BT Mark to Market: Watch out for Reit mergers (Ep 13)

19.09 min

Synopsis: Listen to Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore in this podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times. In this 13th episode of the Mark To Market podcast, senior correspondent Ben Paul delves into the issue of why Reit mergers have drawn controversy; what's driving these deals; and how investors can protect themselves. 1. ESR-Reit - ARA Logos deal reignites Reit merger concerns (2:13)

2. Post-merger performance belies claim that size matters (7:01)

3. How minorities of target Reits in mergers are shortchanged (11:09)

4. Market dynamics, shifting priorities the driver of mergers (13:30)

5. How minorities can best protect their interests in Reit deals (16:02) Produced by: Ben Paul (benpaul@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Howie Lim Edited by: Howie Lim and Hadyu Rahim Follow BT Mark To Market podcasts and rate us at: Channel: http://bt.sg/btmark2mkt Apple Podcasts: https://bt.sg/4DJp Spotify: https://bt.sg/4DJN Google Podcasts: http://bt.sg/4D2E Website: http://bt.sg/mark2mkt Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Do note: All analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast are for your general information only. You should not rely on them in making any decision. Please consult a fully qualified financial adviser or professional expert for independent advice and verification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SPH Media shall not be liable for any loss arising from the use of or reliance on any analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast. SPH Media accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever that may result or arise from the products, services or information of any third parties.

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