Investing in private markets can help reduce overall portfolio volatility, as they tend to have a lower correlation with public markets. Sure sounds good but what are the hidden complexities to look out for before you take the plunge? Howie Lim finds out.

Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

Highlights:

01:13 Are private assets available to retail investors?

04:36 More governance and transparency for the private market

08:10 Hidden complexities revealed

12:01 Democratising the private market

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Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

With Ritesh Ganeriwal, managing director and head of investments and advisory at Syfe

Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

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