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- Canada Tariff Vote, Japan Inflation, Singapore Budget Day
Headline news for February 12, 2026: US House narrowly votes to terminate Trump’s Canada tariffs as Japan wholesale inflation slows, Australia signals rate vigilance, Malaysia tests rail link, and Singapore BTO demand surges before Budget day.
Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.
Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ([email protected])
Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities
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5 min - US Recalibrates Policy as Debt Delinquencies Climb
Headline news for February 11, 2026: U.S. intelligence and immigration policies are recalibrated as household debt delinquencies hit a post-2017 high. Thailand extends a royal insult sentence, while Singapore flags gaps in public-sector IT oversight.
Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.
Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ([email protected])
Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities
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Discover more BT podcast series:
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BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks
BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
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4 min - Dhaka’s Shift, Detroit Dispute, Singapore’s Stronger Outlook
Headline news for February 10, 2026: China’s sway in Bangladesh looks set to deepen after elections, as US-Canada trade tensions flare and Australia’s business activity cools. Singapore upgrades its growth outlook as household incomes climb past S$12,000.
Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.
Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ([email protected])
Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities
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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
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PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks
BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts
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5 min - Tokyo Surges as Bangkok Shifts and Oil Eases
Headline news for February 9, 2026: Japan’s ruling coalition secures a landslide, lifting the Nikkei, while Thailand’s Bhumjaithai claims victory. Oil slips on easing Iran tensions, India shuns Russian crude and Singapore forecasts a stronger Budget surplus.
Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.
Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ([email protected])
Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities
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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
WealthBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt
PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks
BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts
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5 min - Starmer Under Fire as Ukraine Talks Advance and Tech Stocks Slide
Headline news for February 6, 2026: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces backlash over his US envoy pick as Ukraine-Russia talks yield a prisoner swap, oil eases on Iran diplomacy hopes and Wall Street slides on soaring AI spending.
Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.
Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ([email protected])
Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities
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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
WealthBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt
PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks
BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts
BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson
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4 min - US and China Talk Soybeans, Israel Strikes Gaza Again, BoE hold rates
Headline news for February 5, 2026: China considers buying more U.S.-farmed soybeans; oil prices fall, BoE to keep benchmark Bank Rate and users of mobility scooters in Singapore will need certificate of medical need.
Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.
Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ([email protected])
Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities
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Feedback to: [email protected]
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
WealthBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt
PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks
BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts
BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4 min - US-EU Mineral Deal Targets China; UK Eyes Advanced Nuclear and Bitcoin Slumps
Headline news for February 4, 2026: EU and US cut a deal on minerals to curb China; Britain to develop advanced nuclear reactors; bitcoin continues to slide and New Zealand’s jobless rate at its highest.
Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.
Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ([email protected])
Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities
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Feedback to: [email protected]
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
WealthBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt
PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks
BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts
BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4 min - US and India Strike Tariff Deal as Markets React
Headline news for February 3, 2026: President Trump and India clinch a deal cutting US tariffs to 18% as New Delhi halts Russian oil purchases and expands trade ties; cryptocurrencies slump, gold rebounds and South Korean inflation eases.
Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.
Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ([email protected])
Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities
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Feedback to: [email protected]
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
WealthBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt
PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks
BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts
BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4 min - Iran Warns of Conflict; Asia Factories Accelerate; Singapore Rental Cars Surge
Headline news for February 2, 2026: Iran threatens regional conflict as Washington boosts its military presence. Manufacturing gauges in South Korea and Japan strengthen. U.K. sentiment steadies, while Singapore’s rental car fleet climbs to a record share.
Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.
Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ([email protected])
Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities
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Feedback to: [email protected]
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
WealthBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt
PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks
BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts
BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 min - Trump Backs Shutdown Deal, EU Sanctions Iran as Japan Vote Nears
Headline news for January 30, 2026: President Trump backs a bipartisan spending deal to avert a shutdown and signals a Fed pick, the EU sanctions Iran, Tokyo inflation cools, and analysts assess China’s stance before Japan’s snap election.
Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.
Written by: Howie Lim / Claressa Monteiro ([email protected])
Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro
Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities
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Website: bt.sg/lenson
Feedback to: [email protected]
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
WealthBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt
PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks
BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus
BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts
BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlenson
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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About BT Lens On
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Catch up on the biggest news from around the world at the start of every business day with Lens on Daily. In Lens on Singapore, we take a monthly big picture look at current affairs, societal issues and government policies.
Podcaster: BT Podcasts
The Business Times, SPH Media.