S1E39: Bitcoin: Bubble or real asset? WealthBT (Ep 39)

Genevieve Cua speaks to Chang Wei Liang, DBS FX and credit strategist who covers crypto, on valuation approaches to Bitcoin, the underpinnings of its value; and the implications of the mode of investment - direct holding or ETF.

Synopsis: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this monthly Business Times podcast series for affluent individuals, hosted by BT wealth editor Genevieve Cua.

Highlights of the podcast: 

03:00 Valuation approaches for Bitcoin

06:48 Supply/demand factors and the “invisible hand” in Bitcoin

09:34 Factors that influence Bitcoin prices

12:38 Investing directly vs Bitcoin spot ETFs

14:33 Bitcoin’s role in a portfolio and the equity component

16:18 Bitcoin as a revolutionary concept vs central bank digital currencies

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Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg)

With Chang Wei Liang, FX and credit strategist, DBS

Edited by: Lee Kim Siang

Produced by: Genevieve Cua & Lee Kim Siang

Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

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