S1E246: Why a wealth manager started a portfolio for his 6-month-old

Feeling squeezed by school fees, ageing parents, and volatile markets? You’re not alone.  Howie Lim chats with OCBC’s Timothy Liew, a wealth-management pro and fellow parent, about investing wisely when life gets expensive. Timothy opens up about his disastrous first trade, how he builds his core-and-satellite portfolio, and why diversification beats get-rich-quick dreams every time.  Plus, Timothy has a surprising answer for what he thinks could outshine AI in the long run. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 02:23 Don’t take bad advice from friends 04:55 Timothy’s core and risk portfolio 07:54 Investing for his son’s future 11:40 Advice for surviving volatile markets 14:20 There’s no shortcut to wealth --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected]. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim ([email protected]) With Timothy Liew, head of investments, wealth management, OCBC Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & 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 Correspondents: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.