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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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10:27

Market View: MAS keeps policy settings unchanged;...

Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian ·

2024/01/29

Singapore stocks remained relatively unchanged today following updates from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) that it will leave monetary policy settings unchanged. The MAS announced this morning that it will maintain the prevailing rate of appreciation of the Singapore dollar nominal effective exchange rate policy band, extending the pause from its 2023 meetings, in line with market expectations. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) gained a marginal 0.01 per cent to 3,159.94

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11:00

Washington Report: US troops killed in drone attack...

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2024/01/29

The United States says three of its troops were killed and dozens more wounded in a drone attack near a base on Jordan's border with Syria. It's the first time a strike has killed American soldiers in the area since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. Pressure mounts on US President Joe Biden as he blames 'radical Iran-backed militant groups'. How will Washington react to the attack? What are the strategic objectives for the region in the future? We find out from Dr John Donaldson, Associate

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10:28

Why It Matters: Livestream selling, is it here to stay?

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2024/01/29

Are you addicted to watching livestream selling? Well, move over, Gen Z and millennial influencers because those in the Gen X category and jumping onto the bandwagon as well. And on Shopee Live, they have retailers who are in the late 40s and 50s! So does this mean this trend is here to stay? Chua Kel Jin, Director, Shopee Singapore shares more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:20

Under the Radar: Alibaba’s travel business Fliggy on...

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2024/01/29

Today we’re going to speak to a wholly owned subsidiary of Alibaba Group that focuses specifically on travel arrangements. Launched in 2016, Fliggy is an online marketplace that helps users in and out of China to book for flights, accommodation, train tickets, group travel essentials and attraction tickets. The firm said it leverages Alibaba Group’s product and technical development abilities to enhance its user experience and service capabilities to better meet consumer’s needs. So far, the

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10:13

Market View: US GDP grew faster than expected in Q4;...

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2024/01/26

Singapore stocks began trading stronger today, following overnight gains on global markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.1 per cent to 3,150.09 points after 34.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Frasers Centrepoint Trust, after the trust’s private placement to raise S$200 million closed at the issue price of S$2.18 (2 Singapore dollars and 18 cents) per new unit. Elsewhere, from China granting video game

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12:55

Why It Matters: Local organizations need to urgently...

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2024/01/26

Cybersecurity has become an urgent and paramount concern for individuals, businesses, and governments alike. The exponential growth of global cybercrime, which is estimated to cost around $3 trillion annually, has made the protection of data and sensitive information more important than ever. To bridge the rapid digitalisation and growing cyber threats across different domains, cybersecurity skills are fast becoming a valuable skill set. Sandeep Bhargava, SVP, Global Services and Solutions, Public

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20:17

Under the Radar: Scoot’s CCO on travel recovery,...

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2024/01/26

This conversation is set to get you itching to go on your next holiday. Make a guess as to who our guest is for today. Drumrolls – we’re talking to the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, Scoot, or the airline that merged with Tigerair Singapore about seven years ago. Since taking to the skies in 2012, Scoot has carried over 82 million passengers and has a fleet of over 50 aircrafts, comprising widebody Boeing 787 Dreamliners and single-aisle Airbus A320s. And it appears that 2024 will be

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13:23

Culture Club: Life as a hotelier in Singapore's first...

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2024/01/26

ST Hospitality, the hospitality brand of Katrina Group Ltd., has recently unveiled its fifth co-living hotel in Singapore – ST Signature Bugis Middle, located at 21 Middle Road. This expansion aligns with the growing demand for distinctive yet value-for-money accommodation in prime locations, fuelled by the increasing influx of both domestic and international tourism. Andreas Lorenz, Chief Operating Officer, ST Hospitality explains hows he is bringing a unique perspective to the table,

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11:00

Market View: US Fed raised rate on emergency loan...

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2024/01/25

Singapore stocks slipped in the first few minutes of trade today, led by declines by real estate investment trusts and other index counters. That’s as investors await a slew of earnings in the coming weeks. In early trade, Straits Times Index headed down 0.2 per cent to 3,148.54 points, after 33.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Mapletree Logistics Trust. The trust manager announced a 1.2 per cent year-on-year rise in distribution per

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11:34

Euro Watch: India rolls out red carpet for Macron. ...

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2024/01/25

French President Emmanuel Macron arrives in India on Thursday as the chief guest at the Indian Republic Day celebrations. The French presidency says the trip will "consolidate and deepen diplomatic and economic relations". Will the French be eyeing any lucrative trade deals with India? Can Macron's visit give a push to India-EU trade deal talks? Cedomir Nestorovic, Professor of Geopolitics, ESSEC Business School, Asia-Pacific breaks it down with Elliott Danker and Timothy Go. See

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11:51

Why It Matters: Feast fearlessly, guide to healthy...

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2024/01/25

Most of us are eagerly anticipating the festivities of the Lunar New Year, we can't help but revel in the joyous celebrations that come with delectable treats like pineapple tarts, yusheng, bak kwas and festive drinks. However, amidst the festive indulgence, it is crucial to shed light on the potential impact of sugary, starchy, and highly acidic foods on our oral health. Dr James Ho, Founder of GPlus Dental Center and G Dental Center shares practical tips to minimise the risk of dental issues

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21:26

Under the Radar: Elon Musk, Astronauts and K-dramas –...

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2024/01/25

What is the one common factor between an astronaut on the international space station, billionaire Elon Musk, and South Korean actor Song Joong Ki? The answer might make you go ‘What, Seriously?’ Now, are you ready for the answer? Well, the answer is that all three of them eat Kopiko candies at some point in their lives. If you’re a K-drama lover, you might have noticed Kopiko candies appear out of nowhere – sometimes almost as frequently as Subway – in the middle of your favourite shows. And in

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13:49

Culture Club: 'Bring The Roof Down' as we bid...

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2024/01/24

Another longstanding mall is being poofed from existence. But despite its closure following a run of over 40 years, Peace Centre is not going down quietly. Instead, the establishment wants you to make plenty of noise at the PeaceOut Festival. Organised by the Bring The Roof Down initiative, the festival hopes to give Peace Centre a fitting curtain call as it rides off into the sunset. Chris Milliken, CEO & Founder, PengWine, Author & Entrepreneur tells us more about the event. See

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14:05

Why It Matters: Belgium takes over the EU presidency,...

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2024/01/24

From January to June 2024, Belgium will hold the Presidency of the Council of the European Union (EU), a position it has not held since 2010. With the motto "Protect, Strengthen, Prepare", Belgium will be tasked with presiding over all matters dealt with at the European level, from research to justice, industry to employment, and extending to finances and telecommunications. Colette Taquet, Ambassador of Belgium to Singapore tell us how Belgium is aiming to build a better Europe during their

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10:58

Market View: Netflix’s best quarter of customer...

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2024/01/24

Singapore stocks dipped at the opening bell today after global equities turned out a mixed showing overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) fell 0.2 per cent to 3,128.55 points as 36.9 million securities worth S$58.8 million changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Suntec Real Estate Investment Trust. The Reit’s manager reported that its distribution per unit (DPU) for the second half of 2023 fell by 10.2 per cent from a year earlier. Meanwhile

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8:00

Regional Roundup: Malaysian Anti-Corruption...

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2024/01/24

In focus in this week's Regional Roundup is Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) latest probes on former finance minister Daim Zainuddin and his family and former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad’s son Mirzan Mahat. Adib Zalkapli, Director, BowerGroupAsia shares his analysis on these headlines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:49

Under the Radar: Behind your Jif dishwashing liquid...

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2024/01/24

You might have heard of Jotun paint or the Jif dishwashing liquid (they are known as Cif in Singapore and carried by Unilever, but that is a story for another day), but did you know who is the player behind these brands? What about a Norwegian conglomerate called Orkla ASA? Founded in 1654, Orkla is a leading industrial investment company focusing on brands and consumer oriented companies. Just to give you a sense of the business’ scale of operations, Orkla ASA generated operating revenues of some

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12:33

Market View: US$38 trillion gap between US and China...

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2024/01/23

Singapore shares climbed at market open today after global equities ended higher overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.2 per cent to 3,154.90 points after 63 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch for today, Frasers Centrepoint Trust (J69U): The committed occupancy of the trust’s retail portfolio was 99.9 per cent for the first quarter ended Dec 31, 2023. Elsewhere, from Singapore’s inflation numbers for 2023 to the Bank of

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10:16

Why It Matters: Impact of new cryptocurrency...

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2024/01/23

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has unveiled its comprehensive responses to the feedback on its proposed regulations for Digital Payment Token (DPT) service providers in Singapore. And these regulations primarily focus on business conduct and consumer access. So how will these new stricter regulations impact DPT and cryptocurrency service providers? Penny Chai, Vice President of Business Development, APAC, Sumsub shares more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:29

Under the Radar: Valency International’s CEO on...

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2024/01/23

We’re setting our sights on the commodity sector today as we speak to a Singapore-headquartered international commodity trading house. Founded in 2007 as a company facilitating trade flows from Africa to Asia, Valency International has since established a sizable global presence with offices and operations in 22 countries and a workforce of over 2,600 people. The firm’s global footprint now extends to 21 product categories including agricultural commodities and FMCG products the likes of cashews,

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