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EPISODE · May 12, 2025 · 16 MIN

Is it really time to sell America? WealthBT

from BT Correspondents · host The Business Times

Sell America, some said. Don’t buy the dip, others said.  Thanks to US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies, investment advice have popped up left and right in the media. But don’t panic just yet, according to Dr Wei Dai, head of research and vice president at Dimensional Fund Advisors. In this episode, host Genevieve Cua sits down with Dr Dai to explain why you should avoid making knee-jerk reactions based on news and focus on long-term investment strategies instead. Synopsis: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this monthly Business Times podcast series for affluent individuals, hosted by BT wealth editor Genevieve Cua. Highlights of the podcast: 01:23 How bad are the tariffs? 04:27 Dealing with higher volatility 08:28 Lessons from the bond market 11:47 Is US exceptionalism dead? --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected].  --- Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua ([email protected]) With Dr Wei Dai, head of research and vice president, Dimensional Fund Advisors Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Emily Liu & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Correspondents: Channel: bt.sg/btcobt Amazon: bt.sg/btcoam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/btcoap Spotify: bt.sg/btcosp YouTube Music: bt.sg/btcoyt Website: bt.sg/btcorresp 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 Money Hacks: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Podcasts: bt.sg/pcOM BT Market Focus: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Branded Podcasts: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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