The Business Times Podcasts

US Fed’s rate cut brings ‘relief’ to Asian markets, but long-term uncertainty under Trump remains; UOB, OCBC shares break share price ceilings amid strong earnings; China announces 10 trillion yuan program to alleviate local government debt; Malaysia’s September industrial production expands 2.3% , misses forecast. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that l...

Key updates include the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut, Russia’s support for Trump, China’s economic measures, and Malaysia-Singapore economic discussions. Additionally, Changi Airport’s fee hikes and OCBC’s strong profit report are spotlighted. 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...

Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq end at records in post-election surge; Asian equities swing as traders weigh Trump 2.0; Singapore stocks outperform regional peers post US election; China, Vietnam slash currency rate amid US dollar strength. 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...

US stocks hitting record highs after Donald Trump's election win, escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, China's response to the US election, and new bilateral collaborations between Singapore and Indonesia. Additionally, wage hikes under Singapore's NTUC scheme and record earnings for DBS Group.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written...

As votes pile up in his favour, Trump trade erupts across markets ; Bitcoin leaps to record high as traders lean towards Trump victory; Singapore dollar weakens against US dollar , with the greenback gaining on most currencies as election wraps up; Japan's Nikkei ends at 3-week high as markets await US election outcome; With Trump leading in polls, analysts warn of hit to tech, manufacturing stock...

The US presidential election sees wins for Trump and Harris in early results, while Israel replaces its Defence Minister amid tensions. Germany arrests members of a neo-Nazi group, and India condemns attacks on a Hindu temple in Canada. Malaysia revives its search for Flight MH370 and Singapore announces train service disruptions for December. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your...

Nowhere has the impact of digital banking been more significant than in the ASEAN region. How will UOB continue to support this region by way of digital connectivity and financial inclusion? How is it also keeping pace with the demand for digital-first banking experiences in the region? Correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Henry Choi, group head, group retail TMRW, UOB to find out. Synopsis: The Busi...

Asian markets mixed as caution builds ahead of high-stakes US election; Record foreign exodus casts a pall over India’s stock market; Foreign banks in Singapore slash home loan rates to as low as 2.45%. 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 ( emil...

Leading global and regional news of the day include US intervention in Gaza, election security in the US, a new Mpox variant in the UK, missile tests by North Korea, volcanic eruptions in Indonesia, and significant economic updates from Asia. 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 )  Recordin...

The IFA appointed by Dyna-Mac to assess the offer from the Hanwha group compared the deal to precedent “non-privatisation” transactions. Senior correspondent Ben Paul explains why this raises questions. 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 in The Business Times....

Asian markets rise ahead of US election, Chinese stimulus meeting; Oil prices jump over 1% on delayed Opec+ output hike; US dollar falls as some Trump trades are pared; Genting Singapore shares rise nearly 2% after RWS casino chief steps 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...

OPEC+ delays output hike; Kamala Harris and Donald Trump make their final pitches in a heated U.S. presidential race; Maia Sandu wins Moldova's presidential election; the U.S. conducts joint drills with South Korea and Japan; and SPH Media cuts 10% of its tech division.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ( c...

Asian fixed income shows strong performance and potential, despite global market fluctuations and economic uncertainties. It might be time to get onboard but how? Howie Lim finds out from Navin Saigal, head of fundamental fixed income, Asia Pacific at BlackRock. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 02:14 Asian market outperformance 03:54 Uncorre...

Shares in Asian markets were mostly lower ; US jobs data bake in a rate cut; Outlook for Japanese exporters is clouded ; Oil extends its rally to a third day and gold prices climb. 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) Recording enginee...

Key stories include Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's conditions for a ceasefire deal with Lebanon following a deadly Hezbollah attack, Ukrainian President Zelensky's criticism of allies' weak response to North Korea's involvement in Russia's military actions, and South Korea’s manufacturing downturn. Additionally, Typhoon Kong-rey’s impact on Taiwan and Lee Hsien Yang's controversial statements...

SGX starts trading in BYD, Alibaba, Tencent, HSBC and BOC via depository receipts; Malaysian ringgit set for biggest monthly decline since 2015; Hongkong Land rises 12.3% after unveiling new business strategy. 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...

Key stories include a deadly Israeli strike in Gaza, significant tax hikes in the UK, China's space mission launch, new Vehicle Entry Permit collections for Singapore motorists in Malaysia, and investment news from the Singapore Exchange.  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 e...

Asian stocks mixed before mega tech earnings and elections; Singapore’s total employment growth more than doubles in Q3 , retrenchments dip; Bitcoin tops US$71,000 for first time since June as election nears; Temasek says Trump win would slow global 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...

Global tensions rise as North Korea joins Russia's conflict, prompting the U.S. to maintain weapon support for Ukraine. Volkswagen announces major plant closures in Germany, and Israel bans UNRWA, affecting Gaza's humanitarian crisis. The Philippines faces controversy over Duterte's "death squad" claims, while Japan's political future remains uncertain. Singapore reports an oil spill and a forecas...

The post-Covid pandemic days when private home rentals skyrocketed are behind us. Does bargaining power in the private homes leasing market now largely reside with tenants? Should a tenant enter a lease with a longer duration? How do landlords cope in this tougher environment? Are residential property yields attractive? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from Savills’ Alan Cheong. Synop...

The yen hit a three-month low today as Japan's ruling party lost its parliamentary majority; Oil tumbled after Israel's weekend strike on Iran bypassed oil or nuclear targets; and proliferation of ETFs focused on AI. 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 (ho...

Donald Trump's campaign rally in New York, Israel-Iran tensions, Japan's coalition election results, North Korea accuses South Korea of drone intrusions, and Singapore's Animal and Veterinary Service review. 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 Pr...

With the cost of living continuing to rise, investors are eager to discover ways to elevate their financial standing. Correspondent Howie Lim gets some actionable strategies for enhancing your income from Candy Valentino, author and financial analyst. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:31 Diversifying your income streams 04:06 Capitalising...

Singapore’s factory output rises in September; Asian stocks are mixed; Crude oil is set for a weekly advance; Earnings reports are also due from mega-cap tech names and gold eases slightly today. 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) Re...

A UN report on climate change predicting a 3.1°C rise by 2100, ongoing U.S. diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, Japan's struggling ruling party, new scam victim protections in Singapore, and fluctuating real estate prices. Stay updated with The Business Times for more insights and developments. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Howie...