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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With Christopher Tan, founder, Providend

Edited by: Emily Liu and Claressa Monteiro

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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

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With Samuel Rhee, chief investment officer, Endowus

Edited by: Emily Liu and Claressa Monteiro

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Private debt offers a stable, generally floating-rate income. But credit risks are elevated as financing conditions remain tight. Defaults are expected to rise. But some types of private debt carry lower risks than others.

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:

01:02 The lowdown on private debt

02:47 The golden age: strong returns and inflows

05:36 Getting a handle on credit risk

09:36 Attraction of private debt

11:17 What to look out for

Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua ([email protected])

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What is the outlook for interest rates and the impact on stocks and bonds? What is the outlook for Singapore and China? And is it time to exit fixed deposits and invest in what, exactly? Genevieve Cua interrogates Kelvin Tay from UBS Wealth Management.

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 UBS Wealth Management.

Highlights of the conversation: 

01:47 Impact of the Fed’s funds rate on stocks and bonds 

04:42 Which elections will wield the biggest impact on markets? 

07:12 Outlook for economy and asset growth

11:13 China’s outlook

15:15 Risks not adequately priced in markets

17:15 Most important asset allocation calls for 2024

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With Kelvin Tay, chief investment officer of UBS Wealth Management

Edited by: Howie Lim and Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Genevieve Cua & Howie Lim

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Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

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Markets are on a tear since the Federal Reserve signalled a pivot towards cutting interest rates in 2024. How should you position your portfolio? Here are some thoughts on bond yields; geopolitical risk in 2024; investing in value equities; and keeping faith in balanced portfolios.

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: 

01:29 Indications of what the Fed may do next year

03:20 Bond yields are attractive and offer a return above inflation

05:19 2024 is a record year for elections, raising geopolitical risk

08:20 Opportunities in value equities

10:08 Balanced portfolios are alive and well

12:12 Reinvesting out of cash

Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua ([email protected])

Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro 

Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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Philanthropy can be a source of catalytic and patient capital, and as such, can play a big role in the net zero transition. Blended finance is an avenue where philanthropists can join forces with public and private funds. Genevieve Cua speaks to Anthony Gao, head of philanthropy services Asia with Pictet Wealth Management for more insights. 

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: 

02:09 Understanding blended finance

03:44 Singapore's approach to blended finance

05:55 Philanthropy in the context of climate objectives

09:54 Understanding blended finance mode

12:26 Trends and approaches in blended finance

14:45 Challenges and solutions for blended finance in Asia

More about:

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Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua ([email protected])

With Anthony Gao, head of philanthropy services Asia, Pictet Wealth Management

Edited by: Howie Lim and Claressa Monteiro 

Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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Why are couples entering into prenups, and sometimes at the urging of their families? A prenup or post-nup may potentially be an important tool for families who have multigenerational wealth in mind. Genevieve Cua speaks to Ivan Cheong, head of the divorce and family team with Withers KhattarWong in Singapore for more insights.

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: 

04:28 Prenups must satisfy 4 formalities; they’re not automatically enforceable

09:34 Not just for the wealthy; 3 broad objectives

12:22 Ensuring a prenup applies across multiple jurisdictions

14:27 How prenups work with trusts

17:03 Can a prenup strengthen a marriage?

Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua ([email protected])

With Ivan Cheong, head of the divorce and family team with Withers KhattarWong in Singapore

Edited by: Howie Lim and Claressa Monteiro 

Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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

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Learn about key themes like circular economy, biodiversity, energy transition and health in responsible investing as Genevieve Cua discusses with Evelyn Yeo from 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.

Highlights of the podcast: 

02:03 Climate impact in 2023

05:46 Connection between climate risks and markets

09:59 Elements to ensure investments have impact

11:58 Responsible investing themes

16:06 Key elements in responsible investing process

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Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua ([email protected])

With Evelyn Yeo, head of Asia investment, Pictet Wealth Management Asia

Edited by: Howie Lim and Claressa Monteiro 

Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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

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Insurance par funds last year chalked up their worst returns over the past five years. But not all insurers reduced bonuses and your par plan’s bonus may still be intact - for now.  Are par savings products still worth your while? 

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: 

01:04 Smoothing and par plans’ worst returns in 5 years

05:15 Market conditions vs the long run

08:05 Staying invested is a must

10:34 Par plans vs portfolio of market assets

Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua ([email protected])

Edited by: Claressa Monteiro 

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Amid market volatility, it helps to distinguish between market noise and major trends. Scarcity of resources, labour and trust is already evident and will continue to drive markets. What are the impacts over the long run and how you can position your portfolio?

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: 

01:00 Why long run matters

05:17 Track record of forecasts

06:38 Overarching themes

09:20 Major asset class expectations and drivers

11:34 Implications of most important themes

13:30 How to position yourself

Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua ([email protected])

With Dong Chen, head of Asia Macroeconomic Research for Pictet Wealth Management

Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro 

Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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

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Why do wealthy families grapple with the challenges of how to enhance their wealth for generations and still keep close family ties? Families who have figured out the purpose of their wealth and their role as stewards take the first step towards a long-lasting legacy. 

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:

02:05 Insights on enhancing family ties and wealth for generations

05:24 Conversations on the purpose of money 

07:26 Important questions to ask on the purpose of wealth

09:42 Anthonia’s experience on setting up her own impact portfolio

14:08 How families can get started on purposeful capital

Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua ([email protected])

With Anthonia Hui, founder and Singapore head of a multi-family office

Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro 

Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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