Episodes

  • The cost of dying unprepared: Why your will may not be enough
    Sep 8 2025

    Disputes over wills can fracture families and drag on in court. In this episode of WealthBT, host Genevieve Cua speaks with Ang Boon Yaw of Yeo Marini Law Corporation on why more Singaporeans — including younger couples — are taking estate planning seriously.

    From the risks of DIY will to why trusts may sometimes be necessary, Ang shares practical advice on the most common mistakes to avoid when it comes to planning your legacy.

    Synopsis: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this monthly Business Times podcast series for affluent individuals, hosted by BT wealth editor Genevieve Cua.

    Highlights of the podcast:

    03:22 What happens without a will?

    05:37 Wills change as life changes

    08:20 Most common will mistakes

    11:08 Will vs Trust

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    Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg)

    With Ang Boon Yaw of Yeo Marini Law Corporation

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Emily Liu & Chai Pei Chieh

    A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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    14 mins
  • Simba-M1 deal: Implications for investors
    Sep 1 2025

    In a surprise twist, Simba rather than StarHub has emerged as the acquirer of M1’s telco business. Has the plucky upstart outflanked its more established competitor? Or, has StarHub dodged a bullet? Are Singapore’s telco stocks attractive? Senior correspondent Ben Paul delves into the implications of the deal.

    Highlights of the podcast:

    03:46 Does consolidation mean less competition?

    05:16 How the telcos have jostled for market share

    08:12 Simba’s ASX-listed parent tapping investors

    13:25 StarHub prepares to fight, reduces guidance

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    Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg)

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Ben Paul, Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

    A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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    17 mins
  • Bringing life to state properties
    Aug 25 2025

    Can state properties become vibrant spaces that create economic and societal value?

    In this episode of PropertyBT, host Leslie Yee chats with Singapore Land Authority’s Carrie Wong.

    We explore the challenges of managing black-and-white bungalows. We see how the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) is different from private sector landlords. We also look at success stories in transforming state properties and the SLA’s work in supporting social enterprises and the arts.

    Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT from The Business Times shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey. Episodes feature views and insights from property analysts.

    Highlights of the podcast:

    01:12 Diverse range of state properties

    02:31 Black-and-white bungalows

    09:11 Creating great physical spaces

    13:45 Staying ahead of trends

    Read Leslie’s articles:

    Tighten en bloc rules, encourage reuse so more private housing blocks stand for over 50 years

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    Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

    With Carrie Wong, director of business planning and development (land operations), Singapore Land Authority

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Leslie Yee, Emily Liu & Chai Pei Chieh

    A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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    16 mins
  • Is it boom or bust for car-sharing in Singapore?
    Aug 18 2025

    Singapore’s car-sharing scene has seen its fair share of failures, from Smove to BlueSG’s recent pause. But one company has bucked the trend: GetGo.

    In this episode of TransportBT, host Derryn Wong speaks with GetGo CEO Toh Ting Feng about building a successful car-sharing platform in a challenging market like Singapore.

    From EV adoption to future expansion overseas, they explore whether car-sharing could finally be a sustainable alternative to car ownership in Singapore.

    Highlights:

    01:30 BlueSG’s fall, GetGo’s rise

    05:58 Is Singapore against private cars?

    08:59 Car-sharing vs ride-hailing

    10:47 Are EVs a problem for car-sharing?

    12:48 Cars as a subscription service?

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    Written and hosted by: Derryn Wong (derrynwong@sph.com.sg)

    With Toh Ting Feng, CEO, GetGo

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Derryn Wong, Emily Liu & Chai Pei Chieh

    A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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    18 mins
  • Staying invested for long-term gains
    Aug 11 2025

    If markets have you on edge, this WealthBT episode reveals how geopolitical crises and market swings can actually be opportunities. Join Genevieve Cua and Pictet Wealth Management Asia’s CEO Victor Aerni to learn how a long-term approach and strategic asset allocation can help you gain from volatility and achieve your financial goals.

    Synopsis: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this monthly Business Times podcast series for affluent individuals, hosted by BT wealth editor Genevieve Cua.

    This episode is brought to you by Pictet Wealth Management.

    Highlights of the podcast:

    01:28 The US economy: A tectonic shift

    03:40 Fear overcome by "time in the market"

    07:37 Dealing with investment losses and drawdowns

    09:34 How crises can fuel long-term growth

    10:45 Building a resilient portfolio with strategic asset allocation

    12:17 Shifts in strategic asset allocation

    More about:

    Pictet Wealth Management

    WealthBT x Pictet Podcast page

    Staying invested - why patience pays off in the market

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    Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg)

    With Victor Aerni, chief executive officer, Pictet Wealth Management Asia

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

    A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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    15 mins
  • Broadening bullishness in Singapore
    Aug 4 2025

    MAS has begun appointing fund managers under its S$5 billion Equities Market Development Programme, and plans to consult proposals to enable investors to seek recourse if they suffer losses due to market misconduct. Senior correspondent Ben Paul explains how this might reshape the market.

    Highlights of the podcast:

    02:28 A S$5 billion boost to smaller-cap stocks

    04:36 EQDP fund managers should press for change

    07:49 Reducing “friction” to seeking civil recourse

    10:43 Boardroom or courtroom? Try the public square

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    Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg)

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Ben Paul, Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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    13 mins
  • Making property agents do better by consumers
    Jul 21 2025

    What should be done with rogue agents, inactive agents and big agencies dominating the market?

    In this episode of PropertyBT, host Leslie Yee chats with Prof Sing Tien Foo to explore ideas like regulating sales commission rates and eliminating the role of agents in selling HDB resale flats.

    We discuss the responsibility of agencies for the actions of agents, whether inactive agents should be stuck off and the impact of having an agency landscape dominated by a few big players.

    Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT from The Business Times shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment journey. Episodes feature views and insights from property analysts.

    Highlights of the podcast:

    01:08 Dealing with rogue agents

    04:49 Dominance of a few big agencies

    08:23 Sales commission rates

    09:59 What to do with inactive agents

    Read Leslie’s articles:

    Low mortgage rates help; but be cautious in pursuing condo dreams as economic outlook weakens

    See the positives in having choice HDB resale flats that transact for over a million dollars each

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    Written and hosted by: Leslie Yee (lyee@sph.com.sg)

    With Prof Sing Tien Foo, provost's chair professor, Department of Real, NUS Business School

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Leslie Yee, Emily Liu & Chai Pei Chieh

    A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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    14 mins
  • Are COEs broken? How to fix Singapore’s car quota system
    Jul 14 2025

    Singapore’s Certificate of Entitlement (COE) system has sparked public frustration again, especially after recent comments from Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow defending private hire car allocations.

    In this episode, BT’s Derryn Wong speaks with economist Walter Theseira to unpack whether private hire cars really drive up COE prices, the bigger issues with the COE system, and what an ideal, more equitable policy could look like in future Singapore.

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    Written and hosted by: Derryn Wong (derrynwong@sph.com.sg)

    With Walter Theseira, Associate Professor of Economics, Singapore University of Social Sciences

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Derryn Wong, Emily Liu & Howie Lim

    A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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    19 mins