BT podcast: Why Asian bonds defy inflation and volatility

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In this episode, Correspondent Howie Lim speaks to Kheng Siang Ng, Asia Pacific head of fixed income and head of Singapore at State Street Global Advisors about the attractiveness of Asian bonds, even as global bond funds take a beating, due to a spike in crude oil prices, and concerns over soaring inflation levels.

This episode is brought to you by State Street Global Advisors.

Highlights of the conversation:

01:20 What volatile factors to keep an eye on

02:40 Why it's a good time to consider Asian bonds

03:49 Fixed income vs. other investment trends

06:28 Fixed income ETFs instrumental in positioning portfolios

07:55 Asian central banks will lag in interest rate movements

11:17 Outlook for Asian bond market in 2022 and beyond

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Produced by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) and Lee Kim Siang

Edited by: Howie Lim

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