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The Business Times Podcasts

The Business Times
Singapore
Iran
United States
Donald Trump
Gold
Japan
Oil
China
Artificial Intelligence
Brent Crude
Oil Prices
US Dollar
Venezuela
Federal Reserve
Strait Of Hormuz
Greenland
Ukraine
Silver
Thailand
Inflation

The Business Times Podcast Channel presents diverse perspectives, in-depth analysis and news covering career, business, markets, investing, current affairs and tech.

Powered by the Journalism of The Business Times and Tech in Asia.

Available on all your favourite audio and video content apps and at www.businesstimes.com.sg/podcasts

Produced by BT Audio, thrive and Tech in Asia. The Business Tim... more

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Latest Episodes

Geopolitics, Big Tech, and fragile ceasefires: The bulls took a breather this week. Oil prices jump as Middle East tensions flare, but how much risk premium is actually priced in? As the US Fed holds firm, we delve into what "higher for longer" means... more

Headline news for April 24, 2026: Israel and Lebanon extend their ceasefire by three weeks after an Oval Office meeting, but Iran tightens its grip on the Strait of Hormuz and oil climbs above a hundred and six dollars. At home, Singapore's HDB resal... more

Market news for April 23, 2026: Asia’s rally collapsed as Gulf shipping woes spiked oil prices, fuelling inflation fears and driving safe-haven flow into the dollar, while gold fell.

Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Bus... more

Headline news for April 21, 2026: The Iran ceasefire deadline has been pushed to Wednesday evening Washington time, Thursday morning in Singapore, as both sides signal cautious willingness to talk. Japan scraps decades of arms export restrictions and... more

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Recent Guests

Zachary Young
Founder of Atlantis Labs and CEO of CryptoKnight Academy
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Darrin Ng
From Phillip Securities
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Episode: S1E263: Beyond the index: how active ETFs offer adaptability in volatile markets
Charu Chanana
From Saxo
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Episode: S1E263: Beyond the index: how active ETFs offer adaptability in volatile markets
Neil Falconer
Head of Innovation Banking HSBC Singapore
HSBC Singapore
Episode: S1E1: Building for scale in South-east Asia’s new economy
Amarjit Kaur
Leads the employment practice at Withers Khattarwong
Withers Khattarwong
Episode: S1E262: Navigate job market caution; secure higher salary bumps
Anurag Garg
Country lead at Michael Page Singapore
Michael Page Singapore
Episode: S1E262: Navigate job market caution; secure higher salary bumps
Eileen Lim
Programme Director, UOB FinLab and Ecosystems
UOB FinLab
Episode: S1E1: AI ready: How Singapore SMEs are turning anxiety into advantage
Elson Low
Director at Events Partner and SME within the UOB Business Circle
Events Partner / UOB
Episode: S1E1: AI ready: How Singapore SMEs are turning anxiety into advantage
Cecilia Tan
Seasoned China hand and former Chief Executive Officer of Sassuer Asset Management
Sassuer Asset Management / Sassuer REIT
Episode: S1E53: China's real estate market: A rebound in sight?

Host

Howie Lim
Host of multiple business and market-focused programs; affiliated with The Business Times.

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3.9 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
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Timely coverage of geopolitics and energy topics is valuable for sponsors and guests.
Content generally informative for market context and macro drivers.
Distraction from background noise at critical moments noted by some listeners.
Sound quality and pacing are appreciated, though production elements could be improved.
Guest perspectives add credibility and depth to thematic discussions.

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S1E61: New Integrated Shield riders: Should you make a switch?
Q: In what ways might policyholders be either better off or worse off with the new riders, apart from higher out-of-pocket?
Policyholders could benefit from lower rider premiums and reduced long-term costs if they remain generally healthy, but there is a risk of delayed care due to higher upfront deductibles and the possibility of reduced cover for non-listed cancer drugs unless a standalone cancer rider is purchased.
S1E61: New Integrated Shield riders: Should you make a switch?
Q: So, Eddy, you've written an advisory on the new riders for your clients. What do you see as the most significant changes in terms of pricing or features?
The changes include removing coverage of the deductible in the new riders, raising the co-payment cap, and a likely drop in rider premiums by about 30% to 40%, offset by higher base-plan costs. Depending on health status and hospitalization needs, switching could yield substantial lifetime savings for some, while others may prefer the old rider if they anticipate future medical work.
S2E38: Oil spike, inflation, and Middle East tensions: Can ceasefire avert global economic shock?
Q: What is the main catalyst driving current market moves and inflation expectations?
The main driver is the US–Iran conflict and its impact on oil prices, which has been pushing up near-term inflation expectations and shaping market pricing across assets.
S1E262: Navigate job market caution; secure higher salary bumps
Q: What are the top contract terms people should scrutinize before signing?
Termination terms, notice periods, how payments (bonuses, sign-ons, equity) are affected on termination, and the specifics of non-compete or non-solicit clauses should be clearly understood and negotiated.
S1E262: Navigate job market caution; secure higher salary bumps
Q: How should someone think about the trade-off between a higher pay bump and job security when switching roles?
A larger pay bump is appealing, but frequent switching without stability can hurt long-term career progression and perceived commitment, especially toward senior roles.

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The show centers on real-time market news, macro themes, and geopolitical developments that move financial markets, with frequent discussions of oil, energy, currencies, and regional Asia markets. A prominent guest frameworked analysis on current-account effects and asset positioning, while conversations often stress diversification and the tilt toward real assets in uncertain times. Noteworthy is the emphasis on geopolitics as a potential near-term driver and the integration of global macro with sector- and region-specific insights, which can help listeners make informed investment and business decisions in volatile contexts.

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2. Darrin Ng
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