China continues to set local market tone: BT Market Focus (Ep 56)

Regional markets tumble following concerns about the Chinese economy and the potential of a Fed rate hike. Will there be more drops in the near term? Janice Tan finds out. Synopsis: Market Focus is a weekly podcast by The Business Times that looks at the market drivers and movements in Singapore, the region and the beyond. Hosted by The BT Podcasts team, it features analysis from SGX and insights from The Business Times’ newsdesk. Highlights of the podcast: 01:33 SGX’s wrap for the week 08:05 Insights from BT’s newsdesk 11:15 Highlights of the week’s notable news 13:57 Corporate news for investors Written by: Claressa Monteiro ([email protected]) Hosted by: Janice Tan With Geoff Howie, market strategist, SGX Securities Newsdesk commentary written and presented by Megan Cheah Edited by: Janice Tan  Recording engineer: Joann Chai Pei Chieh  Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media — Follow BT Market Focus: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Apple: bt.sg/mfap Google: bt.sg/mfgo Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp 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/btwealthbt BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/btbrpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.