S1E247: How to Master Risk and Find Value in Mid-Caps

Forget the blue chips. Singapore’s iEdge Next 50 indices are outperforming the STI by significant margins, signalling a seismic shift in market focus. Are mid-caps the new sweet spot for growth, offering higher potential with less small-cap volatility? Experts dissect the fundamentals, risk management strategies, and macro indicators essential for navigating this exciting segment. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 02:55 Assessing mid-cap fundamentals 04:44 Impact of analyst coverage 07:27 Portfolio integration 13:06 Macro outlook - key economic indicators --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected]. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim ([email protected]) With Chong Yik Ban, equity research analyst, Phillip Securities Research and Daphne Tan, head of business development, CMC Markets Singapore Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim  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.