• Catering to the financial needs of the modern woman: BT Future of Finance (Ep 11)
    Apr 28 2024

    Women today play a critical role in driving economic development. They are generating more wealth than ever before and gaining economic influence, particularly in the roles of consumers, wealth accumulators and investors.

    According to Nielsen, by 2028, women will own 75 per cent of discretionary spending, making them the world’s greatest influencers.

    How are financial services catering to the needs of the modern woman? Lee Kim Siang speaks to Jacquelyn Tan, managing director, group head personal financial services, UOB to find out more.

    Synopsis: The Business Times Branded Podcasts; finely curated, intelligent, thought provoking content for decision-makers. Inspired by the newsroom of your trusted partner.

    Follow on audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts, or Google Home smart speaker devices. Produced by The Business Times, SPH Media.

    This episode of Future of Finance podcast is presented by UOB.

    Highlights:

    00:49 Financial needs and goals that women often face

    03:03 The rise of financial independence among women

    05:13 Empowering women financially

    07:05 Women's spending patterns in Singapore

    08:25 Unique benefits of female-only cards

    More about:

    UOB Lady’s Credit Card & Lady’s Savings Account

    UOB Card Deals

    UOB Savings Promotion

    Written and hosted by Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg)

    With Jacquelyn Tan, managing director, group head personal finance services, group retail, UOB

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Lee Kim Siang & Emily Liu

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

    Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

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    12 mins
  • Making a difference with impact investing: BT Future of Finance (Ep 10)
    Apr 7 2024

    Impact investing isn't just about financial returns; it's also about making a difference. However impact investing isn't without its challenges and complexities. We speak with Seah Kian Wee, CEO, UOB Venture Management to find out more.

    Synopsis: The Business Times Branded Podcasts; finely curated, intelligent, thought provoking content for decision-makers. Inspired by the newsroom of your trusted partner.

    Follow on audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts, or Google Home smart speaker devices. Produced by The Business Times, SPH Media.

    This episode of Future of Finance podcast is presented by UOB.

    Highlights:

    00:37: Is there a growing interest in impact investing?

    03:33: Focus on South-east Asia and China

    04:51: Sectors that have seen the most impact

    07:06: Challenges and risks

    More about:

    UOB Venture Management

    Written and hosted by Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg)

    With Seah Kian Wee, CEO, UOB Venture Management

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Lee Kim Siang & Emily Liu

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

    Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

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    10 mins
  • Preparing ourselves for retirement: BT Tech In Finance (Ep 4)
    Apr 1 2024

    It’s never too early to start planning for retirement. As Singapore ages and living costs rise, there’s a growing risk of outliving our retirement savings. Lee Kim Siang sits down with Adrian Low from DBS to talk about how we can all get started with investing for retirement.

    Synopsis: The Business Times Branded Podcasts; finely curated, intelligent, thought provoking content for decision-makers. Inspired by the newsroom of your trusted partner.

    Follow on audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts, or Google Home smart speaker devices. Produced by The Business Times, SPH Media.

    This episode of Tech in Finance podcast is presented by DBS.

    Highlights:

    00:36 Why retirement planning starts early

    03:12 DBS' holistic approach to retirement planning

    04:50 Exploring DBS' Retirement digiPortfolio

    08:28 Who should invest in DBS' Retirement digiPortfolio?

    More about:

    DBS Retirement digiPortfolio

    Investing according to your changing life stages

    Written and hosted by Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg)

    With Adrian Low, product manager, DBS digiPortfolio

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Lee Kim Siang & Emily Liu

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

    Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

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    13 mins
  • Empowering young entrepreneurs for tomorrow: BT Future of Finance (Ep 9)
    Mar 17 2024

    Starting a business is not an easy journey. Many obstacles along the way could make or break the dream. In this episode, BT’s Lee Kim Siang sits down with Paul Kan from UOB to talk about the challenges faced by young entrepreneurs in the startup landscape, and the resources out there for budding entrepreneurs.

    Synopsis: The Business Times Branded Podcasts; finely curated, intelligent, thought provoking content for decision-makers. Inspired by the newsroom of your trusted partner.

    Follow on audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts, or Google Home smart speaker devices. Produced by The Business Times, SPH Media.

    This episode of Future of Finance podcast is presented by UOB.

    Highlights:

    00:40 Rising costs and cash flow management

    02:26 Integrated solutions for business efficiency

    04:02 Supporting women entrepreneurs

    06:09 Advice for young entrepreneurs

    More about:

    UOB’s SME Hub

    Hosted by: Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg)

    With Paul Kan, country head, Business Banking Singapore, UOB

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Emily Liu

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

    Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

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    9 mins
  • UOB building community through art: BT Future of Finance (Ep 8)
    Feb 25 2024

    UOB is a leading patron of art in Asia, championing Southeast Asian art and artists across the region over the past four decades. What is the connection between art and banking? How has this shared history shaped UOB’s business today?

    Lee Kim Siang sits down with Christine Ip, head of group strategic communications and brand, UOB, to find out.

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    Follow on audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts, or Google Home smart speaker devices. Produced by The Business Times, SPH Media.

    This episode of Future of Finance podcast is presented by UOB.

    Highlights:

    02:11 History of UOB’s Painting of the Year Competition

    03:45 Art’s role in UOB Heartbeat, the bank’s CSR programme

    05:29 The impact of UOB's Painting of the Year competition

    06:54 Collaboration with customers and artists

    08:01 Strengthening relationships with customers through art

    More about:

    Championing Southeast Asian Art

    Hosted by: Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg)

    With Christine Ip, head of group strategic communications and brand, UOB

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Emily Liu

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

    Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

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    9 mins
  • How tech will shape tomorrow's business: BT Tech In Finance (Ep 3)
    Feb 13 2024

    HSBC Singapore explores the digital transformation of the banking industry and its impact on businesses through its Digital Horizons report. How will the four key trends highlighted in the report drive the bank's future transformation?

    Priya Kini, head of commercial banking, HSBC Singapore, shares her takeaways with Claressa Monteiro.

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    Follow on audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts, or Google Home smart speaker devices. Produced by The Business Times, SPH Media.

    This episode of Tech in Finance podcast is presented by HSBC Singapore.

    Highlights:

    00:59 Four trends driving change in businesses

    03:33 Insights from the Singapore market

    06:03 HSBC's role in supporting client's future needs

    08:35 HSBC's own digital transformation journey

    10:31 Responding to changing client needs

    More about:

    International Business Banking | HSBC Singapore

    Building Smarter Business Together | HSBC Singapore

    Digital Horizons Report Page

    Written and hosted by Claressa Monteiro (claremb@sph.com.sg)

    With Priya Kini, head of commercial banking, HSBC Singapore

    Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Emily Liu

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

    Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

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

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    13 mins
  • Revitalising Growth Through Net Zero: BT Branded Podcasts
    Jan 30 2024

    What if you were told that profits and the planet were not at odds? If you finance companies making the transition to cleaner energy, the outlook is bright for both economic and environmental growth! 

    Howie Lim speaks to Luke Edwards, managing director, Renewable Power & Transition, Brookfield Asset Management for more insights.

    Synopsis: The Business Times Branded Podcasts; finely curated, intelligent, thought provoking content for decision-makers. Inspired by the newsroom of your trusted partner.

    This episode is brought to you by Brookfield Asset Management.

    Highlights:

    01:05 Interest in investing in net zero transition increasing

    03:06 Investment in energy infrastructure must rise

    05:53 Benefits to value chain productivity

    11:55 Challenges with energy transition

    14:23 Support for transition investing strategy

    16:33 Building on the strategy

    More about:

    Brookfield Transition Investing

    https://www.brookfield.com/zero-compromise

    Renewable Power & Transition 

    https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/renewable-power-transition

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

    With Luke Edwards, managing director, Renewable Power & Transition, Brookfield Asset Management

    Edited by: Claressa Monteiro & Howie Lim

    Produced by: Howie Lim

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

    Executive Producer: Claressa Monteiro

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

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    19 mins
  • Tech enabling digital inclusivity: BT Tech In Finance (Ep 2)
    Jan 16 2024

    As many financial entities adopt a digital first approach, digital inclusivity becomes more of a concern. What can be done to assist those who face challenges adapting? 

    Serene Koh, head of group digital business and transformation, global consumer financial services, OCBC shares their strategies with Howie Lim. 

    Synopsis: The Business Times Branded Podcasts; finely curated, intelligent, thought provoking content for decision-makers. Inspired by the newsroom of your trusted partner.

    Follow on audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts, or Google Home smart speaker devices. Produced by The Business Times, SPH Media.

    This episode of Tech in Finance podcast is presented by OCBC.

    Highlights:

    00:58 How inclusive true digitalisation is

    02:13 Digital first is not digital only

    04:05 Digitally assisting when needed

    06:20 Assisting less digitally savvy employees

    09:29 Changing mindsets

    11:16 Closing gaps in the transformation journey

    More about:

    OCBC Personal Banking Accounts
    https://www.ocbc.com/personal-banking/deposits.page

    OCBC Digital Silvers Programme
    https://www.ocbc.com/personal-banking/campaign/silver-years-digital-workshops.page

    OCBC Money Lock
    https://www.ocbc.com/personal-banking/security/secure-banking-ways/ocbc-moneylock.page

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

    With Serene Koh, head of group digital business and transformation, global consumer financial services, OCBC

    Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

    Produced by: Howie Lim

    Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

    Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro

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

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    13 mins