The Business Times Podcasts

STI jumped more than 1% this morning, nearing a record high; OKH Global surges 38.9% after proposed acquisition of Chip Eng Seng Construction; Adaro Andalan shares gain 20% after Indonesia’s biggest IPO in 2024. 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 L...

Highlights include France's political turmoil, rising oil prices ahead of an OPEC+ meeting, South Korea's impeachment motion, and leadership changes in Singapore's People’s Action Party.  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 )  Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced and edited by...

South Korea shares fall at the close as political tensions continue; Asia markets mixed; Australia’s economic growth stays tepid in challenge for Reserve Bank of Australia; ExxonMobil considering sale of Singapore petrol stations for US$1 billion. 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 re...

Lens on Singapore is now bigger and better. The same deep dive exploration of socio-economic and geopolitical issues which impact our lives here in Singapore and the region is now a video podcast. If watching a conversation is your thing, join Claressa Monteiro in monthly conversations about things that matter. Subscribe to the BT Lens On playlist in the podcasts tab of The Business Times YouTube...

Money Hacks by The Business Times delivers useful financial tips every Monday. Subscribe to the playlist in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts. But if watching is your thing, we've got you covered. Subscribe to the Money Hacks playlist in the podcasts tab of The Business Times YouTube channel and watch as Howie Lim gets the inside scoop on the best money hacks. Website: bt...

Russia-US tensions at the UN, Trump’s legal battles, and political instability in South Korea. In Asia, tensions rise between China and the Philippines. In Singapore, a fugitive tycoon is captured.  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 )  Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced an...

Asian markets rally as China’s central bank chief signals support for economy in 2025; Japan's Nikkei hits three-week closing high in widespread rally; China’s yuan falls to one-year low on weak growth, tariff risk. 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: Emi...

Discussions on US and Ukrainian defense, Taiwan's Trans-Pacific trade concerns, Australia's significant government spending, US restrictions on Chinese semiconductor companies, and Malaysia's decision on water agreements with 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 )  Recording engi...

Is the problem simply the timing of the CEO’s share sales? Or, should we also be concerned that share-based pay does not properly incentivise top executives? Why do companies repurchase their shares in the first place? Senior correspondent Ben Paul offers some answers. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in thi...

Asian markets rise as China data provides hope but euro struggles; SingPost to divest Australia business at A$1 billion enterprise value; China’s 10-year yield sinks to record low on bets that PBOC will ease. 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...

Protests in Georgia over EU membership suspension, US President Biden pardons his son Hunter, New Zealand confirms highly pathogenic avian influenza, and Singapore's Gift-A-Family initiative empowers vulnerable families.  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 )  Recording engineer: Joann Cha...

Worried about dementia's financial toll? Planning for dementia-related financial care isn't easy. Correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Helen Shen, group head of products at Singlife to explore effective ways to safeguard your finances from dementia's impact. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:40 Financial assets of loved one with dementia 05:0...

Yen rallies on rate hike bets as equity markets swing;  One-off property tax rebate in 2025 for owner-occupiers to soften cost-of-living pains; Nam Cheong jumps 19.2% after RM1.2 billion in contract wins. 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...

Russia unleashes its second big attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure this month; US President Joe Biden hopes President-elect Donald Trump would rethink his plan to impose tariffs on Mexico and Canada and wages in Singapore increased and inflation eased in 2024. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( clare...

Australia shares hit record high again on boost from banks; South Korea cuts rates again amid economic slowdown; Amazon injects S$2 billion into its Singapore businesses in 2023. 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 ) Record...

French judges to rule on Marine Le Pen's misappropriation case; Biden's $725 million weapons package for Ukraine; Taiwan's air defense drill amidst tensions with China; PM Lawrence Wong's visit to Bangkok. 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 )  Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Prod...

Asian markets mixed as traders eye fresh trade tensions; Singapore Post climbs 4.5% after reports of potential Australia business sale ; Euro’s bruising leaves global investors on edge; Reserve Bank of New Zealand flags another big cut after second half-point move. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news from Si...

Key global and regional news include Ukraine's defense request to South Korea, a US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, Australia passing a bill to ban children under 16 from social media and a global anti-trafficking operation involving Singapore. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph...

Singapore investors have become less active in ESG investing over the past year and have grown less hopeful about the ability of these funds to outperform. How come Income Insurance is committing a staggering S$1 billion in climate transition financing, then? Correspondent Howie Lim finds out from David Chua, chief investment officer at Income Insurance. Synopsis: The Business Times Branded Podcas...

Trump vows to slap 10% tariffs on China , 25% tariffs on Mexico, Canada; Maybank’s Q3 net profit rises 7.6% to RM2.5 billion; Global airfares set to rise yet again in 2025, Amex GBT says. 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...

The US and France are expected to announce a ceasefire in Lebanon; a U.S. judge dismisses the federal criminal case against president-elect Donald Trump; one police officer was killed and dozens of people injured in Pakistan and the People’s Action Party elects its new central executive committee. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie...

Singapore’s Reits have had a tough couple of years. Despite the challenging environment, recently, CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust (CICT), Singapore’s biggest Reit, made a major bet to acquire 50 per cent of the iconic Ion Orchard mall. In this episode, senior correspondent Leslie Yee sits down with Tony Tan, CEO of CICT’s manager to discuss the trust's strategy to capture the luxury retail...

Asian markets begin week on front foot , Bitcoin rally stutters; RBNZ rate cut wagers leave New Zealand dollar eyeing 2022 low; Mr DIY Indonesian business plans IPO to raise up to 4.7 trillion rupiah. 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 ( emilyl...

Lebanon's Hezbollah and Israel engage in intense conflict, while the US discusses military deportation policies. Australia's government withdraws a controversial bill, and Pakistani police arrest Imran Khan supporters. In Singapore, Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong announces his resignation as PAP chief. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by:...

How much are finance influencers impacting financial decision-making? These individuals offer advice and information on everything from bonds, equities, and crypto to traditional savings accounts and travel miles. But are they replacing traditional financial advisors? Howie Lim speaks to Dawn Cher, SG Budget Babe, a leading personal finance influencer based in Singapore and Brian Seetoh, financial...