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: Are airfare hikes enough to offset Asia’s jet fuel shock?
Airfares are rising across Asia as jet fuel prices surge amid the Middle East conflict, putting pressure on airlines already operating on thin margins...
What’s Trending: A 92-foot waterfall is for sale! And Alaska Airlines splits up Brenda Song’s family
On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada first dive into the surprising sale of Abiqua Falls, a 92-foot waterfall in Oregon that was lis...
Wealth Tracker: Is a stronger Singapore dollar driving the rise of digital SGD?
As the Singapore dollar strengthens, its impact is beginning to extend beyond traditional markets and into the fast-evolving world of digital finance....
Market View: Trump’s decision to extend ultimatum to strike Iranian power plants by 10 days, Asian markets track global rout; OpenAI's US ad pilot exceeds US$100 million in annualised revenue in six weeks; Australian, NZ dollars hit two-month trough; Keppel, GuocoLand to watch
Singapore shares inched higher today despite early losses seen in the region.
The Straits Times Index was up 0.3% at 4,902.27 points at 10.36am...
Sports Minutes: Ikhsan Fandi on bagging the goals, building momentum & Bangladesh clash
Back scoring, back smiling and back on Sports Minutes. Ikhsan Fandi sits down to talk form, confidence, and hitting 50 goals for BG Pathum. With the L...
Market View: Asian shares fall as investor digest updates to Middle East conflict; Nvidia-backed Reflection AI reportedly seeks US$2.5b at US$25b valuation; Hyundai Motor aims to double China sales, launch 36 new models in North America; Gap plans to open 50 China stores, return to Hong Kong in 2026; Singapore factory output sees shock 0.1% dip in February; Stoneweg Europe Stapled Trust, Lippo Malls Indonesia Retail Trust to watch
Singapore shares inched higher today even as Asian markets traded mostly lower.
The Straits Times Index rose 0.35% at 4,921.88 points at 12.01pm...
Market View: Asian shares rise, oil prices fall on Middle East ceasefire reports; SK Hynix files for US listing; Pop Mart reports largely in-line revenue driven by Labubu; SIA, F&N to watch
Singapore shares inched higher today to track regional movements
The Straits Times Index was up 0.57% at 4,890.15 points at 2.29pm Singapore tim...
Sports Minutes: Irfan Fandi on return to the Singapore national team, overcoming injuries & club future
Back from a long injury layoff, Irfan Fandi returns to the Singapore national team with unfinished business. He opens up about the grind of recovery,...
The Big Story: 40..60-storey HDB 'megatowers' .. Is this the future of Singapore's housing?
Singapore’s public housing has long been the backbone of the country’s dream of homeownership, offering affordable homes to generations of residents.<...
What’s Trending: Is “forest bathing” the new way to unwind? And which country topped the World Happiness Rankings?
On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada explore where people are finding happiness in today’s fast-paced world from unplugging in natur...
Wealth Tracker: Should you turn to alternatives, especially in times of uncertainty?
With markets more volatile, interest rates staying higher for longer, and global tensions adding uncertainty, the traditional playbook may no longer b...
Market View: Conflicting signals on situation in the Middle East – how are global investors taking in the news?; Oil price outlook in focus; Alibaba unveils new chip design to meet surging demand for AI; Japan’s inflation slips below BOJ’s target for the first time since 2022; Mixue reports 33% jump in profit; Singtel to watch
Singapore shares traded in the positive territory today, in line with movements seen in the region.
The Straits Times Index was up 0.51% at 4,86...
The Big Story: Is Singapore ready to face climate change while geopolitical tensions stall the world?
Climate change is no longer a distant threat, it’s unfolding in real time. Sea levels are creeping higher, heatwaves are becoming more intense and fre...
Wealth Tracker: Markets keep climbing, but are investors getting complacent?
In just a few months, investors have had to navigate geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, trade uncertainty in the US, and disruptions to global...
What’s Trending: Creepy boss surveillance .. and an AI vehicle so futuristic it does your work while driving
How far is too far when it comes to bosses keeping tabs on employees? On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into the increasingly inva...
Market View: Asia markets drop on Trump, Iran threats; Singapore’s February core inflation accelerates to 1.4%; Luxury brands from LVMH to Kering defy slowdown with more new store openings in Europe; Meta’s Zuckerberg reportedly developing AI agent to help with his CEO duties; Kpop agency HYBE shares drop after boyband BTS comeback concert; Lendlease Global Commercial Reit to watch
Singapore shares dived today to track hefty losses across regional markets.
The Straits Times Index was down 2.38% at 4,831.30 points at 2.44pm...
The Big Story: If less than 1% comes from the Middle East, why are food prices rising in Singapore?
Singapore imports more than 90% of its food, yet less than 1% comes from the Middle East.
Despite this, Minister for Sustainability and the Envi...
Wealth Tracker: Can alternative energy provide a hedge against the latest oil shocks?
Conflict in the Middle East is rocking global energy markets. Oil prices are spiking, shipping routes are under threat, and supply chains are stretche...
What’s Trending: Will BTS surpass Taylor Swift’s record-breaking tour? Also, why did Enhypen fans target a pension fund?
On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada dive into the world of K-pop from fan reactions that spiralled into real-world disruption, to t...
Market View: Alibaba targets US$100 billion of cloud, AI revenue in five years; Nvidia to sell 1 million chips to Amazon by end of 2027 in cloud deal; Rupee breaches 93 per dollar to hit record low; Dollar slips, Asian markets slide as Iran war spurs hawkish rate rethink; Hongkong Land, Suntec Reit, Singtel to watch
Singapore shares fell today as investors continue to mull the impact of the Middle East war on global growth.
The Straits Times Index was down 0...
Sports Minutes: Jordan Webb on his failed Lions dream, search for Stags closure & starting afresh
Jordan Webb, remember him? He arrived as a fleet-footed winger from Canada in 2010, and spent close to a decade making a mark in the Singapore Premier...
The Big Story: Should AI be grading our papers?
Over the past year, the spotlight has been firmly on students and their use of AI, questions around academic integrity, strict guidelines, and even pe...
Wealth Tracker: Gold demand surges in Singapore - Should you buy gold too?
It’s not just global investors driving the surge in gold, but buyers right here in Singapore.
From bullion dealers to pawnshops, demand for gold...
What’s Trending: Your politician may know how to fly a plane! Yet, this family made a $3,000 flight mistake
On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Zia-ul Raushan talk about world leaders with unexpected talents including Thailand’s King and Queen, who made he...
Market View: Fed holds rates, sticks to prior projections for one cut in 2026; BoJ holds rates as widely expected; Micron’s heavy factory spending overshadows booming memory sales; Apple’s China smartphone sales jump 23% to start 2026; Manulife US Reit, Keppel to watch
Singapore shares dipped today as investors continued to mull the Federal Reserve’s move to hold interest rates overnight.
The Straits Times Inde...
The Big Story: Will the killing of Ali Larijani shake Iran’s leadership and escalate the Middle East conflict?
Iran has confirmed that its top security chief, Ali Larijani, was killed in an Israeli airstrike, alongside his son and senior aides, a major setback...
Wealth Tracker: Will soaring oil prices shake up the dollar and Asian currencies?
Oil prices are surging, the US dollar is holding firm, and Asian currencies are under pressure. Could the Korean won and Indian rupee slide further? A...
What's Trending: World’s first robot arrested by police... and a new Dubai chocolate craze triggers scalping
On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into chaos, both robotic and edible.
First, a humanoid robot in Macau goes rogue, terrifyi...
Market View: Oil prices took a breather after the Iraqi government, Kurdish authorities reached a deal to resume oil exports via Turkey’s Ceyhan port; Nvidia reportedly gets Beijing’s nod for H200 chip sales, adapts Groq chip for China; Fed’s “dot plot” in focus overnight; What’s driving Asian shares higher today?; Ringgit hits strongest level versus Singapore dollar since 2021; Singtel to watch
Singapore shares moved higher today as investors looked ahead to the latest Federal Reserve rate decision due overnight.
The Straits Times Index...
Under the Radar: (SPECIALS) What is Airbus’ assessment of its order backlog, and what are the trends supporting growth in APAC? Its President for the region spills the beans.
As the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, Airbus provides products, services and solutions for the commercial aircraft, helicopter, defe...
The Big Story: “Not NATO’s War” - Why allies are staying out of Trump’s Hormuz escort plan
A growing divide has emerged among Western allies after President Donald Trump urged partners to send warships to escort vessels through the Strait of...
Wealth Tracker: Is the Chinese Yuan likely to appreciate moderately over the next five years?
Could the yuan start quietly gaining ground against the dollar over the next five years?
China’s latest Two Sessions suggest the country is ser...
What’s Trending: Washington's fa-shoe-n mishap... and people are filming doing chores for cash
People in Los Angeles are getting paid to film themselves doing housework, wearing cameras while doing chores to help train robots and AI systems to u...
Market View: Asian shares rise as investors mull central bank decisions, Middle East conflict; Reserve Bank of Australia hikes rates for second time this year, Fed, ECB, BoE, BoJ rate decisions in focus next; More from Nvidia’s GTC event in San Jose; Singapore’s February key exports growth slows to 4%; SIA, Singtel to watch
Singapore shares registered gains today as investors continue to set their sights on a flurry of central bank decisions from major economies around th...
The Big Story: Is Singapore’s retrenchment notice lead time leaving workers vulnerable?
Sudden job losses can hit hard, leaving employees with little time to process the news or plan next steps.
Recent cases, like the Provido...
Wealth Tracker: How should investors navigate geopolitical ‘War Buzz’ in 2026?
Gold and Silver are back in the spotlight, surging as global tensions heat up, while Bitcoin tumbles to one of its worst months on record.
What's Trending: Would you pay 85¢ to win a $3M house .. and a trash bag shocks the red carpet?
On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh find out if you could really win a S$3 million apartment… for just 85 cents a month. A South Korean Y...
Market View: With oil surging past $100, what risk does it pose for Asian markets?
Wall Street is looking to start the week on a firmer footing as markets attempt to recover from a three-week slide.
Dow futures are currently in...
Sports Minutes: Surprises in the Singapore Premier League as by chance or by choice, several players and clubs experience a renaissance of sorts
Surprises galore this Singapore Premier League weekend - with Geylang snapping a 4-game winless streak, coaches opting to be experimental in their te...
Under the Radar: How is Wegovy and Ozempic maker Novo Nordisk navigating the next battleground for anti-obesity medication with its GLP-1 oral pills, and how far is it diversifying beyond metabolic health to manage long-term risks?
Today we’re going to take you through the company behind the GLP-1 drugs Wegovy and Ozempic that are used to treat obesity and diabetes.
Founde...