The Business Times Podcasts

China markets warn Xi that more stimulus is needed to fuel rally; 7-Eleven owner confirms new takeover offer from Couche-Tard; New Zealand steps up pace of rate cuts as economy weakens. 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 )...

Israeli tanks and troops conduct a new ground operation; the British Foreign Secretary meets with leaders in Bahrain and Jordan this week; China imposes taxes on imports of European brandy and the daughter of Singapore’s founding father dies. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Lee Kim Siang / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Reco...

HDB flat dwellers, get ready for your new cat overlords. Because it’s now finally legal to have a pet cat while living in public housing in Singapore. Starting September 1, 2024, the government is rolling out a cat management framework, which sets up rules in place for HDB cat ownership. For the cat lovers among us, it’s been a long time coming. In this episode of Lens on Singapore, we have a look...

China’s stock rally cools as traders take caution; Yuan drags Asian currencies as China’s spending plans disappoint; Singapore semiconductor plays stumble amid rising short interest. 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 ) Re...

Fighting intensifies in the Gaza war, a year after it begins; Britain set up a new Regulatory Innovation Office to boost growth; Samsung reports disappointing results and public housing prices continue to climb in Singapore. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Lee Kim Siang / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.sg )  Recording engineer: Jo...

The surge in US tech stocks, especially Nvidia's 143 per cent increase, has investors questioning if it's too late to invest. Genevieve Cua discusses strategies for tech stock investment and market trends with Dr Wei Dai from Dimensional Fund Advisors. Synopsis: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this monthly Business Times podcast series for affluent individuals, hosted by BT wealth editor...

Chinese stocks continue to surge; Bank Indonesia intervenes in FX markets after rupiah slump; Tokyo Metro looks to raise up to US$2.4 billion in largest Japan IPO since 2018. 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 ) Recording...

The Israeli prime minister vows victory, a year after Hamas’ Oct 7 attack; Europe’s largest economy’s 2024 growth forecast shrinks; Malaysia’s prime minister excludes wealthy students from education subsidies and the South Korean prime minister is set to visit Singapore. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Lee Kim Siang / Claressa Monteiro...

Analysts are saying that tech stocks will move higher to end the year and through 2025 but others have turned bearish. So what do we do? And is there a way to navigate the space safely? Howie Lim speaks to Dom Rizzo, portfolio manager, global technology equity strategy at T. Rowe Price to find out. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 00:56 What...

Asian currencies set for their worst week in more than a year; investors focus on US nonfarm payroll; tensions in the Middle East put markets on edge and oil prices track strong weekly gains. 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) Record...

The union representing 45,000 striking U.S. dockworkers at East and Gulf coast ports reached a tentative deal. In Europe, France's new prime minister, Michel Barnier, will increase corporate tax on the biggest companies in the country and on wealthiest individuals. Turning to Asia, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un threatened to use nuclear weapons and destroy South Korea permanently if provoked whi...

Asian shares retreat from a 32-month peak; bonds are supported by safe-haven flows; oil prices rise and the dollar scales a six-week high versus the yen. 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 engineer: Chai Pei Chieh Produced...

Israel pressed forward on two fronts yesterday, pursuing a ground incursion into Lebanon against Hezbollah that left eight Israeli soldiers dead and conducting strikes in Gaza that killed dozens; Typhoon Krathon has brought Kaohsiung, a city of 2.7 million people, to a standstill for the past three days; Singaporeans’ voluntary top-ups to CPF accounts hit more than $3 billion in the first eight mo...

Investors flock to safer assets keeping US Treasury yields depressed, while gold traded at an almost all-time high; resilient US job market bodes well for a smaller Fed rate cut in November as US job openings unexpectedly increase in August. 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....

Iran said early today that its missile attack on Israel was finished barring further provocation. In Europe, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will push for a reset of relations when he meets the European Commission. Turning to Asia, The newly elected Japanese prime minister pledged Tuesday night to stick to the vital Japan-U.S. alliance while India states that it does not share the vision for a...

Comments from Fed chair scuppers bets of big interest rate cuts; oil prices are flat while gold trades below and rising geopolitical tensions concern investors. 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 engineer: Chai Pei Chieh Pr...

Israeli ground forces crossed into southern Lebanon, marking a significant escalation of an offensive against Hezbollah militants; Shigeru Ishiba is set to be voted in by parliament as Japan's next prime minister and unveil his cabinet; from October, more people will benefit from government healthcare subsidies, including at public hospitals, specialist clinics and dialysis centres. Synopsis: A ro...

A national effort to revive the Singapore market is now underway. But is the review group formed by MAS focusing on the right issues? Senior correspondent Ben Paul analyses the unfolding story. 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. Highlight...

Tokyo stocks plunge while China surges; S&P marches to record highs and cross-border M&As from Asia-Pacific boom in Japan. 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 engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced and edited by: Le...

California Governor Gavin Newsom on Sunday vetoed a hotly contested artificial intelligence safety bill. In Europe, Austrian voters handed a first-ever general election victory to the far-right Freedom Party. In Asia Residents of Nepal’s flood-hit capital returned to their mud-caked homes on September 29 to survey the wreckage. In Macao the sole candidate in the election for Macao’s next leader ha...

While the debate continues as to whether the Fed’s jumbo rate cut was anticipated, we’re more concerned as to what will happen to our investments and money. Experts and market watchers weigh in with tips on where to put our money now.  Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:49 Why understanding Fed decisions is important 04:29 What the divided...

Vietnam says Musk’s SpaceX plans US$15 billion Starlink investment; Oil prices dip as supply rise is on the horizon; Wilmar hits near 5-month high amid heavy trading; Yangzijiang counters pulled in opposing directions amid heavy volumes. 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. Writ...

U.S. efforts to secure a Gaza ceasefire remain stalled after nearly a year of fighting. In Europe, trade unions led protests across Spain overnight. In Asia News a Hong Kong court sentenced a former editor of a shuttered news publication to 21 months in prison while China’s top leaders have pledged stronger support for the economy. In Singapore, the disruption of train services between Jurong East...

Many HNWIs struggle with putting comprehensive wealth plans in place. And they seek tailored wealth management and protection solutions amid rising macro uncertainties. Howie Lim speaks to Leah Ng, chief bancassurance officer at Manulife Singapore to find out what they’ve got. Synopsis: The Business Times Branded Podcasts; finely curated, intelligent, thought provoking content for decision-makers....

Asian markets boosted by tech rally , traders eye US inflation; Boeing strike leaves Asian airlines sweating on plane deliveries; Japan’s NTT Group considers data centre Reit IPO 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 by: Emily Liu ( emilyliu@sph.c...