The Business Times Podcasts

Women today play a critical role in driving economic development. They are generating more wealth than ever before and gaining economic influence, particularly in the roles of consumers, wealth accumulators and investors.  According to Nielsen, by 2028, women will own 75 per cent of discretionary spending, making them the world’s greatest influencers. How are financial services catering to the nee...

Japan’s stock market has made a big comeback this year. Could the country finally be leaving the lost decades behind? Lee Kim Siang speaks to Naomi Fink, global strategist at Nikko Asset Management, to break it all down. Synopsis: Every first, third and fifth Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights of the conversation:  00:51 The driving forces behind...

Global stocks teetering towards their worst month since September; the Bank of Japan kept rates unchanged; the benchmark S&P 500 index rose 0.8%, after earnings from Alphabet and Microsoft beat estimates. 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: Lee Kim Siang ( kimsi...

Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction for sexual assault and rape overturned by New York's highest court. In Asia, former Malaysian prime minister Mahathir Mohamad is among individuals being investigated in connection with a graft probe involving his sons. And in Singapore, a new 255-room hotel under the boutique Hotel Indigo brand will open at Changi Airport’s T2 by 2028. Synopsis: A round up of glo...

Asia shares fall after US tech sell-off; Yen breaches 155 per dollar level as Bank of Japan begins April meeting; Hong Kong spot crypto ETFs aim to launch next week. 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 engineer:...

TikTok's chief executive said that the company expects to win a legal challenge, to block legislation signed into law by President Joe Biden. In Asia, an armed ethnic group in Myanmar, has withdrawn its troops from a town along the Thai border, following a counteroffensive by the ruling junta. And in Singapore, the Singapore Red Cross announced an emergency humanitarian kitchen set up in Egypt’s N...

Are you paying much more in property tax on your beloved home? What is the impact of property taxes on owner-occupiers and non-occupiers of homes? Will property taxes on homes rise even further? Senior correspondent Leslie Yee gets insights from CBRE’s Tricia Song. Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT from The Business Times shares insights on all things Singapore proper...

Asian markets rally as tech companies report earnings; Inflation in Australia comes in higher than expected; Indonesia surprises with rate hike to support 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 ( emilyliu@sph.com.sg ) Recording engineer: Jo...

The United States is preparing a one billion dollar military aid package for Ukraine; two Malaysian military helicopters collided midair and crashed during a training session yesterday; a project to join the main road of Bidadari town to Bartley Road has restarted after a one-year hiatus. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times .  Written by: Lee Kim Siang...

BOJ will hike rates if trend inflation accelerates; Chaibaidao shares pluge at trading debut after IPO in Hong Kong; Nanofilm Technologies jumps 13% after improved Q1 revenue. 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...

President Joe Biden would celebrate Earth Day by announcing 7 billion dollars in grants for residential solar projects. In Asia, Taiwan’s capital was hit by a series of earthquakes overnight and Singapore has launched its final Invincible-class submarine, marking a new era in the Republic’s submarine journey. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times .  Writt...

Asian markets rally after last week’s losses; Vietnam to launch new stocks trading system next week; Investors watch as India elections are underway; Indonesian rupiah falls near historic low as central bank meets on Wednesday. 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 ho...

EU ministers meet today to discuss bolstering Ukraine’s air defences and expanding sanctions on Iran; an Indonesian court will deliver its verdict today on challenges to the outcome of February's presidential election; a Russian man bought more than US$65 million worth of gold bullion held in Singapore in a money laundering conspiracy meant to fund Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Synopsis: A round u...

From the costs of caregiving, to medical costs, to loss of income, disability is expensive. In this episode, Edwin Wee from Great Eastern and Cynthia Chng from the Agency for Integrated Care share their insights on how we can be prepared for whatever happens. Synopsis: The Business Times Podcasts channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market, WealthBT, PropertyBT, Market Focus and spo...

Pratibha Rai was just 27 years old when she was diagnosed with lymphoma. She never imagined this would happen to her. Why are more younger people getting cancer in Singapore and around the world? We hear from oncologist Dr Eileen Poon and cancer survivor Pratibha Rai about the challenges and triumphs in fighting cancer together. Plus, DBS’ head of financial planning literacy Lorna Tan explains wha...

What’s the secret to a successful retirement? According to Christopher Tan, founder of advisory firm Providend, it’s not just good investing and financial planning, it’s also about contentment. Christopher shares his personal wisdom with BT’s Genevieve Cua.  Synopsis: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this monthly Business Times podcast series for affluent individuals, hosted by BT wealth e...

Asian stocks fall after Israel retaliated against Iran; TSMC shares fell 6.7% on global chip outlook concerns; Vietnam will auction gold bars amid record prices; Cordlife halts trading after shares drop 15%. 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 (...

Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven major powers warned that Ukraine risked being defeated by Russia. In Asia, Kazakhstan has declared a national disaster due to flooding and in Singapore, Marina Bay Sands has reported a record performance in the first quarter of 2024. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times .  Written by: Lee Kim Siang ( kimsiang@sph...

Asian markets and currencies rebound after G7 leaders pledge support against the US dollar; TSMC reports 9% rise in net income due to AI demand; Apple’s CEO to meet Lawrence Wong in Singapore this week. 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...

Nine people are facing charges in what authorities are calling the biggest gold theft in Canadian history; Indonesia issues tsunami warning; Cordlife board lodges police report over ‘potential wrongdoings’ of former employees. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times .  Written by: Lee Kim Siang ( kimsiang@sph.com.sg ) / Claressa Monteiro ( claremb@sph.com.s...

Nikkei 225 drops to lowest level since February; Vietnam bails out Saigon Commercial Bank amid major fraud scandal; Singapore’s exports fell 20.7% year-on-year in March. 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 eng...

The United Nations human rights office has called on Israel to halt its support of attacks by West Bank settlers; Sri Lanka has rejected an international bondholders' proposal and in Singapore employers, must fairly consider formal requests from employees for flexible work arrangements from Dec 1, 2024. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times .  Written by:...

Asian stocks fell as fears of Middle East conflict grows; China’s GDP expands 5.3% in Q1, but retail and manufacturing remain sluggish; Asian currencies slump against the US dollar. 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 ) R...

Jury selection begins in criminal trial for ex-US president Donald Trump in New York City; Pakistan declares state of emergency in the southwest of the country as torrential rains continue to batter the region; and in Singapore, political analysts expect a Cabinet reshuffle before or on May 15. Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times .  Written by: Lee Kim...

Asian stocks fall after Iran’s attack on Israel; China stocks rebound as Beijing promises more support for markets; Ringgit, Rupiah among currencies struggling against the US dollar. 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 )...