The Business Times Podcasts

Trump wants to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin as soon as possible to secure an end to the war with Ukraine; Palestinians in northern Gaza prepare tent encampments for displaced families and US lawmakers want to revoke China's preferential trade status with the United States. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Clare...

China unveils plan to encourage insurance funds into stock markets; Indonesian Rupiah near Asian Financial Crisis low; Ley Choon surges 15% as investors positive on construction upturn. 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@...

Mexico preparing shelters for possible deportations, European Union's stance on aid to Ukraine, South Korea's economic performance, Japan's export growth, China’s response to US tariff threats, and a Singaporean voucher offer from FairPrice. 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 )...

Trump eyes 10% tariff on China from Feb 1, vows to hit EU with tariffs; Softbank, OpenAI, Oracle part of $500 billion AI venture in US; Foreign investors pull out of Indian stocks amid disappointing earnings; Indonesia unicorn eFishery allegedly faked most of its sales. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and n...

US tariffs on Europe and China, Putin and Xi's discussions, Malaysia's investment strategy, Myanmar’s deportation of scam suspects, and Singapore's housing affordability. 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...

Asian markets gain as Trump held-off on China tariffs ; Asean currencies tick up as Trump delays tariffs; Trump evokes 50% electric vehicle target, hitting Asian car and battery makers . 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...

Donald Trump claims the US presidency and begins imposing his will; Pope Francis dissolves a Catholic religious community; an Indian court hands down a life sentence and a childcare centre in Sydney was set alight in another antisemitic attack. 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 )&nb...

Asian markets track Wall Street and Europe rally after Trump-Xi talks; Indonesia opens domestic carbon market to global investors; Thailand hunts for central bank chief with ‘modern ideas’; YZJ, Seatrium stocks ride wave of upcycle orders as smooth sailing ahead seen for marine sector. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day&rs...

Hamas-Israeli prisoner swap during a new ceasefire, President-elect Donald Trump's upcoming second inauguration, China's education initiative for 2035, a deadly Myanmar airstrike and Singapore's strong budget framework. 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 b...

Ever wondered how Singapore's national budget comes together? From grocery vouchers to retirement savings, budgeting for a country is incredibly complicated. Just imagine the size of their Excel spreadsheet.  In this episode of Lens on Singapore, host Claressa Monteiro sits down with Andrew Blazey from the OECD and associate professor Terence Ho from the Singapore University of Social Science...

How will gold fare in 2025 now that it’s had rather a stellar 2024 and, let’s face it, decade? Should we be shoring up on this safe haven asset or letting some of it go? What headwinds or tailwinds will gold face moving forward? Correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Albert Cheng, CEO, Singapore Bullion Market Association and Robin Tsui, APAC gold strategist & SPDR gold sales specialist...

China’s economy grew 5% in 2024, surpasses forecasts on stimulus push; BOJ likely to keep hawkish policy pledge, raise rates next week; Australia’s gambling giant Star on the brink of collapse as cash runs out; Maybank expects cross-border money flows to sizzle as Johor-Singapore SEZ takes off. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at t...

Israel's delayed Gaza ceasefire deal, a Space-X rocket failure, China's economic rebound, Taiwan's controversial execution and Singapore's robust key exports. 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 T...

Asian stocks follow Wall Street higher on welcome US inflation data; Gold hits over one-month peak on Fed rate-cut hopes; AI roles top list of fastest-growing jobs in Singapore: LinkedIn;  UK activist investor Palliser takes protest against Great Eastern takeover to MAS, SGX. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market move...

Ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel, US sanctions on Russia, Australia's employment surge, Taiwan's maritime security measures, and new app store regulations 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 P...

Asian markets mixed as traders eye US inflation data, earnings; Rupee slump could push back rate cut; Yen rises on BOJ rate hike bets; Grab partners BYD to expand electric vehicle fleet offering across South-east Asia; MOH renews Cordlife’s licence for one year, shares climb 10.3%. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s mark...

Negotiators are near a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza today; firefighters hold the line against two massive wildfires in LA; South Korean authorities attempt to arrest the impeached President again and U.S. VP Harris calls PM Wong. 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 an...

China’s growth seen slowing to 4.5% in 2025 as US tariffs bite; China discusses sale of TikTok US to Elon Musk as one possible option; Japan’s NTT plans US$1 billion data centre Reit listing in Singapore. 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...

Peace negotiations in Gaza, climate change litigation involving major oil companies, the potential sale of TikTok's US operations, massive protests in Manila, and employment trends among Singapore's polytechnic graduates.  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...

Markets will do what they do in 2025, but there are ways to help you stay on an even keel. Genevieve Cua sets out things you can anticipate in terms of returns, and trends in rates and inflation, including healthcare. Plus chalking up more in savings to maximise what the CPF can eventually pay you in retirement savings for life. Synopsis: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this monthly Busin...

Asian markets track Wall Street losses after blockbuster US jobs report; New Russian oil sanctions send oil prices up and Asian refiners scrambling; Chinese trade surplus soars to US$1 trillion on pre-Trump exports. 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 sanctions on Russian oil producers, California wildfires, and significant updates from Asia-Pacific nations. Singapore faces heavy rainfall due to the monsoon 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...

Digital trading platforms have transformed investing. And with the online brokerages and share trading platforms sector heating up, how will we know we’re picking the right one and not just falling for anything? Correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Philip Waters, head of Asia Pacific and Emerging Markets at OANDA to find out. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financi...

Asian markets drift lower as US jobs data looms; Singapore’s STI tumbles 1.7% with bank shares falling; Ultraman toymaker Bloks surges after blockbuster Hong Kong IPO; TSMC’s sales beat estimates in a boost for AI’s outlook in 2025. 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 a...

Trump's sentencing, Los Angeles wildfires, anti-Semitic attacks in Sydney, Johor's economic growth and heightened security 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 , SPH Media --- F...