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- US Shutdown Bite Grows; Asia Focuses on Trade, Tech
Headline news for November 24, 2025: Washington and Kyiv refine a new peace framework as the US counts the economic cost of its shutdown. Vietnam’s housing crunch, revived Canada-India trade talks, and Singapore boosts digital safety tools.
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 - Japan Slumps, Korea’s Chips Hold, Singapore Stands Firm
Headline news for November 21, 2025: Asia markets sink as global tech jitters return, Japan’s factory slump drags on, as South Korea’s chip exports hold firm. Singapore upgrades 2025 growth and narrows NODX forecasts amid cooling global momentum.
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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6 min - Middle East Strikes, UK Consumer Slump; SGX–Nasdaq Pact Takes Shape
Headline news for November 20, 2025: Regional markets watch fresh Middle East tensions, UK consumer gloom and US legislative infighting, Malaysia’s time-zone debate, and Singapore pushes dual listings and accelerated MRT upgrade closures.
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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6 min - Japan Warns Citizens in China; South Korea Backs UAE AI Campus
Headline news for November 19, 2025: Fresh geopolitical strain as Japan warns citizens in China, South Korea signs on to a UAE-led AI mega-campus, and Singapore urges deeper China ties amid global shifts, against a backdrop of US political turbulence.
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 - Japan–China Rift Widens, Ringgit Climbs, HK Lenders Face Property Stress
Headline news for November 18, 2025: UN backs the Gaza plan, rising UK refugee tensions, China blocking Japanese films, RBA policy ambiguity, a stronger ringgit, Hong Kong’s property strain, and higher ERP charges in Singapore.
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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5 min - Tariffs Drag Japan Into Decline While Singapore’s Export Engine Roars Back
Headline news for November 17, 2025: Asia opens the week on a mixed note as Japan slips into contraction, Bangladesh faces political unrest, and Singapore posts a surge in exports with markets watching U.S.–China rare-earth talks.
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 - Asia Slides on Fed Jitters as Japan Retools Workforce, Singapore Housing Dips
Headline news for November 14, 2025: Asian stocks slid as Fed hawks dashed rate-cut hopes, while Japan faces a wave of early retirements and Thailand’s economy slows. Singapore’s HDB resale market slumps to its lowest sales since 2020.
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 - Asia Opens Balanced as Japan Slows Hikes, Malaysia Poised for Strong Q3
Headline news for November 13, 2025: Asia markets steady as Japan signals patience on rate hikes and Malaysia readies upbeat GDP data. Singapore launches a new pandemic agency, while the U.S. inches toward ending its record shutdown.
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 - Asia Steadies as U.S. Gridlock Eases; Tensions Flare in South East Asia
Headline news for November 12, 2025: Asia markets steady as the U.S. shutdown nears resolution. Deadly blasts shake India and Pakistan, while Malaysia eyes a cabinet reshuffle. Singapore urges pay hikes for lower-wage workers amid cautious economic optimism.
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 - Shutdown Fallout, Fiscal Pivots, and Storm Recovery
Headline news for November 10, 2025: The U.S. inches toward ending its 40-day shutdown as air travel chaos deepens. Asia grapples with storms and fiscal shifts, while Singapore sees rising insurance premiums and leadership renewal signals from PM Lawrence Wong.
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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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.