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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Wealth Tracker: Why gold isn’t rising in a time of crisis
When tensions rise, gold usually shines. But this time… not quite.
With the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz pushing oil prices sharply highe...
What’s Trending: Is it fair for restaurants to charge for ‘outside drinks’...and are these new bunk beds on planes for economy passengers?
A $2 charge for children drinking plain water has sparked an intense debate in Singapore. After a family was billed under a no-outside-drinks policy,...
The Big Story: Are you overqualified for your job? 1 in 5 workers are
Nearly one in five Singapore workers is overqualified for their jobs, but most aren’t stuck there by accident.
New data from MOM shows 19.4% of...
Market View: Asian stocks track US rally on Iran peace push; Analysts cite construction, defence among sectors to watch in Singapore amid geopolitical tensions; China’s growth seen rebounding in early 2026; JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup’s earnings in focus on Wall Street; F&N, Yangzijiang Maritime to watch
Singapore shares inched higher today, tracking gains seen in the region.
The Straits Times Index was up 0.2% at 5,017.73 points at 2.25pm Singap...
Wealth Tracker: Which emerging markets are most exposed to oil volatility?
Oil prices are reacting fast to renewed tensions in the Gulf, but the bigger question for investors is what happens if this isn’t just a short shock....
The Big Story: Can a stronger Sing Dollar help ease the cost of living pressures from the Iran conflict?
Singapore’s central bank on April 14 tightened its monetary policy stance for the first time since 2022 to allow for a stronger currency in the face o...
What’s Trending: Lego-style Iran war memes target Trump… and people pay $1,000 to read with strangers
On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into the strange new world of AI-generated “slopaganda”, where bright, toy-like animations are b...
Market View: Asian stocks up on US-Iran deal hopes even as Hormuz blockade took effect; Singapore tightens monetary policy for first time since 2022, GDP up 4.6% in Q1, missing forecasts; Goldman Sachs’ results and expectations for latest corporate earnings season; CATL reportedly considering up to US$5 billion share sale in Hong Kong; Oiltek International, Koh Brothers Eco Engineering, Koh Brothers
Singapore shares registered gains today as investors mull a move by the country’s central bank to tighten monetary policy settings for the first time...
Sports Minutes: Last-minute mayhem in the Singapore Premier League; Kai Whitmore edges a step closer to representing the Lions
Late but great, that's the theme of Sports Minutes today as we discuss and dissect a flurry of stoppage time winners in the Singapore Premiere League...
The Big Story: Why is Trump issuing a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz that he says he wants reopened?
Following the breakdown of rare high-level talks between Washington and Tehran, US President Donald Trump has unveiled a significant escalation: a nav...
Wealth Tracker: Is $100 Oil just the beginning?
Markets are being jolted after the US moved to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, sending Brent and WTI sharply higher following failed talks between Wash...
What’s Trending: Has Coachella become a money trap… and why has this ‘Belieber’ broken a Guinness World Record?
On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh look at how Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival went from a 1990s protest-era experiment to beco...
Market View: How would a US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz work?; Oil prices jump above US$100; Gold tumbles amid rising inflationary risks; Singapore may tighten monetary policy as oil shock lifts prices; Katrina Group, CapitaLand Investment to watch
Singapore shares slid today after no agreement was reached between the US and Iran in peace talks held over the weekend.
The Straits Times Index...
Under the Radar: What are the key opportunities and barriers of growth for biofuel providers? CEO of Hong Kong-based EcoCeres spills the beans.
Today we turn our attention to look at renewable energy as companies around the world look to decarbonise and reduce their consumption of traditional...
The Big Story: Is Singapore’s 13% fare subsidy enough to stabilize school and care transport services?
Singapore is introducing a three-month, 13% fare revenue support scheme to stabilise school bus and care transport operators amid rising fuel costs dr...
Wealth Tracker: How should HNWIs invest to sustain retirement in a high-cost environment?
HNWIs in Singapore are increasingly questioning whether their wealth is sufficient to sustain retirement in a high-cost environment.
Rising livi...
What’s Trending: Did Artemis II’s commander manifest his dream to the Moon? And would you go to Singapore’s first cake rave?
Have you ever had a dream so real, it actually came true?
Well, a NASA astronaut’s old tweet about orbiting the Moon has gone viral, and years a...
Market View: Asian stocks ticked up early on but gains capped as traders questioned the durability of US-Iran ceasefire; China’s factories jolt back to inflation on Iran war price shock; South Korea holds rates steady; Fast Retailing’s shares hit record after boosting profit outlook; SGX, CDL to watch
Singapore shares nudged higher today as investors continued to monitor the situation in the Middle East and mull upcoming US-Iran talks to be held ove...
Under the Radar: (SPECIALS) On the Go from Jakarta — What should we know about the 13 AI-powered product features announced at GrabX 2026?
Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian reports from Jakarta, Indonesia in this “On the Go” special episode of Under the Radar, as she covers...
The Big Story: Can ‘less marketing’ curb blind box addiction in Singapore?
Blind boxes: adorable, collectible… and unexpectedly addictive. What began as a niche hobby for toy enthusiasts has exploded into a mainstream phenome...
Wealth Tracker: Do colored gemstones offer better long-term value and returns than diamonds?
Jewelry is increasingly being repositioned from a luxury purchase to a tangible store of value, as wealthy investors seek alternatives amid market vol...
What’s Trending: Are K-pop idols leaving their groups for the better? Also, would you pay $700K for a sake brewed in space?
A recent wave of departures, from Enhypen’s Heeseung to NCT’s Mark and Ten, has fans questioning what’s next for the industry, and whether individual...
Market View: Has oil’s biggest drop in 6 years marked a turning point for equities?
Markets are flashing red across the board with Singapore slips 0.4% to 4,977, mirroring broader weakness across Asia and US futures. With sentiment tu...
Sports Minutes: St Andrew’s rejoice after B Division final win secures redemption against ACS(I)
St Andrew’s Secondary School are the B Division rugby champions...at last. On Sports Minutes, captain Joshua Kee and out-centre Wesley Choo relive the...
The Big Story: Trump, Iran agree to a two-week ceasefire. But is lasting peace possible?
US President Donald Trump has announced a two-week suspension of attacks on Iran—a tense, last-minute pause in a conflict that has already rattled the...
The Big Story: Is Singapore’s S$1 billion support package enough to tackle costs from the Middle East conflict?
Singapore has introduced a fresh round of support measures worth close to $1 billion as rising energy prices and global instability threaten to push i...
Wealth Tracker: From triceratops to tech fortunes, how are investors managing extraordinary assets in Singapore?
According to CNN, Singapore’s Le Freeport—a climate-controlled vault usually reserved for extreme wealth — is now home to a 66‑million-year-old Tricer...
What’s Trending: From South Korea’s bookstore dating craze to a Chinese teahouse gone viral for keeping celebrity leftovers
Move over dating apps, South Korea has found a new hotspot for singles: bookstores. On What’s Trending, Debbie Yong and Nadiah Koh dive into Seoul’s K...
Market View: Markets rally on a two-week ceasefire - Is this relief or risk mispriced?
Energy markets remain a key concern. After weeks of heightened focus, the question now is whether prices are entering a more stable phase or if volati...
The Big Story: Flying from Singapore from April 15? What you need to know about the new power bank rules
Starting April 15, a new rule out of Singapore could catch many travellers off guard — you’ll only be allowed to carry two power banks in your hand lu...
Wealth Tracker: Stablecoin volume just crossed $33 trillion. What’s next for investors?
Stablecoins are no longer just a niche experiment, they’re a rapidly growing cornerstone of global finance. In 2025 alone, these digital assets proces...
What’s Trending: Would you be okay with a septic truck as your wedding convoy? Also, you can get paid for taking bad photos in Iceland
Would you let your partner plan your wedding convoy? Well, one groom in China did exactly that and showed up with nine septic tank trucks on his big d...
Market View: Are markets facing a ceasefire breakthrough or a supply shock at Hormuz in 48 hours?
Market activity held relatively firm, with S$1.45 billion in value turnover, but sentiment stayed fragile as attention turned to ongoing discussions a...
Sports Minutes: Albirex Niigata’s stunning comeback derails BG Tampines Rovers' title charge; Alam Shah’s continued struggles at Tanjong Pagar
After Albirex's stunning comeback to defeat Tampines Rovers, could the past weekend in the Singapore Premier League prove to be pivotal in the title r...
The Big Story: How will Singapore’s special committee tackle supply and food price impacts of the Middle East conflict?
The ongoing Middle East conflict is sending shockwaves through global energy markets, and Singapore is feeling the heat. Fuel prices are climbing, foo...
Wealth Tracker: Are we seeing a comeback to GARP investing?
Earnings are still holding up, but the era of broad beats and easy momentum may be fading. Mega-cap tech is still leading, but the gap is narrowing, A...
What's Trending: The ‘Singapore Pokedex’ that could save you from a sting and why everyone suddenly wants to do HYROX
What would you do if you spotted a strange, electric-blue creature on a beach in Singapore and had no idea if it was harmless… or venomous? That momen...
Market View: Stocks rise after report of ceasefire talks between US, Iran, Investors continue to mull Trump’s promised assault on Iranian infrastructure; Citigroup pushes back Fed rate cut timeline after strong job numbers; Singapore retail sales jump 8.3% in February, boosted by Chinese New Year; FOMC March minutes, February personal income, and March CPI – what should investors prioritise this week?; Olam Group, Geo Energy Resources to watch
Singapore shares inched higher today as investors continue to monitor developments on the global trade front.
The Straits Times Index was up 0.4...
The Big Story: Trump’s prime-time address on Iran - Victory speech or unfinished war?
On Apr 2, US President Donald Trump delivered his first prime-time address since the US-Israeli war in Iran erupted on Feb 28, claiming major military...
Wealth Tracker: If investors aren’t selling US assets, where is the ‘Sell America’ trade happening?
The “Sell America” narrative has resurfaced amid rising geopolitical tensions and a more assertive US policy stance, but markets suggest a more nuance...