The Business Times at 50: unpack Asia, think global
BT first hit the news stands on Oct 1, 1976
The Business Times (BT) is Singapore's premier financial daily, celebrating its 50th anniversary on October 1, 2026. Founded in 1976, the newspaper was originally created to serve as a concise and market-oriented news source for Singapore's burgeoning economy. BT's mission has since expanded to cover global events and their impact on Singapore's business landscape.
Throughout its history, BT has adapted to the changing economic and technological landscape, introducing online journalism and new products and formats. The newspaper has remained committed to providing decision-making insights, trend analysis, and strategic foresight for both business leaders and the general public.
As Singapore continues to develop and its role in the region expands, BT is shifting its focus to become a more regional and global business paper. The newspaper aims to cover key themes such as capital and markets, technology and artificial intelligence, trade and supply chains, energy transition, and demographic shifts through a regional lens.
The upcoming global edition and the Decoding Asia newsletter are early steps towards this goal, which will involve building direct relationships with correspondents and partnerships to offer deep, analysis-driven news.
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