The Business Times Podcasts

Asian markets fall as Chinese yuan slumps to four-month low; Australia central bank sees another tough year ahead; Cordlife directors and former CEO arrested for breaches of disclosure obligations. 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 ( emilyli...

Asian markets rally after Federal Reserve meeting on Wednesday; Gold prices surge to record high; Hong Kong Monetary Authority kept interest rates unchanged. 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: Joann...

Wall Street upbeat while the Fed meets on interest rate policy today; Japanese yen at four-month low after Bank of Japan ended negative interest rates; China maintains benchmark lending rates; Seatrium continues most volume traded on SGX. 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. W...

Japan ends negative interest rate after 17 years; South Korea promises tax cuts to boost shareholder returns; Vietnam hits record high trading volume amid speculation of President’s resignation. 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@s...

Bank of Japan widely expected to raise interest rates on Tuesday; Vietnam announces new trading platform as stocks rally; Ringgit bounces back from February low amid government efforts; Singapore non-oil exports down 0.1 percent in February. 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...

Watches are one of the most popular buys for wealthy Singaporeans. If you’ve seen one up close, you can see why they’re such beloved works of art. But can they pull their weight as investments? BT’s Lee Kim Siang sits down with Nick Lim, director of second-hand dealer Chuan Watch to get to the bottom of this.  Synopsis: Every first, third and fifth Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks do...

Starting a business is not an easy journey. Many obstacles along the way could make or break the dream. In this episode, BT’s Lee Kim Siang sits down with Paul Kan from UOB to talk about the challenges faced by young entrepreneurs in the startup landscape, and the resources out there for budding entrepreneurs.  Synopsis: The Business Times Branded Podcasts; finely curated, intelligent, thought pro...

Markets slump after US inflation beats expectations; Hong Kong stocks fall after China’s central bank keeps rate unchanged; Japan’s companies agree to biggest wage hike in 33 years, Bank of Japan likely to end negative interest rate policy next week; No Signboard resumes trading, shares drop up to 90%. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by  The Business Times  that looks at the...

Traders looking to US producer prices data tonight; Worries of a bubble trigger sell-off in India small-cap stocks; Singtel denies report of Optus sale. 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: Joann Chai...

Higher US inflation data fails to dampen investor sentiment; Economists raise forecast for Singapore’s 2024 economic growth to 2.4%; Seatrium receives SGX approval to consolidate shares. 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.s...

A group of minority shareholders at Great Eastern have put through three resolutions to address their assessment of Great Eastern's shares. Their attempt to table these resolutions at the upcoming AGM has been rejected. What is next? BT's Ben Paul sits down with independent investor Ong Chin Woo to discuss his concerns and breakdown the resolutions proposed. Synopsis: Listen to senior corresponden...

Hong Kong and China shares buoyed by share buybacks and higher inflation; Bank of Japan close to raising interest rates next week; SGX to launch short-term interest rate futures. 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 ) Reco...

Stocks in Japan, Australia and Singapore retreat after up tick in US unemployment; Japfa shares jump after report of potential privatisation deal. 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: Joann Chai Pei Chi...

Asian markets rally after positive Fed comments; Bank of Japan could start raising rates next week; Australian shares hit record high. 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: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produce...

The Fed says rate cut still likely this year; China exports growth promising sign for demand; Gold prices near another record peak. 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: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced a...

Philippines central bank governor dismissed possibility of rate cuts; Prabowo Subianto targets 8% growth over next five years for Indonesia; Singapore shares rally on Wednesday despite global losses; Gold prices edge down from record high. 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....

China sets 5% GDP growth target; India’s Tata Motors to split into two listed firms; Malaysia Derivatives Exchange to launch soyoil futures contract. 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: Joann Chai Pe...

Nikkei continues record-breaking rally; Thailand to clamp down on short selling; Great Eastern shareholders propose resolutions to table at AGM. 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: Joann Chai Pei Chi...

You know how it goes: It’s been a long, stressful week. On a whim, you decide to treat yourself to a massage. Your partner gets salty. A fight ensues. How do you avoid this? Lee Kim Siang hears from one couple who’s figured it out. Synopsis: Every first, third and fifth Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights of the conversation:  01:22 Planning for bi...

Nikkei reaches all-time high as lower inflation in the US boosts global markets; Frasers Centrepoint Trust to replace Emperador on the Straits Times Index. 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: Joann C...

Australian shares hit record high; New Zealand central bank holds interest rate steady; AEM shares plunge after net loss 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 ) Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced and...

Singapore shares fall amid disappointing OCBC, City Developments earnings. 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: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced and edited by: Lee Kim Siang & Claressa Monteiro Produ...

Singapore stocks down as traders await US inflation data; Bank Negara says ringgit should appreciate this year; Hong Kong cracks down on crypto shops and exchanges. 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...

Singapore’s electronics output down in January; Seatrium reports S$1.7 billion net loss for H2 2023; Great Eastern net profit down 13 percent from 2022. 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: Joann Chai...

UOB is a leading patron of art in Asia, championing Southeast Asian art and artists across the region over the past four decades. What is the connection between art and banking? How has this shared history shaped UOB’s business today? Lee Kim Siang sits down with Christine Ip, head of group strategic communications and brand, UOB, to find out. Synopsis: The Business Times Branded Podcasts; finely...