The Business Times Podcasts

President Trump's tariffs on the EU, Russia-Ukraine ceasefire update, Duterte's ICC arrest, Singapore electoral boundary changes, Hong Kong's stock market surge. 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 Busines...

Most Asian stocks drop as Trump trade policy sows uncertainty; Global steel trade war heats up as Korea and Vietnam impose tariffs; Temasek investing US$1 billion in India’s Haldiram’s ; Salesforce to invest US$1 billion in Singapore, partner SIA to develop AI airline solutions. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s m...

US military aid to Ukraine, Germany's financial plans under Friedrich Merz, Trump's nominee for US ambassador to Singapore and Japan's inflation data.  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 Tim...

Asian markets track Wall Street selloff as Trump-fuelled economy fears build; Singapore bank stocks tumble as STI drops 2% after US, Asia market retreat; Thailand offering tax incentives to boost stock market; Philippines central bank looking at more rate cuts. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news from...

Ukrainian president meets the Saudi crown prince; Israel suspends goods entering Gaza; Japan hopes the US does not impose trade tariffs and SGX plans to list Bitcoin futures. 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...

Investment-linked insurance plans, or ILPs, are often touted for their dual benefits of protection and investment returns. But do they live up to the claim? In this episode, Genevieve Cua, wealth editor of The Business Times, unravels the five common misconceptions about ILPs. Learn about their high costs, and find out if they truly offer the protection and investment returns they may promise. Syn...

China’s retaliatory tariffs on US farm goods take effect; Investors dump Indonesia stocks as Prabowo flexes market muscles; Thailand readies 27 billion baht in new cash handout to spur 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 Liu ( em...

Mark Carney to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada's Prime Minister, US President Trump's latest position on Ukraine, Japan's real wage falls, urgent housing needs for migrant workers and new projections for sea-level rise 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 ) ...

Is your business ready to capitalise on the opportunities presented by Budget 2025?  In our latest episode of Money Hacks, host Howie Lim dives into the details of Budget 2025 with Christopher Gee, deputy director at the Institute of Policy Studies, and Yong Jiahao, corporate tax partner at KPMG. From corporate tax rebates to AI readiness and talent development, they unpack how this year&rsqu...

Asian markets fall as Trump backs off on Mexico, Canada tariffs after market blowback; Bitcoin tumbles after executive order for Bitcoin reserve disappoints investors; Saudi sovereign wealth fund set to invest US$100 million in AirAsia . 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...

President Trump's suspension of tariffs on Canada and Mexico, Canada's record trade surplus, Australian household spending data, China's ongoing trade war with the US and Singapore's Prime Minister will address accountability in a government data mishap. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.c...

Stocks rise as Trump exempts some automakers from tariffs for one month; Alibaba shares jump 7% after unveiling latest DeepSeek contender; Japan’s 10-year bond yield reaches highest since 2009; Malaysia discussing absorbing US tariff impact with chip companies. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news...

US tariff exemptions, European defense measures, South Korea's inflation data, China's defense spending, and Singapore's new regulations on mobility devices.  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 Busin...

China targets 5% GDP growth, ramps up stimulus to guard economy from changes 'unseen in a century'; Asian markets climb after China reveals 5% target; Indonesia’s nickel boom is forcing its own smelters to shut down. 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...

Canada’s response to trade tariffs, China’s intent for Taiwan, economic moves in Germany and Australia and EU sanctions on Singapore firm tied to Russia. 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...

Trade wars erupt as Trump hits Canada, Mexico, China with steep tariffs, and China retaliates ; Trump asked Japan and China to stop devaluing their currencies ; Indian stocks face historic selloff as foreign investors exit; Trump and TSMC announce US$100 billion plan to build five new US factories. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day&r...

MAS will farm out S$5 billion to fund managers as part of a national plan to boost the Singapore market. Will the programme succeed? What more needs to happen? BT senior correspondent Ben Paul analyses the latest developments. 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...

Asian markets climb on China fiscal hopes against Trump tariffs;  ST Engineering shares soar over 8% as analysts raise target price; CDL shares drop 7% to the lowest since 2009 as it lifts trading halt; Malaysian stem cell therapy provider Yakin Medic aims to raise RM100 million in Catalist IPO. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day...

Europe's Ukraine peace plan, China's manufacturing boost, Australia's housing market rebound, and a significant drop in CDL shares 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 Business Times , S...

If you’re financially prepared, being laid off may not be so daunting. But that’s key: being prepared. How long does it take to do that and what are the steps to take? Howie Lim speaks to Daphne Tan from CMC Markets Singapore and Zac Ng from PhillipCapital. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:13 Drivers of current retrenchment wa...

Asian chip shares tumble on Nvidia earnings, tariff fears; Indonesia to strongly intervene as rupiah drops to five-year low; Olam H2 profit falls 83.4% to S$38.4 million; pares proposed dividend to S$0.03 per share. 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-Ukraine defense agreements, Japan’s economic data, New Zealand’s consumer confidence, and China-US military discussions. It also addresses Singapore's fiscal surplus. 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 P...

Asian markets mixed after latest Trump tariff threat; Hong Kong stock index tops 24,000 for first time since 2022; Bitcoin ETFs are hit by a record US$1 billion outflow in one day; Bumitama Agri , Golden Agri , ST Engineering , Sembcorp Industries report strong earnings for second half of 2024. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day&rsquo...

Canada's Liberal Party's resurgence, a key Ukraine-US minerals deal, progress on the Johor Bahru-Singapore rail link, Singapore's Parliament debate on the budget. 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 Busine...

Asian markets rebound, led by Chinese tech stocks; Thai central bank surprises with rate cut as risks to growth increase; Malaysia mulls over plans for casino in Forest City as part of Johor-S’pore Special Economic Zone ; CDL suspends shares amid father son power struggle. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market moveme...