Episodios

  • S1E238: Can dividend investing be your ticket out of a 9-5?
    Sep 28 2025

    If you’re ready to ditch the 9-to-5, David Kuo, co-founder of The Smart Investor, reveals if dividend investing is your golden ticket to financial freedom.

    Discover how he transformed his wealth, navigated market volatility, and even found peace through income generation. Howie Lim has a candid chat with David about how to live life on your own terms – no Scrooge McDuck vault required.

    Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

    Highlights:

    02:13 Building portfolios is like cooking

    04:39 Don’t make these mistakes

    11:12 Ingredients for a successful portfolio

    14:18 Embracing volatility as opportunity

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    Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

    With David Kuo, co-founder of The Smart Investor

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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

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    21 m
  • S1E237: Turning market volatility into reliable income
    Sep 21 2025

    Unlock reliable income amidst market madness. Singapore's dividend stocks shine but don’t be chasing flashy returns. Howie Lim speaks to the experts to find out how quality, consistency, and clever diversification can turn economic uncertainty into dividend gold.

    Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

    Highlights:

    01:09 Factors contributing to Singapore’s safe haven status

    03:58 Sustainable dividend-paying companies beyond headline yield

    07:29 Dividend sectors contribute to a wholesome portfolio

    10:33 Look beyond local markets for better regional diversification

    11:23 Strategies for navigating monetary policy shifts

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    Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

    With Charu Chanana, chief investment strategist, Saxo Bank and Andrew Goh, portfolio manager, Phillip Securities

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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

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    14 m
  • S1E236: From busy to rich: Your guide to effortless investing
    Sep 14 2025

    Investing can feel like a second job, but what if your money could work harder than you do? Find out how clarity, sound strategy, and a long-term view transform market noise into financial freedom. Simplify your wealth journey with systematic reviews, automation, and expert guidance. Howie Lim gets the skinny from Grace Tay from finexis advisory.

    Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

    Highlights:

    01:00 The 3 ingredients of successful investing

    04:34 The danger of playing someone else’s game

    07:29 Simplified strategies for busy professionals

    12:32 Alternatives worth looking into

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    Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

    With Grace Tay, associate director, finexis advisory

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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

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    15 m
  • S1E235: Are employee benefits the new pay rise?
    Sep 7 2025

    If you’re sick of your salary shrinking faster than your social life, discover if employee benefits are the secret handshake to a richer life. How can you go about trading pay for perks? And how can you negotiate your way to a benefits package that's anything but basic? Howie Lim speaks to the experts to find out.

    Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

    Highlights:

    00:53 The hidden value of non-monetary benefits

    03:25 When and how to discuss benefits

    08:13 Monetising benefits

    10:27 Flexibility as a dealbreaker

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    Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

    With Marina Sukhikh, industry practice leader, Aon Global Benefits (Asia Pacific) and Lim Chai Leng, general manager, Randstad Singapore

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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

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    14 m
  • S2E234: Volatility-proof your portfolio
    Aug 31 2025

    If your stomach has been in freefall, don't panic! Let’s cut through market madness with the experts to uncover Asia's resilient sectors, navigate geopolitical shifts, and explore alternative investments. Gold may be pricey, but smart moves in tech, infrastructure, and private markets await.

    Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

    Highlights:

    00:52 Global trends feeding into Asia

    03:49 Resilient and growth sectors in Asia

    11:25 US dollar's status and impact on investment

    12:38 Alternative investment avenues: private markets?

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    Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

    With Laura Cooper, head of macro credit and global investment strategist, Nuveen; and Cheng Chye Hsern, head of investment, Providend

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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

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    16 m
  • S1E233: Investing with soul - where profits meet purpose
    Aug 24 2025

    While it might seem altruistic to engage in values-driven investing, let’s face it: we still want to profit from sinking in hard-earned money into something. Does values-investing really come at the expense of performance? Is there a way to incorporate our values into our wealth growing journey?

    Howie Lim speaks to Patrick Hong from Bill Morrisons Capital and Steward Thum from Phillip Securities for insights.

    Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

    Highlights:

    00:56 Does values-investing make sense?

    03:03 How to navigate the hype

    06:29 Be wary of FOMO and greed

    08:09 Overcoming behavioural biases

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    Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

    With Patrick Hong, managing partner, Bill Morrisons Capital; and Steward Thum, financial services associate director, Phillip Securities

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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

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    12 m
  • S1E232: Smart property moves: Time in, not timing
    Aug 17 2025

    Buying property is a bit like dating: timing the market is hard, but "time in" it, understanding its "master plan," and ditching the HDB for an EC, can lead to a long-term, profitable relationship. Howie Lim gets insights from Eugene Lim, key executive officer of ERA.

    Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

    Highlights:

    02:06 Timing vs time in

    04:34 Understanding the master plan

    07:11 Up and coming locations to consider

    11:38 Tips of HDB upgraders

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    Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

    With Eugene Lim, key executive officer, ERA

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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

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    16 m
  • S1E231: Is US’ reign overpriced or overhyped?
    Aug 10 2025

    Is US exceptionalism a myth, or simply a premium price for unparalleled performance? Is it time to diversify your portfolio beyond Uncle Sam's shadow? Howie Lim finds out from experts if the future of investing lies elsewhere.

    Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

    Highlights:

    02:20 Why US exceptionalism is being questioned

    03:51 US tech dominance

    06:57 Why diversification now

    10:06 Alternatives to US assets

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    Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

    With Mahesh Sethuraman, CEO, Saxo Singapore and Rahul Ghosh, portfolio specialist for global equity, T. Rowe Price

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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

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    13 m