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Is the problem simply the timing of the CEO’s share sales? Or, should we also be concerned that share-based pay does not properly incentivise top executives? Why do companies repurchase their shares in the first place? Senior correspondent Ben Paul offers some answers. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 02:29 What exactly did DBS and its CEO do wrong? 05:49 Share buybacks should be done at right price 09:56 A more inclusive form of share buybacks 13:24 Report intrinsic value, tweak share-based pay --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Ben Paul & Howie Lim Engineered by: Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Correspondents: Channel: bt.sg/btcobt Amazon: bt.sg/btcoam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/btcoap Spotify: bt.sg/btcosp YouTube Music: bt.sg/btcoyt Website: bt.sg/btcorresp 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The IFA appointed by Dyna-Mac to assess the offer from the Hanwha group compared the deal to precedent “non-privatisation” transactions. Senior correspondent Ben Paul explains why this raises questions. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 00:57 A hot company being hotly pursued 05:10 Why intention not to delist mattered 08:40 Offer compared to lowly-priced MGOs 11:22 High valuation reflects high profitability --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Ben Paul & Howie Lim Engineered by: Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Correspondents: Channel: bt.sg/btcobt Amazon: bt.sg/btcoam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/btcoap Spotify: bt.sg/btcosp YouTube Music: bt.sg/btcoyt Website: bt.sg/btcorresp 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 at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt BT Money Hacks: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A national effort to revive the Singapore market is now underway. But is the review group formed by MAS focusing on the right issues? Senior correspondent Ben Paul analyses the unfolding story. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 03:28 Review group focused on three areas 06:48 Why everyone blames everyone else 08:30 Foster local fund management industry 10:46 Push listed companies to unlock value --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Ben Paul & Howie Lim Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Amazon: bt.sg/m2mam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN YouTube Music: bt.sg/m2myt Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reits have been struggling with soaring debt costs and concerns about the deflating value of their property portfolios. But these trends reverse as major central banks cut rates. Senior correspondent Ben Paul explains how investors should position themselves. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 01:30 Rising rates did not stop the S&P500’s advance 04:14 Rate cuts will support stocks, drive funds to Asia 07:02 Lagged effect on local Reits, watch fundamentals 11:35 Get ready for surge in acquisitions, fundraisings --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Ben Paul & Howie Lim Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Amazon: bt.sg/m2mam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN YouTube Music: bt.sg/m2myt Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singtel had to cut its dividend during the pandemic and pursue a strategic reset. Now, its shares are bouncing back. Ben Paul explains what happened, and corrects an epic blunder he made in a recent column. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 00:46 Correcting a big mistake about CEO pay 04:45 Singtel shares surged four months ago 06:51 New direction, unlocking value, private equity 09:58 Introduction of a “value realisation” dividend  --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Howie Lim & Lee Kim Siang Produced by: Ben Paul & Howie Lim Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Amazon: bt.sg/m2mam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN YouTube Music: bt.sg/m2myt Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shifting economic thinking and geopolitical tensions is making the world more dangerous for big companies and investors. But Fed rate cuts, reverse globalisation and value-unlocking restructurings could spur relatively undervalued stocks in Singapore. Ben Paul explains why. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 03:46 Status quo under threat from inequality and debt 07:10 Major central banks cutting rates, Fed yet to move 10:35 Impact of reverse globalisation, fractious world 12:20 Singapore, Asian markets to benefit as rates fall --- Now, we want to hear from you! Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. We’ll look into it for future episodes. --- Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Ben Paul & Howie Lim Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Amazon: bt.sg/m2mam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN YouTube Music: bt.sg/m2myt Google Podcasts: bt.sg/4D2E Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Control of ARA H-Trust and Cromwell E-Reit has passed to new sponsor groups. What drove the transactions? Will the deals boost the depressed market value of the two property trusts? Senior correspondent Ben Paul delves into the story. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 01:21 How the two property trusts changed hands 03:40 Pandemic, interest rates have taken their toll 06:41 Weak investor appetite for the property trusts 08:22 Sponsors may not be inclined to unlock value --- Now, we want to hear from you! Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. We’ll look into it for future episodes. --- Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Howie Lim & Lee Kim Siang Produced by: Ben Paul & Howie Lim Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Amazon: bt.sg/m2mam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN YouTube Music: bt.sg/m2myt Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SGX RegCo is trying to remove impediments to shareholder-requisitioned EGMs, to subject companies to greater market discipline. Its CEO Tan Boon Gin talks to BT’s Ben Paul about how this aligns with the larger goal of boosting shareholder value and creating a more vibrant market. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 01:54 Regulation to support shareholder value creation 06:17 Proposed EGM rules empower minority investors 11:42 EGMs versus AGMs: the Great Eastern case  15:59 How Sabana Reit’s activists have wielded EGMs 19:36 Should Singapore follow Japan, South Korea? --- Now, we want to hear from you! Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. We’ll look into it for future episodes. --- Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) With Tan Boon Gin, CEO, Singapore Exchange Regulation Edited by: Emily Liu, Lee Kim Siang & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Ben Paul & Emily Liu Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh & Claressa Monteiro A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN YouTube Music: bt.sg/m2myt Google Podcasts: bt.sg/4D2E Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Higher interest rates and the reduced availability of debt is weighing on the whole Reit sector. Should investors look for winners among the biggest losers in the sector? Or, among the ones that have sustained their performance? BT’s Ben Paul and Raphael Lim offer some answers. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 01:45 Higher debt costs driving the whole sector 04:46 Should Kore have halted its distributions? 14:46 Sponsor failures fuelling internalisation push 19:41 One Reit that grew despite tough backdrop --- Now, we want to hear from you! Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. We’ll look into it for future episodes. --- Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) With Raphael Lim, correspondent, The Business Times Edited by: Emily Liu & Lee Kim Siang Produced by: Ben Paul & Emily Liu Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Amazon: bt.sg/m2mam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: bt.sg/4D2E Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A group of minority shareholders at Great Eastern have put through three resolutions to address their assessment of Great Eastern's shares. Their attempt to table these resolutions at the upcoming AGM has been rejected. What is next? BT's Ben Paul sits down with independent investor Ong Chin Woo to discuss his concerns and breakdown the resolutions proposed. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 01:21 Great Eastern’s board, minorities square off 04:42 Resolutions to align interests, unlock value 11:28 Shareholders of OCBC may stand to benefit 19:48 Minorities must be reasonable, willing to fight Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) With Ong Chin Woo, independent investor Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Ben Paul & Emily Liu Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: bt.sg/4D2E Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cordlife Group is in big trouble. Last November, the Ministry of Health suspended the company’s operations after it found significant issues with its cord blood storage system. How did things get so bad? Can the company really come back from this crisis? Ben Paul sits down with reporter Megan Cheah to break it all down.   Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 01:55 Board failed investors and customers 06:05 More problems may come to light 08:41 Stock may have bottomed for now 14:52 Time to weigh options to unlock value Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) With Megan Cheah, journalist, The Business Times Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Ben Paul & Emily Liu Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: bt.sg/4D2E Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can Singapore’s Reits and property trusts adjust to the “new normal” of higher interest rates and slower growth? Especially since the outlook for economic growth - after all the monetary policy tightening that took place over the last two years - is rather uncertain. Ben Paul has some suggestions.   Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 02:28 Reits seeing a reversal of fortunes 04:40 Slower growth, higher interest rates 07:57 Pressure on real estate valuations 12:50 Time to cut debt, reposition portfolios Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Ben Paul & Howie Lim Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: bt.sg/4D2E Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minority investor fury at Manulife US Reit, Sabana Reit and Dasin Retail Trust has turned the spotlight on the effectiveness of the statutory protections under the external-manager model adopted by most Singapore Reits and business trusts. But switching to an internal-manager model is not a simple matter.  Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 02:06 Perilous outlook for Reits, property trusts in 2024 04:32 Manulife US Reit sponsor less than generous 10:32 Sabana, Dasin unitholders want internal managers 13:09 Manager-internalisation pathway will boost market 16:30 Should investors bet on Manulife US Reit’s recovery? Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Ben Paul & Howie Lim Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: bt.sg/4D2E Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Singapore market’s poor performance and lack of exciting new listings are multifaceted problems that require simultaneous action on different fronts. Senior correspondent Ben Paul gets to grips with issues, and offers some possible solutions.  Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 03:50 Private capital and the Magnificent Seven 08:19 Diverse views on what’s dogging the market  12:26 Governance, performance are interconnected 15:30 Timing, pricing of IPOs should be calibrated Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Claressa Monteiro and Howie Lim Produced and edited by: Howie Lim Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market podcasts and rate us at: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: bt.sg/4D2E Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rising oil prices and stubbornly resilient economic activity may prompt the Fed and other central banks to keep monetary policy tighter for longer than expected. This could be bad news for US tech stocks, Singapore real estate investment trusts and regional economies with weak current accounts.  Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 02:03 Waning inflation sparked big rally last year 04:25 Oil prices, resilient growth reignite fears 09:47 Ebb and flow of tech, energy stocks  13:12 Regional currencies vulnerable to oil surge Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Claressa Monteiro  Produced and edited by: Janice Tan Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market podcasts and rate us at: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: bt.sg/4D2E Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hotel Properties Limited has been buffeted recently by news of the redevelopment of its Orchard Road assets, and a corruption investigation involving its major shareholder and managing director Ong Beng Seng. What does it all mean for its shares? Senior correspondent Ben Paul explores. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 01:31 Hit by corruption probe, redevelopment news 05:10 Hotels, resorts riding post-pandemic recovery 07:27 Ong Beng Seng owns slice of some properties 10:04 Risk of lowball privatisation Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Claressa Monteiro  Produced and edited by: Janice Tan Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market podcasts and rate us at: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: bt.sg/4D2E Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disgruntled minority unitholders have voted for Sabana Reit to embark on an unprecedented internalisation of its management function. Should investors jump in, or run for cover? What does it mean for other Singapore-listed Reits? Senior correspondent Ben Paul explains. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast: 01:24 Seizing power from Sabana Reit’s sponsor 03:07 Internalisation debate fierce and partisan 08:42 Waning investor faith in independence 12:48 Lender’s “review event” a poison pill? 14:03 Much now depends on stakeholders’ behaviour Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Claressa Monteiro  Produced and edited by: Janice Tan Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market podcasts and rate us at: Channel: bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: bt.sg/4D2E Website: bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OCBC’s recent purchase of more Great Eastern shares has further narrowed the insurer’s public spread and increased the risk of it eventually being suspended from trading. But Great Eastern undervalued shares still hold great potential. Senior correspondent Ben Paul explains. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights of the podcast:  05:28 Embedded value soars but shares languish 08:38 Little protection for minority shareholders 11:59 AGM comments on compensation and share price 16:06 Hiking Great Eastern's dividend payouts? Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro  Produced and edited by: Janice Tan Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market podcasts and rate us at: Channel: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: https://bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: https://bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: http://bt.sg/4D2E Website: http://bt.sg/mark2mkt 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: http://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: https://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: http://bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: http://bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Manulife US Reit is trading at a historical yield of 28 per cent and an appalling 70 per cent discount to its book value. Is it a bargain for investors? Or, is it a value trap? What will it take to resurrect this owner of US office properties? Senior correspondent Ben Paul explains. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. Highlights:  02:31 Recent developments at the Reit could be positive for investors 07:40 Manulife should emulate example of CapitaLand, Mapletree 12:27 Sale of Manulife US Reit can be structured to benefit investors 14:17 Why Manulife US Reit could be a bargain for long term investors Written and hosted by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro  Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Mark To Market podcasts and rate us at: Channel: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: https://bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: https://bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: http://bt.sg/4D2E Website: http://bt.sg/mark2mkt Feedback to: podcast@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: http://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks WealthBT: https://bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: http://bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: http://bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: http://bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.