S1E1: Why Asian bonds defy inflation and volatility: BT Podcasts

Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market and WealthBT, and sponsored series. In this episode, BT correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Kheng Siang Ng, Asia Pacific head of fixed income and head of Singapore at State Street Global Advisors about the attractiveness of Asian bonds, even as global bond funds take a beating, due to a spike in crude oil prices, and concerns over soaring inflation levels. This episode is brought to you by State Street Global Advisors. Highlights of the conversation:  01:20 What volatile factors to keep an eye on 02:40 Why it's a good time to consider Asian bonds 03:49 Fixed income vs. other investment trends 06:28 Fixed income ETFs instrumental in positioning portfolios 07:55  Asian central banks will lag in interest rate movements 11:17 Outlook for Asian bond market in 2022 and beyond More about: What State Street Global Advisors has to offer www.abf-paif.com Produced by: Howie Lim ([email protected]) and Lee Kim Siang Edited by: Howie Lim  Follow BT podcasts and rate us on: Channel: https://bt.sg/pcOM Apple Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcAP Spotify: https://bt.sg/pcSP Google Podcasts: http://bt.sg/pcGO SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://bt.sg/podcasts Feedback to: [email protected]  Do note: All analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast are for your general information only. You should not rely on them in making any decision. Please consult a fully qualified financial adviser or professional expert for independent advice and verification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SPH Media shall not be liable for any loss arising from the use of or reliance on any analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast. SPH Media accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever that may result or arise from the products, services or information of any third parties. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks Podcast: https://bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT Podcast: https://bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Mark To Market Podcast: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT Podcast: http://bt.sg/btwealthbt  #BTPodcast  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.