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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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18:30

What's Trending: Would you shop at 3am? This mall...

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2026/03/05

Would you shop at a mall at 3AM? Seletar Mall is experimenting with4AM closing hours, complete with late-night activities and a viral 'Downmall Challenge' that shows a former Singapore Youth Olympic cyclist riding a bike down the mall’s escalators. Then in a new update, afamily feud twist: Brooklyn Beckham reportedly ignores peace talks from his parents and responds publicly to Nicola Peltz instead. And finally, theburger bite heard around the internet. When a fast-food CEO posted a video

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11:52

Market View: Bitcoin jumps past $73K - Is risk...

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2026/03/05

Markets across the Asia-Pacific rebounded today, with most major indices trading higher after several days of steep losses. South Korea’s Kospi led the gains, surging as much as 12% at one point — a sharp turnaround after suffering its worst session on record just a day earlier. Overnight in the U.S., stocks also moved higher, extending the rebound from the previous session. The Dow rose 0.49%, the S&P 500 gained 0.78%, and the Nasdaq climbed 1.29%, while Bitcoin crossed $73,000 for

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18:48

The Big Story: Petrol prices on the rise amid Middle...

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2026/03/04

As tensions flare in the Middle East, global oil markets are on edge. Here in Singapore, major players like Shell, Caltex, Esso and Sinopec have raised 95-octane prices to around $2.92 a litre. Behind the spike? Growing fears that supplies could be disrupted through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints. But this isn’t just a story for motorists. Singapore depends heavily on imported energy, especially natural gas and LNG, to keep the lights on and

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13:11

Market View: How vulnerable is the STI to the Middle...

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2026/03/04

Markets bled red as the Straits Times Index (STI) slid to 4,812, with banks and blue chips, from DBS and UOB to Singtel and SIA, leading the losses. Over $3.6 billion in value changed hands, but confidence was harder to find. On Market View, Sean Cheong speaks with Dan Chang of Philip Securities to break down what’s really driving the sell-off, and whether Singapore is more vulnerable than investors think if global tensions escalate further.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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12:49

Wealth Tracker: Are AI investments getting ahead of...

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2026/03/04

AI is everywhere, from trillion-dollar tech giants ramping up spending to Asian markets stepping up their role in the global supply chain. But with valuations stretched and volatility creeping back in, is it still about chasing the AI trade, or is it time to get more disciplined? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks toJason Kuan (CFA), Director, Investment Research and Advisory, Chief Investment Office, CIMB Singapore, to break down why quality large-cap tech still matters, where Asia fits into

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18:57

What’s Trending: Has the teacher “cortisol” ranking...

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2026/03/04

Students in Singapore are rating their teachers based on whether they cause “high cortisol” or “low cortisol”, complete with photos, stress meters, and viral TikTok edits. Harmless school humour or public shaming that’s gone too far? At the same time, a shocking case out of South Korea is raising uncomfortable questions about beauty, bias, and social media obsession. A young woman arrested in a suspected drug-laced killing case saw her online following explode, with

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32:32

Sports Minutes: Ryaan Sanizal on leading Hougang...

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2026/03/04

Sanctions. Forfeits. Points docked. It’s been a bruising week for Hougang United following the ruling by the Football Association of Singapore over the fielding of an ineligible player. In an EXCLUSIVE Sports Minutes sit-down, club captain Ryaan Sanizal tackles the tough questions head-on — speaking openly about accountability, resilience, and guiding a young squad through one of the most turbulent weeks in recent club history.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee

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25:52

The Big Story: Cancelled flights, stranded...

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2026/03/03

Air travel across the Middle East has been thrown into turmoil as escalating hostilities between the United States, Israel, and Iran lead to widespread airspace restrictions, flight cancellations, and rerouting.Thousands of passengers are being affected, including Singaporeans caught in the region, facing delays, uncertainty, and difficult decisions about when they can return home. On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong hears from Annabelle Siena Lim, a Singaporean entrepreneur currently in Dubai, about

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11:18

Wealth Tracker: Could 2026 be a defining year for...

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2026/03/03

2025 tested investors with geopolitical uncertainty, shifting interest rate expectations, elections across major economies, and uneven global growth.Yet despite the volatility, Asian assets demonstrated surprising resilience, with fixed income delivering strong gains and equities across parts of Asia staging a constructive recovery. So what does this mean for 2026 and beyond? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Hock Fai Chan, Head of Equities, Singapore, Manulife Investment Management, to

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15:27

What’s Trending: Why are married couples calling each...

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2026/03/03

Would you call your spouse your “teammate” instead of “baby”? And would you believe that your old laptop might be a better investment than gold? On today’s episode of What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada dive into two unexpected trends shaking up the internet: married couples in China ditching lovey-dovey pet names in favour of practical titles like “teammate” or “roommate,” sparking debate over whether modern relationships

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14:07

Market View: Selloff in Asia amid Middle East...

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2026/03/03

Singapore shares rose today to buck regional losses as the Middle East conflict remains on top of investors’ minds. The Straits Times Index was up 0.86% at 4,932.73 points at 2.27pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.81B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Olam Group, after the agri-business company announced yesterday that its food, feed and fibre operating business, Olam Agri, secured a seven-year US$100 million financing facility, which will

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19:13

The Big Story: What's the real reason behind US &...

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2026/03/02

Iran’s confrontation with Israel and the United States has escalated into one of the most dangerous crises the Middle East has seen in decades. A joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign aimed at crippling Tehran’s leadership has triggered retaliatory strikes across the region from missile barrages on Israeli cities to attacks on Gulf states. On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks toDr Leon Goldsmith, Honorary Senior Lecturer in Middle East Politics at the University of Otago, to examine how

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19:55

Wealth Tracker: Are oil prices expected to stay high...

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2026/03/02

Brent crude has spiked sharply after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, with disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz raising fears over a major supply shock. Some analysts say this is just a temporary risk premium. Others warn oil could surge past US$100 a barrel. So, are we looking at a short-term geopolitical spike… or the start of a much bigger energy crisis? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks toPriyanka Sachdeva, Senior Market Analyst, Phillip Nova, to find out more.See

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16:02

What's Trending: Trading card packs under fire in...

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2026/03/02

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into the biggest buzz online, from Singapore’s move to regulate trading card booster packs under new blind box rules, to the growing debate over chance-based collectibles, rare card hype, and whether nostalgia is turning into speculation. Then, we shift gears to tech with Samsung’s latest privacy screen feature that blocks side-angle peeks and even auto-detects when someone is trying to look at your display. Is this the future

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16:03

Market View: US-Israel-Iran conflict on Asian...

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2026/03/02

Singapore shares slid today as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East weighed on global markets. The Straits Times Index was down 1.77% at 4,906.86 points at 12.56pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$2.01B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, shares of Singapore Airlines and Sats fell this morning as the US-Israeli war against Iran led to flight cancellations over the weekend. Meanwhile, from how the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said that it is closely

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29:19

Under the Radar: Endowus’ Chairman sheds light on...

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2026/03/02

Today we’re going to take you through the ins and outs of a leading independent digital wealth platform in Asia that provides bespoke investment solutions for personal savings, private wealth and even public pension (say in the case of CPF and SRS in Singapore). Founded in 2017, our guest for today Endowus operates out of both Singapore and Hong Kong with a vision to help investors grow their wealth holistically and offer what it describes as conflict-free advice and access to institutional

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8:16

Wealth Tracker: Are commercial space programs poised...

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2026/02/27

Investor interest in space is growing rapidly, driven by falling launch costs, expanding satellite constellations, and high-profile scientific discoveries like NASA’s Curiosity rover. With commercial programs scaling globally and technologies such as Earth observation and in-orbit servicing coming online, the focus is on identifying companies that can turn these opportunities into predictable, scalable revenue streams. On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Alexandra Vidyuk, General

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16:57

What’s Trending: A candle that brings back your...

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2026/02/27

Would you spend thousands on a candle that claims it can change your destiny or shove someone out of the way in the middle of Shibuya Crossing just to get through a crowd? On today’s episode of What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada look at the Chinese influencer who earned over 50 million yuan selling luxury “wish candles” that promised love, luck, and career success before she was arrested for fraud. Also, they discussed the viral video out of Tokyo showing a

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11:43

The Big Story: Singapore’s fertility rate at new...

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2026/02/27

Singapore’s total fertility rate has fallen to a historic low of 0.87, raising fresh concerns about whether the nation is heading toward long-term population decline. Despite years of pro-family policies and generous financial incentives, birth rates continue to slide, with Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong warning that the citizen population could start shrinking by the early 2040s without intervention. So what’s really driving Singaporeans to have fewer children? And if incentives

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13:54

Market View: Asian shares wobble on tech valuation,...

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2026/02/27

Singapore shares rose today as investors continue to digest corporate earnings from blue chip companies in the country. The Straits Times Index was up 0.32% at 4,980.16 points at 2.25pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.43B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have ST Engineering, after the engineering company today reported a net profit of S$59.9 million for H2 FY2025, an 83.6 per cent decline from S$381 million a year prior. Elsewhere, from how Meta Platforms

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