The Business Times Podcasts

Asian socks rally as Iran-Israel ceasefire holds; Trump baffles with sudden U-turn on China buying Iranian oil; ST Engineering divests entire equity interest in US-based construction player LeeBoy for US$290 million. 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 h...

U.S. airstrikes do not destroy Iran's nuclear capability; NATO leaders gather in The Hague today; Brazil declares itself free of the bird flu virus and PM Wong;s visit to China continues. 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: Claressa Monteiro Produced by...

Asian stocks up as Trump announces Iran-Israel ceasefire; Oil settles down 7% overnight after Iran attacks US military base in Qatar; Gold falls more than 1% as ceasefire kicks in. 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: Emily Liu ( emilyliu@sph.c...

The US President announces a "complete and total" ceasefire between Israel and Iran; traders expect the U.S. stock market to open with gains today; Singapore and China ink four agreements on cooperation and Amazon plans to invest 40 billion pounds in Britain. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@...

Why are Singaporeans so smitten with shiny new condos? In this episode of PropertyBT, host Leslie Yee chats with GuocoLand’s Dora Chng to unpack what’s driving the demand—from MRT-connected launches to forest-fringed retreats. We explore why the Lentor area is so hot right now, why buyers are paying a premium for that “brand new” feel, and how green living and flex ro...

Singapore and Asian markets trade lower after US strikes on Iran; Oil hits five-month high; Singapore core inflation slows as food and recreation prices fall;  UBS downgrades Thai stocks to neutral as political woes weigh. 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. Wr...

US attack on Iranian nuclear sites, resulting oil price surges, and global airline disruptions. It also highlights Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's China visit. 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: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The...

"Keep calm and stay invested”, they say. That’s easier said than done. In fact, long-term investing is suddenly under fire because of the uncertainty surrounding markets these days. So should we cut and run or stay the course? Howe Lim speaks to the experts to find out. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:04 The viability of long...

Asian shares edge up today; South Korea's share benchmark outperforms; The PBOC holds the benchmark lending rates steady; The Swiss National Bank cut rates to zero and gold prices ease half a percent. 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 (howiel...

Escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, potential US involvement, EU diplomatic efforts, Canada's possible counter-tariffs, Japan’s inflation challenges, and Singapore's healthcare insurance changes. 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: Clares...

Global stocks edge lower today; Investors take cover in safe havens; The US dollar gains as financial markets are on edge and markets will look to a string of central bank policy decisions out of Europe for any possible catalysts. 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....

Possible US strikes on Iran, Federal Reserve interest rates, fluctuations in gold prices, New Zealand's economic growth, job cuts at Standard Chartered 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: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Bus...

Hostilities in the Middle East send oil prices higher; Oil extends its climb as well; Broad risk-off moves across markets abate and US retail sales fall. 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...

Missile strikes between Iran and Israel, rising oil prices, Japan-US trade talks, aid for Ukraine, and flight cancellations to Bali due to a volcanic eruption.  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: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Bus...

From price hikes to volatile markets, Singapore’s economy is already feeling the heat from US President Donald Trump’s trade policies. In this episode of Lens on Singapore, Claressa Monteiro chats with SGX’s Geoff Howie and economist Terence Ho to break down the ripple effects of trade tensions on our economy. From floor mats to stock markets, we explore where the real pain point...

Investors monitor developments on trade deals with Trump's early July deadline on tariffs approaching; Tariff talks between Japan and the United States fall short of a breakthrough; Britain left unresolved the issue of steel and aluminium duties and oil prices rise. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by  The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and...

US President Donald Trump's early departure from the G7 summit, a trade agreement with Britain, and stalled talks with Japan. India's devastating plane crash's economic impact and Singapore's unexpected export decline in May. 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 ed...

Asian shares prove resilient today; Oil prices rose again as the conflict between Israel and Iran showed no sign of cooling; Gold gets a modest safe haven bid and it’s a week packed with central bank meetings. 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: Ho...

Potential US travel restrictions, unresolved US-China trade issues, rising oil prices due to Middle East conflicts, and Singapore's trial of automated roadside parking sensors. 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: Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcas...

Think crypto’s just for tech bros and meme coin gamblers? Think again.  In this episode of Money Hacks, Howie Lim digs into the surprisingly high crypto adoption rates in Singapore with Coinbase’s Hassan Ahmed and crypto communications professional Deborah Tan-Pink.  From common misconceptions and beginner mistakes to why stablecoins might just be the sneaky MVPs, we break do...

Middle East tensions hit Asian markets; oil and gold prices spike; Singapore Airlines tumbles 2.1% after Air India plane crash; GemLife raises $486 Million in Australia’s biggest IPO of the 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 hosted by: Emily...

A devastating plane crash in India, President Trump's upcoming tariff letters, Israeli military strikes on Iran, and Singapore Airlines expanding routes as Jetstar Asia ceases operations. 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: Claressa Monteiro Produced by...

Asian shares stumble after Trump’s latest trade threat; Dollar falls to seven-week lows on rate cut outlook; Singapore retail vacancy creeping up with more tenants looking to exit. 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: Emily Liu ( emilyliu...

Statements by President Trump on trade negotiations, US consumer price trends, rising gold prices, and Japan's declining business sentiment. Jetstar Asia's exit marks a significant change for budget travelers 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...

US, China officials agree on plan to ramp down trade tensions; Jetstar Asia is shutting down on July 31; Centurion shares hit all-time high on submission to list Reit on SGX. 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: Emily Liu ( emilyliu@sph.com.sg...