BT Mark To Market
BT Mark To Market
Listen to logical analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore, in this new podcast series based on Ben Paul's weekly column in The Business Times. Podcaster: Ben Paul Produced by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media.Follow the podcast:
Exciting, risky markets await in 2025: BT Mark to Market
Solid US economic performance and Fed rate cuts provide a strong underpinning for the markets, despite the risks posed by Trump 2.0. BT senior correspondent Ben Paul offers views on how to invest in 2025. Synopsis: Listen to senior correspondent Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and…
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Understanding DBS' recent share buyback and CEO's stock sale: BT Mark to Market
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 c…
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The big takeover - Hanwha's high-stakes move on Dyna-Mac Holdings: BT Mark to Market
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 c…
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How MAS plans to spark market magic: BT Mark to Market
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 …
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Because great reads should be heard: BT Correspondents
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…
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Riding rate cuts with Reits: BT Mark to Market (Ep 47)
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 corresponde…
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Singtel calling: BT Mark to Market (Ep 46)
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 a…
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Keep calm and carry on, in Singapore: BT Mark to Market (Ep 45)
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 sen…
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ARA H-Trust, Cromwell E-Reit get new sponsors: BT Mark to Market (Ep 44)
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 an…
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SGX RegCo focuses on shareholder value: BT Mark to Market (Ep 43)
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 …
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