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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 the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian

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12:17

The Big Story: Cat A COE premium blasts past a new...

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2025/10/09

The certificate of entitlement (COE) premium for smaller cars and electric vehicles (EVs) reached another high of $128,105 at the Oct 8 exercise, up 7.6 per cent from the previous tender. This is the third consecutive tender where a record was set in Category A, which is meant for smaller and less powerful cars and EVs.The previous high was $119,003, recorded at the tender on Sept 17. The premium for Category B COEs, used to register larger and more powerful cars and EVs, was $141,000 – a 3per

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9:49

The Big Story: High turnover, same pay. Are Singapore...

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2025/10/09

Singapore companies are keeping a tight rein on salary hike in 2026, even as their turnover levels remain among the highest in South-east Asia, according to a new survey by professional services firm Aon. Companies here are budgeting a 4.3 per cent salary increase in 2026 – the same as the actual growth in 2025. Regionally, companies in Vietnam are budgeting the highest salary hike at 7.1 per cent in 2026, followed by Indonesia at 5.9 per cent and the Philippines at 5.2 per cent. According to

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19:09

Wealth Tracker: Is your money working hard enough?

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2025/10/09

Most young Singaporeans are still sticking to savings accounts, but in a world of market swings, rising rates, and global uncertainty, is that enough to grow your wealth? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Rohith Murthy, Chief Executive Officer and Director of MoneyHero Group, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:04

Market View: Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang on AMD-OpenAI...

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2025/10/09

Singapore shares dipped today as Asian markets mostly traded in the green. The Straits Times Index fell 0.15% to 4,449.53 points at 11.55am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$639.56M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel Reit, after the manager of the real estate investment trust (Reit) announced today that the private placement to raise about S$113 million for the acquisition of Top Ryde City Shopping Centre in Sydney, Australia, has closed. Elsewhere,

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17:34

The Big Story: Job Offers or a Scam? Singapore firm...

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2025/10/08

A Singapore-based firm, Changting Network Technology, is now the focus of a police probe, accused of luring jobseekers with false promises of work in Singapore that led instead to a scam-linked resort in Cambodia. Investigations by The Straits Times have uncovered fresh details about the company’s recruitment tactics, its ties to a prominent Cambodian businessman, and how unsuspecting jobseekers were drawn in. On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Aqil Hamzah, Journalist, The Straits

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10:34

Wealth Tracker: Is jewellery the next big alternative...

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2025/10/08

Jewellery is no longer just about adornment, it’s becoming a serious investment. With value tied to craftsmanship, rarity, and provenance, these wearable assets offer both emotional and financial returns. But how do you spot the pieces that will hold their worth over time? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Angela Loh, CEO, The Advocators and Co, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:25

Right Business: Froyo fever? How the viral Yo-Chi is...

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2025/10/08

Could a frozen yoghurt shop become the city’s next must-visit hangout?Australia’s cult-favourite Yo-Chi seems to have done just that. With self-serve froyo, acai bowls, and a playful, immersive experience, it’s already winning fans in Singapore, hours before its doors even opened at Orchard Central. So, what’s Yochi’s strategy? Why is it the right business here in Singapore? On Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Amy Bell, Co-Owner, Yo-Chi, to find out more.See

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14:55

Market View: The Singapore Dollar hits its strongest...

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2025/10/08

DBS hit a new record high, lifting its market capitalization past S$150 billion, nearly double that of its nearest rival, OCBC. Analysts cite the bank’s combination of growth, safety, and income, making it a standout in Singapore’s banking sector. Keppel REIT also took a bold step into the retail market with the acquisition of a 75% stake in Sydney’s Top Ryde City Shopping Centre for about A$394 million, marking a shift from its traditional focus on prime office properties and

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9:02

Sports Minutes: Jonan Tan on maiden Singapore...

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2025/10/08

He’s earned his first Lions call-up, and plenty of attention. Jonan Tan joins Sports Minutes to discuss his footballing rise, life in Portugal, and what it means to receive his maiden call-up for Singapore ahead of two crucial ties in the hunt for Asian Cup qualification. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:00

Sports Minutes: Gavin Lee on the need for calm,...

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2025/10/08

It’s crunch time for the Lions - and calm leads the charge. Interim head coach Gavin Lee joins Sports Minutes ahead of Singapore’s crucial double-header against India to talk belief, balance, and bold decisions. With history within reach, will composure be the Lions’ greatest weapon?Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:46

Wealth Tracker: Could Singapore’s first retail equity...

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2025/10/07

Singapore’s equity scene is heating up. Fullerton Fund Management has just launched the country’s first retail equity fund under MAS’ new Equity Market Development Programme, a move that could open fresh opportunities for investors looking to tap into local companies and high-growth potential. On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks toRobert St. Clair, Managing Director, Head of Investment Strategy, Fullerton Fund Management, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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14:15

Big Story: Why are Singapore teachers working longer...

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2025/10/07

Singapore’s teachers are working harder than ever, but not necessarily in the classroom. They are working an average of 47.3 hours a week, higher than the OECD average of 41, according to the Teaching and Learning International Survey (Talis). The survey’s findings also indicated that Singapore teachers are quick to adopt digital technologies, with three in four using artificial intelligence (AI) to teach or facilitate student learning. This is more than double the global average of 36

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11:16

Right Business: AI that turns real-time consultations...

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2025/10/07

Medow Health AI is an Australian healthtech company now launched in Singapore, bringing its AI-powered medical scribe to help specialists streamline documentation and focus more on patient care. Built by doctors for doctors, the platform works in real time during consultations, automatically capturing and structuring clinical notes, reports, and referral letters, and is already trusted in over 500 clinics and hospitals across Australia. Adapted for Singapore’s healthcare context with

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12:40

Market View: Are we entering a new phase of the AI...

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2025/10/07

The STI opened in positive territory, inching up 0.13%. It held on to those gains through the day, closing 1,1% higher at 4,472 point. Across global markets, enthusiasm for artificial intelligence continues to power tech stocks to new heights. That rally got an extra boost overnight, after OpenAI unveiled new features for ChatGPT that integrate with everyday apps like Spotify and Booking.com, moves that sent several partner company shares sharply higher. Adding to the momentum, OpenAI also announced

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22:28

The Big Story: Despite bans, why do illegal...

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2025/10/06

Singapore and Malaysian authorities have been clamping down on illegal cross-border transport services. But despite clear rules banning chartered cars, limousine and private-hire operators continue to shuttle passengers across the border. Vehicles have been impounded, contracts suspended, and enforcement stepped up.But the market hasn’t disappeared. What keeps the cross-border business alive despite bans? Can the introduction of new legal services convince passengers to switch from illegal

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15:55

Wealth Tracker: Is Asia’s credit resilience here to...

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2025/10/06

Bond markets are shifting fast. From U.S. rate cut expectations to surging corporate and emerging market issuance, investors are chasing yield like never before. In Asia, credit markets show resilience, while Gulf issuers are drawing global attention. What does this mean for risk, opportunity, and where investors should be putting their money? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Kheng Siang Ng, Asia Pacific Head of Fixed Income, State Street Investment Management, to find out more.See

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14:29

Right Business: This company is treating AI less like...

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2025/10/06

Inductiv is a Singapore-headquartered startup rethinking how AI can be trusted to work in the real world. Unlike the trend of simply layering large language models onto interfaces, Inductiv builds AI that is deterministic, dependable, and explainable, with guardrails that meet the stringent demands of regulated industries. Its approach is anchored in a Trust Triad of privacy-first data handling, reliability in mission-critical environments, and explainability for auditability and accountability. On

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15:06

Market View: Tokyo’s Nikkei surges over 4 per cent on...

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2025/10/06

Singapore shares nudged higher today as Asian markets traded mixed. The Straits Times Index was up 0.1% at 4,416.27 points at 12.57pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$536.62M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have AEM after US semiconductor test equipment supplier Advantest Test Solutions made allegations of patent infringement against AEM and its subsidiaries. Elsewhere, from how Tokyo’s Nikkei surged over four per cent to a record high early on after

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26:59

Under the Radar: The ice-cream brand loved by Warren...

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2025/10/06

It’s all about ice-cream and fast food today as we turn the spotlight on one of America’s most beloved brands. This brand is also well-loved by billionaires, more notably value investor Warren Buffett and Shark Tank’s Mark Cuban. You might have by now guessed that I am talking about International Dairy Queen, a company known globally for its soft-serve treats like the Blizzard and the Dilly Bar. Founded in 1940, International Dairy Queen or the parent company of American Dairy

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12:54

Sports Minutes: Russell seals historic win at the...

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2025/10/06

A defining weekend for motorsport and football alike. Sports Minutes dissects George Russell’s flawless drive, Verstappen’s fiery resurgence, and Singapore’s ever-growing pull on the F1 map - before turning our lens to the Lions’ historic qualifier against India. All in the company of Deepanraj Ganesan, sports reporter with The Straits Times.READ

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