to 2.2%; Temasek sees 10 times gain with 5.5 billion euro stake sale in Indian JV with Schneider. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by  The Business Times that looks at the day&rsquo...

Singapore’s central bank today kept its monetary policy settings unchanged; Nissan will close its plants in Mexico and U.S. and Chinese officials agreed to seek an extension of their 90-day tariff truce. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by: Claress...

Market news for July 29, 2025: Asian shares slip; The euro nurses losses; Implications of punishing tariffs and precious metals idle. 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 by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Chai Pei Chieh & Claress...

Market news for July 28, 2025: Asian markets rise , euro boosted after EU strikes US trade deal; New crypto regulations in Singapore sees Tokenize out ; Malaysia’s economy projected to grow 4% to 4.8% this year. 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...

US-EU trade agreement averting a major trade war, US diplomatic efforts in Asia, North Korea’s rejection of South Korean overtures, Japanese political developments, and a dramatic sinkhole incident in Singapore. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Produced and edited by:...

Are data centres worth investing in? They seem such a large concept but are, apparently, quite a steady return on investment! And the APAC market is blowing up. Howie Lim finds out from the experts where the opportunities are. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:01 How retail investors can participate 04:59 The risks and rewards 08:36 The hi...

Japan’s trade deal with the US has sent markets rallying — but is the optimism warranted? This week on Market Focus Weekly, host Emily Liu sits down with Endowus CIO Hugh Chung to unpack what’s behind the surge in Asian stocks, the rise in long-term bond yields, and whether Chinese tech is still a buy.  They also discuss what Singapore’s $5 billion stock market injecti...