Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian
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Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian
Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating...
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The Big Story: When businesses shut overnight, who protects the workers left behind?
Singapore’s seen a wave of sudden business shutdowns, from cupcake chains to art firms, leaving workers jobless and unpaid overnight.
But why ar...
Wealth Tracker: Are stablecoins the new form of money?
With a market cap over USD 250 billion and transaction volumes outpacing Visa and Mastercard, stablecoins are no longer just an investment play.
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Right Business: The start-up story and why bootstrapping still works in Singapore’s high-cost economy
Not every start-up story begins with million-dollar investments or flashy boardroom deals. Some grow quietly — from grit, purpose, and a deep belief i...
Market View: What would a possible reopening of the US government mean for US data releases and Asia markets?; Fed Governor Michael Barr’s comments on AI and economic transformation at Singapore Fintech Festival 2025; SoftBank sells Nvidia stake for US$5.8B; Laopu Gold, Trip.com and Baidu’s SDR listings on SGX; Singtel, F&N to watch
Singapore shares moved higher today as most Asian markets traded in the green.
The Straits Times Index was up 0.39% at 4,560.06 points at 2.20pm...
Sports Minutes: History-making Sailors Women inspired by men’s continental heroics ahead of AWCL debut
They’ve seen the men’s team make history...now it’s their turn! Ahead of their AFC Women’s Champions League group stage debut, Lion City Sailors capta...
The Big Story: New sustainable aviation fuel levy from Oct 2026 - Why do you need to pay more to travel?
Starting 2026, travelers flying out of Changi will face a new sustainable aviation fuel levy: $1 for short-haul trips, up to over $40 for long-haul pr...
Wealth Tracker: Tokenised vs Traditional Stocks: What’s the real difference and why should investors care?
They’re being hailed as the future of finance: tokenised stocks. Supporters say they’ll revolutionise how we trade and invest. But are we really witne...
Right Business: Can children enjoy STEM and excel at it? Exploring a spiral-based learning journey
Meta Robotics is a future-focused education company dedicated to nurturing the next generation of innovators through robotics, coding, and technology...
Market View: Senators on Capitol Hill passed compromise US budget measure; Apple reportedly delaying next version of iPhone Air; Intel CEO to oversee firm’s AI efforts after executive departs for OpenAI; Klook files for US IPO; Boustead, Yoma Strategic, Jardine Cycle and Carriage, CSE Global, mm2 Asia to watch
Singapore shares moved higher today as investors continue to set their sights on earnings out of the country.
The Straits Times Index was up 1.0...
The Big Story: Is this the end of the longest government shutdown in US history?
Hundreds of thousands of federal workers left without pay. Services disrupted across the country. And a political standoff that has gripped Washington...
Wealth Tracker: Is the silver market at a state of seizure?
Gold and silver fever is back, and it’s hitting Singapore hard.
Dealers say they’re seeing eight times the usual number of clients rushing to bu...
Right Business: Helping guide founders through the complexities of growth, expansion, and fundraising
Founders Bridge is a specialist advisory firm that helps startup founders and SMEs navigate the complexities of business growth, international expansi...
Market View: Warren Buffett’s farewell letter, Occidental Petroleum’s results in focus; Asian equities up on hopes that US government shutdown is nearing an end; China’s internet platforms reportedly quietly reviving consumer lending ; Singapore blue-chip earnings due this week; SingPost, Singtel, Yangzijiang Financial to watch
Singapore shares dipped today amid positive trade in Asia.
The Straits Times Index was down 0.33% at 4,477.47 points at 2.27pm Singapore time,...
Sports Minutes: Tajeli Salamat on mistakes, missed opportunities, misunderstandings and misguidance
A career marked by brilliance and blemishes. Tajeli Salamat’s story is one of talent, turmoil, turning points and tough lessons. On this Sports Minute...
Under the Radar: From a mirror glass producer in the 1600s to a leader in building materials – Saint-Gobain Singapore & Malaysia’s CEO sheds light on the importance of the two markets and the firm’s strategic priorities for the future.
From a mirror glass producer into one of the world’s most enduring industrial giants. Today we’re going to take you through the ins and outs of French...
The Big Story: Does Elon Musk deserve his new trillion dollar pay package or is this ‘$1 trillion for failure’?
Elon Musk has just shattered another record, not for rockets or robots, but for pay.
Tesla shareholders have approved a jaw-dropping compensatio...
Wealth Tracker: Gold and and its impact on de-dollarisation
Gold’s shine isn’t fading just yet. After a record-breaking rally and a brief pullback, analysts are still betting on more upside ahead.
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Right Business: How a Singapore AI powerhouse reads the internet to drive business growth
Picture a market research firm capable of scanning over 660 billion websites and online channels in less than a second. This allows it to monitor real...
Market View: Fed comments on rates; Asian equities track Wall Street losses; Tesla CEO Elon Musk's US$878B pay plan; US reportedly blocking Nvidia’s sale of scaled-down AI chips to China; China’s exports unexpectedly slumped in October; OCBC’s Q3 earnings beat expectations; Shares of Singtel surge to new high on Bharti Airtel sale, talks for data centre deal; CapitaLand Investment, Genting Singapore Limited, Yangzijiang Financial to watch
Singapore shares dipped today as Asian markets traded lower.
The Straits Times Index was down 0.11% at 4,480.03 points at 1.42pm Singapore time,...
Sports Minutes: When motherhood meets match day; how this family bonds through the beautiful game
It’s the story that captured hearts everywhere - a mother and daughter on opposite sides of the same football match. On Sports Minutes, Siti Nurwati a...
The Big Story: Online abuse? Singapore’s new law lets victims fight back
From deepfake abuse to harassment and impersonation, victims of online harm have long faced a broken system.
Now, victims can seek damages again...
Wealth Tracker: Is offshore wind the next big investment?
Offshore wind is no longer just a breeze on the horizon, it’s becoming a financial storm. With the sector set to add nearly 19 gigawatts of new capaci...
Right Business: Roblox and learning? Why game-based learning is transforming how kids learn
Roblox and education rarely share the same sentence until Ottodot came along.
Founded in Singapore, Ottodot bridges gameplay and pedagogy by tur...
Market View: US ADP private payrolls jumped far more than expected; Majority of US Supreme Court justices queried Trump’s ability to impose his tariffs; Asia claws back some of yesterday’s hefty losses; DBS and UOB’s earnings in focus; Coliwoo’s first day performance on the SGX; Shares in Pony.AI, WeRide tumble on Hong Kong debut
Singapore shares moved higher today, tracking gains seen in the region.
The Straits Times Index was up 1.4% at 4,478.76 points at 2.02pm Singapo...
Under the Radar: (SPECIALS) How far is Asia a bright spot for H&M as US tariffs bite, and what’s next for the firm? H&M’s President for East Asia & Greater China weighs in on the matter.
Fashion is an art, but it is also big business. And our guest for today H&M Group has proven that the two can coexist at scale.
Since opening i...
The Big Story: Singapore’s toughest move yet? Will caning deter scams here?
From phishing texts to fake job offers, scams have quietly drained billions from Singapore over the years. Now, the response is anything but quiet.
Wealth Tracker: Which sectors are leading the Asia REIT rally?
Asia REITs surged in September, led by Singapore and Australia, fueled by strong property fundamentals, lower interest costs, and attractive yields. T...
Right Business: Heard of #HuntTheMouse? How Sqkii turns fun into engagement
Sqkii is a gamification marketing company that connects brands with gamers to drive exceptional ROI for brands while delivering engaging rewards to ga...
Market View: Selloff in Asia on stretched tech valuations, South Korea down as much as 6.2%, Tokyo’s stock index tumbles 4.5%; China confirms suspension of 24% tariff on US goods, retains 10% levy; Chinese Premier Li Qiang says China’s economy is expected to surpass 170 trillion yuan in five years; SIA Engineering, Manulife US Reit to watch
Singapore shares dipped today to track declines seen in the region.
The Straits Times Index was down 0.33% at 4,408.27 points at 1.49pm Singapor...
Sports Minutes: Cadillac’s preparations for Formula 1 entry; Strategy, Stars, and the road to 2026
A new name, a bold dream - and just 12 months to make it happen. American outift Cadillac are going full throttle toward their 2026 Formula 1 debut. F...
The Big Story: “Ignored Evidence?” - Inside Pritam Singh’s bid to overturn his conviction
The courtroom drama isn’t over for Pritam Singh.
The Workers’ Party chief is back in court, appealing his conviction for lying to a parliamentar...
Wealth Tracker: How to make a record breaking portfolio like Temasek
Temasek hit a record S$434 billion in portfolio value, up more than 11% in a single year, earlier this year. But what’s behindTemasek’s success and wh...
Right Business: How Bunjang is connecting fans worldwide to authentic Korean collectibles
Bunjang is a South Korean recommerce platform, connecting buyers and sellers to a wide range of secondhand and collectible items.
From rare K-po...
Market View: Market movements as OpenAI signs US$38B deal with AWS, Fed officials’ mixed comments on rate outlook; RBA holds cash rate at 3.6%; South Korea to triple spending on AI; 240% rally in SK Hynix shares prompts Korea Exchange to warn investors; China calls on US to avoid ‘red lines’ after reaching tariff truce; China Aviation Oil, Wee Hur to watch
Singapore shares dipped today, tracking declines in most Asian markets.
The Straits Times Index was down 0.2% at 4,435.25 points at 1.27pm Singa...
The Big Story: Can Singapore’s top universities fight against Chinese agencies peddling fake admissions?
Guaranteed admission for a fee? That’s the pitch some so-called study-abroad agents on Chinese social media are using to lure students into paying for...
Wealth Tracker: Should you still remain upbeat about gold?
Gold has tumbled from record highs above US$4,300 to around US$4,076, yet analysts remain bullish, forecasting prices could hit US$4,800 within the ye...
Right Business: How one founder turned his personal health challenges into a revolutionary nutrition brand
EYO Singapore is a food-tech company dedicated to redefining nutrition with clean, allergy-friendly solutions.
Founded by Sho Chen, who was insp...
Market View: From fried chicken to technology counters - what Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s visit to South Korea means for the country; Asia’s movements on the back of easing China-US tensions, Fed rate cut, Healthy earnings from Apple, Amazon; Sheng Siong shares hit all-time high; CapitaLand and Mapletree reportedly mulling merger; Asia’s factories stumble as US tariffs hit order books; McDonald’s, AMD, Qualcomm – Earnings to watch this week; Jardine Matheson to watch
Singapore shares inched higher today, tracking positive movements seen in Asia.
The Straits Times Index was up 0.43% at 4,447.66 points at 2.36p...
Sports Minutes: Nicky Melvin Singh on his injury-ridden journey back to football; from NS to NUS, SPL2 to SPL
834 days. That’s how long Nicky Melvin Singh’s comeback took - a journey through surgery, self-doubt and national service. Now back on the pitch and b...
The Big Story: What can readers expect from The New Paper’s merger with Stomp?
Big changes are coming to Singapore’s digital media scene.
The New Paper known for its bold headlines and punchy stories is officially merging w...