BT Money Hacks

The Business Times
  • 3.8 (12)
  • INVESTING
  • TWICE MONTHLY
BT Money Hacks

Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful personal financial tips with expert guests. Hosted by Howie Lim. Produced by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media.

  1. Are 'finfluencers' revolutionising finance? BT Money Hacks

    3 DAYS AGO

    Are 'finfluencers' revolutionising finance? BT Money Hacks

    How much are finance influencers impacting financial decision-making? These individuals offer advice and information on everything from bonds, equities, and crypto to traditional savings accounts and travel miles. But are they replacing traditional financial advisors? Howie Lim speaks to Dawn Cher, SG Budget Babe, a leading personal finance influencer based in Singapore and Brian Seetoh, financial services manager, PhillipCapital to find out.  Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 03:54 Can finance influencers and financial advisors co-exist? 08:03 Whether regulation will protect consumers better 11:11 The battle between finance influencers and lifestyle influencers 13:44 Spotting the legit finance influencers --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Dawn Cher, SG Budget Babe, a leading personal finance influencer based in Singapore and Brian Seetoh, financial services manager, PhillipCapital Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim Engineered by: Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN  YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks 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 Correspondents: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    16 min
  2. How changes to CPF Act impact your retirement savings: BT Money Hacks

    17 NOV

    How changes to CPF Act impact your retirement savings: BT Money Hacks

    From 2025, CPF members above age 55 will no longer keep funds in their Special Accounts (SA). Balances in the SA will be transferred to the Ordinary Account (OA), reducing the interest rate from at least 4 per cent in SA to 2.5 per cent in OA. What does this mean for your retirement? Howie Lim speaks to Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend to find out. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:05 Key changes to CPF from 2025 06:54 Why the changes and what to do now 11:23 Advice for the confused 16:05 More tips to navigate the changes --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Christopher Tan, CEO, Providend Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim Engineered by: Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN  YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks 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 Correspondents: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    20 min
  3. Fed cuts rates again - what’s next for investors? BT Money Hacks

    10 NOV

    Fed cuts rates again - what’s next for investors? BT Money Hacks

    In today's fast-paced financial world, staying updated with the latest economic trends and rate cuts can feel like a full-time job. Howie Lim guides you through the maze of financial information and strategies this week with Vuk Vukovic, CEO and CIO of Oraclum Capital. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Vuk Vuković, CEO and CIO, Oraclum Capital Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim Engineered by: Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN  YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks 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 Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min
  4. Smart investment tips for the Asian fixed income market: BT Money Hacks

    4 NOV

    Smart investment tips for the Asian fixed income market: BT Money Hacks

    Asian fixed income shows strong performance and potential, despite global market fluctuations and economic uncertainties. It might be time to get onboard but how? Howie Lim finds out from Navin Saigal, head of fundamental fixed income, Asia Pacific at BlackRock. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 02:14 Asian market outperformance 03:54 Uncorrelated growth patterns 06:32 Anticipated risks 10:18 Long-term outlook --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Navin Saigal, head of fundamental fixed income, Asia Pacific at BlackRock Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim Engineered by: Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN  YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks 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 Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min
  5. Mastering money - from FOMO to financial freedom: BT Money Hacks

    27 OCT

    Mastering money - from FOMO to financial freedom: BT Money Hacks

    With the cost of living continuing to rise, investors are eager to discover ways to elevate their financial standing. Correspondent Howie Lim gets some actionable strategies for enhancing your income from Candy Valentino, author and financial analyst. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 01:31 Diversifying your income streams 04:06 Capitalising on assets 07:11 The reality of passive income 10:27 Embracing long-term strategies --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Candy Valentino, author, business growth expert, and financial analyst Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim Engineered by: Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN  YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks 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 Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    15 min
  6. From groceries to getaways - your guide to air miles: BT Money Hacks

    20 OCT

    From groceries to getaways - your guide to air miles: BT Money Hacks

    An intriguing aspect of personal financial management is the strategic accumulation of air miles. This can transform your travel experience and save you significant amounts of money. Correspondent Howie Lim speaks to the experts to find out you can ‘fly free’. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 00:59 Strategies to hack air miles 02:49 The search for appropriate credit cards 06:39 Why budget travel hasn’t dampened air miles accumulation 09:20 Stay the course and then ‘fly free’ --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Tim Philip from timtalksmoney.com; and Mark Tan, head of commercial, MoneySmart Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim Engineered by: Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN  YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks 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 Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min
  7. Are digital assets really digital gold? BT Money Hacks

    13 OCT

    Are digital assets really digital gold? BT Money Hacks

    What is the current state of digital assets and crypto? What are the dynamics at play and now that institutional investors seem to be excited about the space again, what would this mean for retail investors? Howie Lim speaks to Kunal Chowdhry, CEO of Apollo Singapore Investments for more insights. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 02:04 Rise and fall of digital assets 04:51 Why cryptocurrencies are top of mind again 10:47 Which digital assets are worth the risk? 14:20 The future of digital assets --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Kunal Chowdhry, CEO, Apollo Singapore Investments Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim Engineered by: Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN  YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks 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 Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min
  8. Will AI and Fed-cuts continue to power tech stocks? BT Money Hacks

    6 OCT

    Will AI and Fed-cuts continue to power tech stocks? BT Money Hacks

    Analysts are saying that tech stocks will move higher to end the year and through 2025 but others have turned bearish. So what do we do? And is there a way to navigate the space safely? Howie Lim speaks to Dom Rizzo, portfolio manager, global technology equity strategy at T. Rowe Price to find out. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 00:56 What the deal with tech stocks is 02:54 Understanding the sector 04:26 Outlook for the tech sector 07:39 Tips for retail investors 10:47 The questions around AI --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Dom Rizzo, portfolio manager, global technology equity strategy, T. Rowe Price Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim Engineered by: Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN  YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks 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 Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    16 min
See All (194)

Trailer

Ratings & Reviews

3.8
out of 5
12 Ratings

About

Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful personal financial tips with expert guests. Hosted by Howie Lim. Produced by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media.

Information

  • Creator
    The Business Times
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    194
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Business Times
  • Show Website
    BT Money Hacks

You Might Also Like

To listen to explicit episodes, sign in.

Stay up to date with this show

Sign in or sign up to follow shows, save episodes and get the latest updates.
Select a country or region

Africa, Middle East, and India

Asia Pacific

Europe

Latin America and the Caribbean

The United States and Canada