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Disputes over wills can fracture families and drag on in court. In this episode of WealthBT, host Genevieve Cua speaks with Ang Boon Yaw of Yeo Marini Law Corporation on why more Singaporeans — including younger couples — are taking estate planning seriously.  From the risks of DIY will to why trusts may sometimes be necessary, Ang shares practical advice on the most common mistakes to avoid when it comes to planning your legacy. 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: 03:22 What happens without a will? 05:37 Wills change as life changes 08:20 Most common will mistakes  11:08 Will vs Trust --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) With Ang Boon Yaw of Yeo Marini Law Corporation Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Emily Liu & 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.

If markets have you on edge, this WealthBT episode reveals how geopolitical crises and market swings can actually be opportunities. Join Genevieve Cua and Pictet Wealth Management Asia’s CEO Victor Aerni to learn how a long-term approach and strategic asset allocation can help you gain from volatility and achieve your financial goals. 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: 01:28 The US economy: A tectonic shift 03:40 Fear overcome by "time in the market" 07:37 Dealing with investment losses and drawdowns 09:34 How crises can fuel long-term growth 10:45 Building a resilient portfolio with strategic asset allocation 12:17 Shifts in strategic asset allocation More about: Pictet Wealth Management WealthBT x Pictet Podcast page Staying invested - why patience pays off in the market --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) With Victor Aerni, chief executive officer, Pictet Wealth Management Asia Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Howie Lim & 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.

Structured notes promise yield, flexibility, and even capital protection — but are they right for your portfolio?  Host Genevieve Cua speaks with Franck Fayard from Marex to unpack how these complex instruments work, when they make sense, and what to watch out for.  From crypto-linked notes to capital protected strategies, this episode explores how structured notes can be used tactically — if you understand the trade-offs.  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: 01:52 What are structured notes 05:02 Market factors influencing note pricing 08:33 Unwinding structured notes 11:04 Crypto-linked structured notes   Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) With Franck Fayard, APAC head of Marex Financial Products, Marex Solutions Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua & Howie Lim A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media — Follow WealthBT podcasts and rate us at: Channel: bt.sg/btwealthbt Amazon: bt.sg/wbtam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/wbAP Spotify: bt.sg/wbSP YouTube Music: bt.sg/wbyt  Google: bt.sg/wtGO Website: bt.sg/wealthbt 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 Podcast at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we hear "legacy planning," most of us think of wills, trusts, and financial assets. But what if true legacy is about much more than money? In this episode of WealthBT, host Genevieve Cua speaks with Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend, about how legacy planning is really about values, identity, and intention. From common mistakes wealthy parents make, to the power of a heartfelt letter of wishes, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what it means to leave something meaningful behind. 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: 01:08 What is legacy planning 04:47 Drafting a letter of wishes 07:46 Common mistakes of wealthy parents 11:49 How parents can prepare their children for inheritance --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) With Christopher Tan, chief executive officer, Providend Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Emily Liu & 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.

Sell America, some said. Don’t buy the dip, others said.  Thanks to US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies, investment advice have popped up left and right in the media. But don’t panic just yet, according to Dr Wei Dai, head of research and vice president at Dimensional Fund Advisors. In this episode, host Genevieve Cua sits down with Dr Dai to explain why you should avoid making knee-jerk reactions based on news and focus on long-term investment strategies instead. 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: 01:23 How bad are the tariffs? 04:27 Dealing with higher volatility 08:28 Lessons from the bond market 11:47 Is US exceptionalism dead? --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) With Dr Wei Dai, head of research and vice president, Dimensional Fund Advisors Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Emily Liu & 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.

With an escalating trade war, markets have been very volatile recently. And that’s scary. What should we do in times like this?  In the latest episode of WealthBT, Genevieve Cua sits down with Steve Brice, global chief investment officer of Standard Chartered bank for some advice. Steve shares his personal investment blunders, the lessons he's learned, and expert advice on how to handle market volatility to achieve your long-term financial goals. 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: 01:52 Steve’s investment journey 03:44 Common investment mistakes 06:42 How bad are the tariffs for markets?  09:19 Plan for a long life after retirement 12:56 Overcoming the negativity bias --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) With Steve Brice, global chief investment officer, Standard Chartered Bank Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Emily Liu & 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.

Investment-linked insurance plans, or ILPs, are often touted for their dual benefits of protection and investment returns. But do they live up to the claim? In this episode, Genevieve Cua, wealth editor of The Business Times, unravels the five common misconceptions about ILPs. Learn about their high costs, and find out if they truly offer the protection and investment returns they may promise. 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: 01:56 Capital guaranteed upon death? 03:45 ILPs’ many fees 05:04 Do ILPs really protect you? 06:10 How much return do ILPs offer? 06:50 Should you buy an ILP? --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Emily Liu & 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.

Last year, MediShield Life went through a review, with big changes about to kick in this year.  But the largest impact might come from a technicality that many of us might not be familiar with: the pro-ration factor. In this episode of WealthBT, host Genevieve Cua sits down with Alex Lee, president of the Singapore Actuarial Society, to explain the ins and outs of pro-ration, and unpack what these new changes mean for your financial stability and healthcare coverage. 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: 01:41 What is pro-ration? 04:00 Why are pro-ration factors being adjusted now? 05:21 Are insurance companies to blame? 09:10 Will IP premiums rise? 12:45 How to better protect yourself? --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) With Alex Lee, president, Singapore Actuarial Society Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Emily Liu & 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.

Markets will do what they do in 2025, but there are ways to help you stay on an even keel. Genevieve Cua sets out things you can anticipate in terms of returns, and trends in rates and inflation, including healthcare. Plus chalking up more in savings to maximise what the CPF can eventually pay you in retirement savings for life. 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: 01:16 What’s a realistic outlook for stocks and bonds 03.20 Trend in interest rates and inflation 04:33 CPF changes to enhance retirement savings 06:55 Brace for higher Integrated Shield premiums 09:38 Taking a fresh approach to your greatest asset: yourself --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua & Emily Liu 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.

From Trump's return to AI advances, how will the 2025 investment landscape look? Will US stocks be able to keep up the bull run? If you have cash sitting in the bank account, where should you put it? In this episode, Genevieve Cua sits down with Hou Wey Fook, the chief investment officer of DBS Bank, to break down the best investing strategies going into the new year. Plus, Wey Fook shares his secret recipe to riding the bulls and bears of the market.  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: 01:32 Major trends going into 2025 02:38 Investment strategies for 2025 07:25 The barbell approach explained 09:19 Biggest risks to look out for 12:49 Better ways to use your cash --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg.  --- Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) With Hou Wey Fook, chief investment officer, DBS Bank Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua & Emily Liu 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.