The Business Times Podcasts

President Trump lifting sanctions on Syria, a US-Saudi arms deal, US-Ukraine mineral exploitation, Australian wage growth, adjustments to US-China tariffs, a new Singapore online bookstore by local booksellers. 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...

Asian markets extend rally in glow of China-US truce; Singapore maritime and banks jump on trade de-escalation; Indian stocks, rupee and bonds rally due to ceasefire; Vinpearl shares surge on debut amid IPO drought. 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 b...

US-China tariff reduction, Anthony Albanese sworn in, Indian PM Modi's warning to Pakistan, Bangladesh's political shifts, and Singapore's immigration updates.  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...

Sell America, some said. Don’t buy the dip, others said.  Thanks to US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies, investment advice have popped up left and right in the media. But don’t panic just yet, according to Dr Wei Dai, head of research and vice president at Dimensional Fund Advisors. In this episode, host Genevieve Cua sits down with Dr Dai to explain why you should a...

You’d like a marble counter top, zebra wood for your floors and designer fixtures. But before all that, shouldn’t you figure the budget out and if you have the money? If not, maybe there are loans out there to tap on. For more insights on how to ‘hack’ your home renovations, Howie Lim speaks to Jenn Ong, managing director of GXS Bank. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Ti...

Asian stocks lifted by hopes for US-China talks after UK deal; Singapore dollar at 7-month high against US dollar; OCBC keeps 2025 guidance, but tariffs could affect about 3% of OCBC’s loan book. 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 (...

In today's episode Thrive co-hosts Daryl and Estelle chats with Lee Lung-Nien, Chairman of Citi Private Bank, Asia South to find out what it takes to succeed as an investment banker, why he thinks you should stay in the same company and more. Timestamps: 00:00 - Hook 00:28 - Intro 00:42 - Lung-Nien's introduction 01:13 - What does a banker do? 02:21 - On staying in the same company 03:07 - How he...

The world’s 1.4 million catholics have a new Pope; Trump predicts that punitive U.S. tariffs on Beijing of 145% would likely come down; China and Russia agree to strengthen cooperation and Pakistan's ambassador to the U.S. says that India and Pakistan have had contact.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Clares...

Asian markets mixed as tariff risks weigh on US Fed rate pause; Toyota sees US$1.3 billion profit hit in two months on tariffs; DBS net profit falls 2%, but beats expectations, predicts 5 to 6% 2025 growth. 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...

Ongoing trade negotiations between the United States and China, missile testing activities by North Korea, increasing tensions between India and Pakistan, and the Federal Reserve’s position on tariffs and their subsequent impact on inflation. In regional news, Singapore's aviation sector has demonstrated a strong capacity for recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. Synopsis: A round up of...

Asian stocks rise as China-US trade talks boost optimism; China ramps up monetary stimulus ahead of US trade meeting; Pakistan stocks tumble after India missile attack; Australian dollar hits new five-month high on US-China trade talks. 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....

Tensions between India and Pakistan, US-Canada diplomatic exchange, and upcoming US-China trade talks. The episode also covers Japan's economic growth and Singapore's new SME Sustainability Hub. 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 Prod...

US Dollar recovers some losses, Asian stocks gain as traders eye tariff deals; Hong Kong sells record amount of currency to defend exchange peg; Gold hits one-week high on safe-haven demand, Fed decision loom; Why Epicsoft Asia is taking Ban Leong private. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news from Singa...

Israeli-Palestinian tensions, Russian-Ukrainian conflicts, US-Canadian tariff discussions, ASEAN financial initiatives, and Singapore's election turnout.  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 Business...

Just weeks after Donald Trump’s "Liberation Day", the S&P 500 has recovered almost all the ground it lost. But supply shocks in the US and demand shocks everywhere else could shake the markets again. Senior correspondent Ben Paul explores what it all means for investors. Highlights of the podcast: 01:03 Trump blinked amid bond market turmoil 03:47 Get ready for demand and supply shocks 0...

Weak US dollar sends Asian currencies up; Taiwan markets roiled as Taiwan dollar surges in panic buy; Analysts warn that DBS, OCBC, UOB may cut guidance in Q1 as macro uncertainty weighs on outlook. 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 ( em...

Ukrainian President Zelensky seeks a ceasefire with Russia, Trump announces tariffs on foreign films, Australia's Labor government to address US-China trade issues, Asian currencies surge due to dollar weakness prompting interventions, and Singapore’s stock market shows minimal change post-election.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times. ...

Rising costs and uncertainty have knocked the long heralded $1 million off its pedestal. Or has it? Is $1 million enough to retire on? If not, how much is enough? And how quickly can one get to their magic number? Howie Lim speaks to The Weeblings, content creators who are a quarter way there for insights. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01...

Asian stocks gain after China says it's considering trade talks with the US; Australia shares hit near two-month high on boost from banks; CapitaLand Investment sinks 8% after Q1 revenue falls 24%. 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 ( emi...

President Donald Trump's administration update, potential de-escalation in the US-China trade war, Ukraine-Russia tensions, South Korean presidential race, Australian election forecast, and Singapore's Cooling-off Day. 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...

Asian markets struggle as trade war hits China factory activity; China is privately exempting US-made goods exempt from 125% tariffs; Singapore investors buy the most gold since 2010; Grab reverses loss and posts US$24 million profit in Q1. 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 reg...

Trump administration's auto tariff measures, Canadian elections, and Spain’s blackout. Japan’s industrial output drops, and Apple tops Singapore’s employer rankings. 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...

Asian markets rise as traders gear up for earnings; China says willing to cooperate with US firms after Boeing spat; Amara surges 27% to all-time high on privatisation offer. 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 ) Prod...

Vladimir Putin declares a three-day ceasefire; Chinese tech giant Alibaba Group launches an upgraded version of its flagship AI model; and power starts returning to parts of the Iberian peninsula. 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 Pr...

What does it take to grow a real estate empire in Singapore? In this episode, Leslie Yee hears from Rachel Teo, director of Daniel Teo group of companies, about carving her own path in Singapore’s real estate industry. From growing up visiting sites, to building the investment platform Fraxtor, to the future of senior housing in Singapore, Rachel gives us an honest peek into the workings int...