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The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo

Stay in the know with programs such as Viewpoint and Industry Insights in property, cryptocurrency, aviation, and shipping. We delve into the latest news, current events, and market updates to provide you with valuable insights into making informed financial decisions.

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8:25

Market View: Tesla's Q3 profit and the "Elon Musk...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/24

Tesla’s latest earnings report topped analysts’ estimates even as revenue came in just shy of expectations, sending the stock popping 12% in extended trading to about $240. This breaks the stock's losing streak since the Robotaxi announcement earlier this month. Overall, it is a busy month for Tesla, not just in terms of announcements, but also for the man himself, Elon Musk, who has been making many appearances and headlines. How will the stock be impacted by the latest earnings result and by Elon

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14:33

Viewpoint: Should your will be kept secret?

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/24

In Singapore, estate planning is not just for the wealthy; it’s a practical step for anyone wanting to manage their assets responsibly. Whether or not you share the wishes outlined in your estate plan is your choice. In some situations, it may be in your best interest to let certain people in on the secret. Jonathan Wong, lawyer and Director from Singapore practice Bayfront Law shares his expertise in the basics of estate planning, and how you can confidently manage your assets, and hopefully avoid

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13:45

Industry Insight: Investing in shophouses? Hear from...

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2024/10/23

In land-scarce Singapore where public housing can cost up to a million dollars, the appeal of shophouses seems to be growing. Interest in Housing and Development Board (HDB) shophouses is on the rise, with buyers drawn to their relatively high yields, high-traffic locations and limited supply in the market for assets in public housing estates. To find out more about this trend and things to look out for when investing in a shophouse, Loyalle Chin, founder of PropNex ShophouseHuat, and an expert who

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14:28

Industry Insight: Understanding cyber threat...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/22

With ransomware attacks, hacks and data breaches becoming increasingly common, how can businesses navigate through the intricacies of cybersecurity, equip themselves with the knowledge and insights they need to safeguard their digital assets and stay ahead of cyber threats? On Industry Insight, we take a look at the threat Intelligence space, and delve into the critical steps, emerging trends and effective strategies that define the ever-evolving landscape of digital defence. Earlier this year,

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13:12

Market View: Will Singapore markets see a 'Santa...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/22

The Straits Times Index finally went on a rally above the 3600 level, notching up a weekly gain of almost 1.9%, in the aftermath of the stimulus measures from China, The “assault” on the 17-year high of 3,906 continues, and if that 3,906 number is taken out, it would be the highest level that the STI has been in 17 years. Dan Chang, Investment Specialist and Trading Representative at PhillipCapital, shares with us more about the velocity of this rally, discusses if breaking the 17-year high is

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10:38

Industry Insight: Future of work and the impact on...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/21

According to Future of Work survey by global real estate services company, JLL, 7 in 10 expect their commercial real estate (CRE) budgets to increase between now and 2030. This comes as many organisations look to increase headcount in the coming years and make additional investments in real estate. Many will retain a strong focus on workplace efficiency to maintain a smarter real estate portfolio. So, how will commercial real estate prepare for the future of work? How will business leaders put

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14:49

Viewpoint: How will the new BTO classification...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/21

For the first time, home buyers can look forward to seven Plus projects and one Prime project in the Build-to-Order (BTO) sales exercise under a new classification framework. In total, HDB will offer 8,500 flats across 15 projects in nine HDB towns in the upcoming BTO sales exercise. This will be the largest number of projects launched in a BTO exercise to date. The number of new flats launched will also account for more than 40 per cent of the new HDB flat supply for 2024. What are the key changes

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12:43

Industry Insight: How best can creators in SE Asia...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/18

In Southeast Asia's SGD$19 billion creator economy, most content creators face common challenges - monetising their content and receiving timely payments. Due in part to the nature of creator economies which are diverse and distributed, the payment process is challenging. Not surprisingly, the content creation community in this region is still largely unsupported by any payments platform. Singapore-based content membership platform Gank is filling the gap in this space to help meet the monetisation

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10:40

Market View: Movements shaping commodities and...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/18

Hong Kong and Shanghai soared Friday (Oct 18) to lead gains across most Asian markets after Chinese growth beat forecasts and officials flagged fresh measures to boost the world's number two economy. Markets this week are riding on a wave of optimism following announcements from various other central banks and stimulus measures. How have these developments impacted the commodities markets? Yeap Junrong, Market Strategist at IG, shares more on gold, silver and oil commodities, and an update on

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7:20

Market View: Will HK's latest measures be enough to...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/17

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee pledged on Oct 16 to reform and revive the economy and financial markets including slashing liquor duties, while seeking to improve dire living conditions for the city's poorest. Are the measures in his third annual policy address sufficient to solve Hong Kong's pressing challenges? Hong Kong-based economist Gary Ng, from corporate and investment banking firm Natixis shares his perspective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:12

Fostering collaboration for cyber resilience

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/17

Since 2016, GovWare has been a cornerstone event of the annual Singapore International Cyber Week. This year, the resilience of critical information infrastructure was one of the key focus areas at the conference, held between October 15-17. As organisations in the public and private sectors operate under increasing threats of ransomware attacks, geopolitical threats, and breach attempts of citizens' personally identifiable information, the Asia Pacific region has witnessed a rise in the

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11:08

Industry Insight: Transformative value of GenAI in...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/17

As experience with AI grows, so does interest in its use. The number of industry-specific AI use cases in the financial sector is steadily increasing, and the range of applications is expanding. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) or GenAi is poised to play a vital role in the financial industry. However, due to regulatory constraints, the financial sector faces tighter limitations on its AI applications compared to other industries. On Industry Insight, we take a look at just how much Gen AI

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14:18

Viewpoint: How to increase the odds for IVF success?...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/16

Age is just a number, and when it comes to starting a family, that saying rings truer now more than ever. Technology strides and the wider availability of fertility treatment services have opened up the possibility of parenthood later in life. Data show that there is an upward trend in the number of women in Singapore aged 45 and above who give birth each year, with demand for assisted reproduction services rising. Fertility specialist and medical director at Sincere Healthcare Group, Dr Lim Min Yu,

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12:37

Industry Insight: Ransomware trends, and what to do...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/16

Recent surveys show that in Asia, one in three organisations paid the ransom in a cyberattack, but was unsuccessful in recovering their data Specific to Singapore, almost 50% of organisations were reportedly hit by cyberattacks between 1 and 3 times in 2023 and could not recover even after paying ransom, further perpetuating the lucrative ransomware cycle. So what should be done in the event of a ransomware attack? How can businesses avoid being held ransom by ransomware? Chua Chee Pin, Vice

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13:03

ECO MONEY: Highlights from half a decade of Eco Money

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/16

Over the past five years, the Eco Money segment has reported on record breaking temperatures, green bonds, blue bonds, brown bonds, and even rhino bonds - and shared the latest news and views when it comes to sustainability investment. In the last episode of Eco Money, Rachel Kelly reflects on key topics covered and highlights from the segment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:10

Industry Insight: Digitalisation, automation key to...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/15

The Asia Pacific air transport maintenance, repair and overhaul or MRO services market size is accounted for US$29.40 billion in 2024 and is projected to be worth around US$48.81 billion by 2034. What are the trends shaping the MRO sector? What are the innovations in this aviation space? French multinational company Thales is a global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul solutions. In Singapore, its avionics business started in the early 1980s and has since supported the aerospace

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6:12

Market View: Trading Nvidia at record highs? Here's...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/15

Nvidia's shares hit a record high of $138.07 on October 14, 2024, driven by strong AI chip demand and positive analyst reports. In addition, Nvidia's top customers, such as Microsoft, Meta, Google and Amazon, have been unveiling technologies and products that require hefty investment in the chip maker's products. With demand for Nvidia’s Hopper and Blackwell platforms remaining strong, many analysts have maintained their "buy" ratings, raising price targets on Nvidia with expectations for more

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13:34

Industry Insight: Rise of AI agents will see...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/14

Imagine a future where AI manages your finances, books your vacations, and even drives you to work. The possibilities are endless. By 2028, this industry is expected to explode, reaching a staggering USD29 billion in 2028, as compared to USD 5 million in 2023. AI agents represent the next phase of artificial intelligence. In the next two years, countless AI agents will be inside businesses, taking on tasks far beyond simple conversations. Integration and automation specialist Boomi recently

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7:17

Market View: Beijing reassures investors but gives no...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/14

Over the weekend, the Chinese central government said that there is room to increase debt and the deficit, and that more stimulus is on the way. The comments come against a backdrop of a series of measures unveiled in recent weeks that have included interest rate cuts and liquidity injections for banks, all aimed at kick-starting China's dragging economy. Gary Ng, Senior Economist at Natixis, shares more about the highly anticipated briefing on fiscal policy that was light on specifics. See

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14:17

Weekly Wrap: Beyond offering mental health resources,...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/11

World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10 every year. This year’s official theme, “It is Time to Prioritise Mental Health in the Workplace,” highlights the importance of fostering supportive work environments. There have been efforts to promote positive mental health at the workplace such as offering access to counselling, mental health days, and employee wellness schemes to support overall wellbeing. While such initiatives are a step in the right direction, a new survey brought to light

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