S1E183: Was the Asian stock sell-off a one-off? BT Money Hacks (Ep 183)

Investors fled from risk assets when the Asian stock sell-off deepened in August. It was speculated that interest rates would need to be cut rapidly to stimulate growth. Was this a one-off or a signal of things to come? Howie Lim finds out from Paul Chew head of research, Phillip Securities Research. Synopsis: Every Monday, Howie Lim gets experts to break down useful financial tips. Highlights of the conversation: 02:46 Investors should not focus on one data point 05:50 Precedents in history to draw parallels 09:26 How market interconnectedness plays a role 11:08 All times are uncertain and volatile --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected].  --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim ([email protected]) With Paul Chew, head of research, Phillip Securities Research Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe  Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN  YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks 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 Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.