Episodes

  • S1E42: Navigating a business sale: WealthBT
    Sep 22 2024

    Selling a company is a major, often difficult, decision. It brings up questions of identity, ambition and legacy.

    Cheng Hsin Chih, market head of Southeast Asia at Pictet Wealth Management, has worked with many clients through this journey.

    In this episode, BT wealth editor Genevieve Cua sits down with Cheng to break down the complexities of selling a company.

    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:

    01:33 Why is it so hard to decide to sell?

    04:17 How Cheng helped a client decide to let go

    08:43 What are the exit options for your company?

    11:22 Getting everyone’s buy-in to sell

    13:13 So after selling your company, what’s next?

    More about:

    Pictet Wealth Management

    Wealth solutions

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

    With Cheng Hsin Chih, market head for Southeast Asia, Pictet Wealth Management

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

    Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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    Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.

    Discover more BT podcast series:

    BT Money Hacks Podcast at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks

    BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt

    BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM

    PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt

    BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus

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    16 mins
  • S2Because great reads should be heard: BT Correspondents
    Sep 12 2024

    If you’ve been a fan of the podcasts Mark to Market, Wealth BT and Property BT - they are moving to a new listing!

    BT Correspondents! Look for episodes every Tuesday from October! All the insights and analysis in market trends, property, wealth and soon mobility too. Powered by The Business Times journalism of Genevieve Cua, Leslie Yee, Ben Paul and Derryn Wong.

    Because great reads SHOULD be heard! BT Correspondents. Find BT Correspondents wherever you listen to podcasts.

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    1 min
  • S1E41: Integrated Shield plans: When do premium rises cross the line? WealthBT (Ep 41)
    Aug 25 2024

    Premiums of some Integrated Shield plans (IPs) are rising in September. Should you downgrade or switch your insurer? There are ways to save on premiums. MOH’s data on lifetime premiums may also help guide your choice of insurer.

    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:

    01:46 How much are IP premiums rising

    05:15 How to choose the right IP for you

    07:50 How do insurance companies set premium prices?

    10:20 Is it time to switch IPs?

    11:38 Tips to save costs on IPs

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

    With Eddy Cheong, chief executive, Havend

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Genevieve Cua & Emily Liu

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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

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    Website: bt.sg/wealthbt

    Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.

    Discover more BT podcast series:

    BT Money Hacks Podcast at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks

    BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt

    BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM

    PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt

    BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus

    BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod

    BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson

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    14 mins
  • S1E40: Private market assets: Growth opportunities in a new era: WealthBT (Ep 40)
    Jul 23 2024

    Genevieve Cua speaks to Victor Aerni, Pictet Wealth Management Asia’s chief executive, on the factors driving interest in private markets, the segments that offer the most attractive opportunities, and the need for a multi-generational horizon for such assets.

    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:

    02:12 What is driving interest in private markets?

    04:54 The outlook for private asset returns given tighter funding conditions

    09:25 The endowment approach to private assets

    12:06 Where private markets sit in portfolios and the ideal holding period

    13:17 How private assets differ from public markets

    More about:

    Pictet Wealth Management

    Private assets – the opportunity to uncover gems in an uncertain world

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

    With Victor Aerni, chief executive, Pictet Wealth Management Asia

    Edited by: Emily Liu and Lee Kim Siang

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

    Executive producer: Lee Kim Siang

    Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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    Website: bt.sg/wealthbt

    Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg

    Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.

    Discover more BT podcast series:

    BT Money Hacks Podcast at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks

    BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt

    BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM

    PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt

    BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus

    BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod

    BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson

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    17 mins
  • S1E39: Bitcoin: Bubble or real asset? WealthBT (Ep 39)
    Jun 23 2024

    Genevieve Cua speaks to Chang Wei Liang, DBS FX and credit strategist who covers crypto, on valuation approaches to Bitcoin, the underpinnings of its value; and the implications of the mode of investment - direct holding or ETF.

    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:

    03:00 Valuation approaches for Bitcoin

    06:48 Supply/demand factors and the “invisible hand” in Bitcoin

    09:34 Factors that influence Bitcoin prices

    12:38 Investing directly vs Bitcoin spot ETFs

    14:33 Bitcoin’s role in a portfolio and the equity component

    16:18 Bitcoin as a revolutionary concept vs central bank digital currencies

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

    With Chang Wei Liang, FX and credit strategist, DBS

    Edited by: Lee Kim Siang

    Produced by: Genevieve Cua & Lee Kim Siang

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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

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    Website: bt.sg/wealthbt

    Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.

    Discover more BT podcast series:

    BT Money Hacks Podcast at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks

    BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt

    BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM

    PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt

    BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus

    BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod

    BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson

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    19 mins
  • S1E38: Family offices: More than a badge of prestige: WealthBT (Ep 38)
    May 26 2024

    While having a family office has often been looked at as a status symbol, is it really all it is? Beware, it can be costly to set up. Genevieve Cua gets the ins and outs from Angie Han, head of wealth planning, Pictet Wealth Management Asia.

    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:

    02:40 Some major drivers for the decision to establish a family office

    05:00 Helping families to crystallise their objectives

    10:58 Does a family office replace a trust?

    13:38 Single family office vs multi-family office and other structures

    16:03 Size threshold for single family office

    16:41 Challenges to ensure family office continuity

    More about: Pictet Wealth Management https://www.pictet.com/sg/en/wealth-management

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

    With Angie Han, head of wealth planning, Pictet Wealth Management Asia

    Edited by: Howie Lim and Lee Kim Siang

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

    Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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    YouTube Music: bt.sg/wbyt

    Google: bt.sg/wtGO

    Website: bt.sg/wealthbt

    Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg

    Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.

    Discover more BT podcast series:

    BT Money Hacks Podcast at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks

    BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt

    BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM

    PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt

    BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus

    BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod

    BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson

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    21 mins
  • S1E37: This can make or break your retirement: WealthBT (Ep 37)
    Apr 21 2024

    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 editor Genevieve Cua.

    Highlights of the conversation:

    02:15 Qualities of successful investors

    04:46 Christopher’s retirement roadmap

    07:06 Planning approaches that work best regardless of market factors

    10:33 Biggest mistakes or blind spots to avoid

    12:14 What is your personal relationship with money?

    13:39 How to work towards sufficiency and contentment for a more fulfilling life

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

    With Christopher Tan, founder, Providend

    Edited by: Emily Liu and Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Genevieve Cua & Emily Liu

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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

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    Google: bt.sg/wtGO

    Website: bt.sg/wealthbt

    Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.

    Discover more BT podcast series:

    BT Money Hacks Podcast at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks

    BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt

    BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM

    PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt

    BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus

    BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod

    BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson

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    17 mins
  • S1E36: What’s next when shielding of Special Account is barred? WealthBT (Ep 36)
    Mar 24 2024

    Some CPF members feel stopping the practice of “shielding” the Special Account is unfair, because they have lost the opportunity of a higher interest rate. But investing your CPF savings is more important than ever. What does this mean for your CPF returns?

    BT’s Genevieve Cua gets insights from Samuel Rhee of Endowus.

    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 conversation:

    02:33 Does Endowus have a conflict of interest as CPF digital adviser?

    05.35 Closing the shielding loophole: impact on confidence

    08:36 Tradeoffs of not investing the Ordinary Account

    11:54 How challenging is it to outperform the SA 4% rate?

    14:59 Overcoming the biggest hurdles to investing

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

    With Samuel Rhee, chief investment officer, Endowus

    Edited by: Emily Liu and Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Genevieve Cua & Emily Liu

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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

    Follow WealthBT podcasts and rate us at:

    Channel: bt.sg/btwealthbt

    Amazon: bt.sg/wbtam

    Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/wbAP

    Spotify: bt.sg/wbSP

    Google: bt.sg/wtGO

    Website: bt.sg/wealthbt

    Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg

    Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.

    Discover more BT podcast series:

    BT Money Hacks Podcast at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks

    BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt

    BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM

    PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt

    BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus

    BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod

    BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson

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    18 mins