CICT’s acquisition of Paragon demonstrates the strength of the Reit sector, while Addvalue Tech’s value unlocking plan highlights the local market’s weakness in the growth space. Senior correspondent Ben Paul looks at how the Singapore market could be strengthened as a hub for both yield and growth.

Highlights of the podcast:

03:30 Big Singapore Reits drive sector liquidity

05:43 Local growth stocks still drawn to Nasdaq

09:02 Mergers would strengthen the Reit sector

13:34 Will SGX-Nasdaq tie-up lift growth stocks?

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The likelihood of higher interest rates weighing on Reits has risen with the Iran war. As investors become more selective in this once popular segment of the market, sponsor groups may have to adjust their strategies, suggests BT senior correspondent Ben Paul.

Highlights of the podcast:

00:47 Bad timing trips up two small Reits

04:39 A big Reit undeterred by the Iran war

08:49 Reits no longer offer the best returns

11:35 Time for sponsors, investors to adjust

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The recently launched Value Unlock scheme could be as significant as the S$5 billion Equity Market Development Programme in boosting local stocks. SGX’s Chan Kum Kong explains to BT senior correspondent Ben Paul how this latest initiative will work and why companies should seize the opportunity.

Highlights of the podcast:

07:35 How magic can happen in the local market

11:25 Grants disbursed after results are delivered

14:10 Market rebound is an opportunity for issuers

18:20 Carrot and stick approach right for local market

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With Chan Kum Kong, head of capital market development, SGX

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