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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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25:09

The Hot Seat: Should younger workers focus on salary...

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2025/08/01

When you're just starting out in your career, there’s one question almost all of us grapple with: Should you go for the job that pays well or the one that promises growth, passion and potential? With rising costs of living, unstable job markets, and an ever-changing career landscape, that first job can feel like a make or break decision. On The Hot Seat, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Spark Chen, HR Executive and Marcus Goh, Senior Financial Consultant to find out which path should younger workers

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12:05

Sports Minutes: More foreign players; Setback for...

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2025/08/01

Change is never easy, especially when controversial. The SPL’s new rule allowing seven foreign players per match has sparked uproar, with many fearing it threatens local players’ chances. Yet, this influx could also boost the league’s standards and competitiveness. So, which matters more? Local legend Abbas Saad and former Welsh international Rob Earnshaw join Sports Minutes to share their views. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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15:46

Right Business: He sold one startup. Now he’s...

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2025/07/31

What if failure was the best thing that ever happened to your startup?Fathurrahman Faizal co-founded SolanaFM as a student at SMU. It wasn’t a smooth ride but it led to a major acquisition by Jupiter Exchange in 2024.Now, he’s back with Ranger Labs, a decentralized trading platform aiming to give DeFi users the speed of a centralized exchange without compromising control. Backed by a $1.9 million round led by RockawayX, Ranger Labs is solving some of DeFi’s biggest pain points

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8:52

Wealth Tracker: What makes Europe’s defense sector a...

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2025/07/31

Europe’s defense sector is at a critical crossroads. As geopolitical tensions rise, countries across the continent are dramatically ramping up their defense budgets, sparking a wave of innovation in defense and intelligence technologies. This surge is opening fresh doors for investors, especially in alternative assets. Leading the charge, Lundgreen’s High-Tech Defence Fund offers direct access to some of the most promising high-growth defense tech companies. But where exactly do the

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9:03

The Big Story: A look at the Toa Payoh flat fire -...

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2025/07/31

On July 29, 2025, a fire broke out in a 10th-floor unit at Block 229 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh, spreading quickly to the unit above and sending shockwaves through the quiet residential neighborhood.Seven people, including a child and a firefighter, were hospitalized.Dozens more were evacuated as smoke engulfed the building. For one family, the fire consumed nearly everything they owned — and for others, the long path to recovery is only just beginning. So what happened? And what kind of insurance

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15:50

Market View: Federal Reserve keeps rates steady; Wall...

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2025/07/31

Singapore shares moved lower today to track regional movements. The Straits Times Index was down 0.64% at 4,192.32 points at 11.41am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$782.65M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Keppel, after the asset manager saw net profit rise 24.2 per cent to S$377.7 million for the first half ended Jun 30, driven by growth in its real estate segment. Elsewhere, from how Wall Street's AI heavyweights added a combined half a trillion

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13:31

Wealth Tracker: What Sim Lian’s top bid of S$1,432...

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2025/07/30

A government land site in the new Holland Plain precinct has sparked attention - not for how many bids it received, but for how far the top offer went. Sim Lian Land and Sim Lian Development submitted the highest bid at nearly S$368 million, or about S$1,432 psf ppr, a striking 22% above the next closest offer. Property consultants are calling it a bold, bullish move in a market still finding its footing. What drove Sim Lian to bid so aggressively? Does this reflect growing confidence among

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10:10

The Big Story: Could Russia’s quake trigger the...

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2025/07/30

In the aftermath of the powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, tsunami warnings remain in effect across vast stretches of the Pacific. While some regions have already experienced smaller surges, the threat is far from over, with authorities closely monitoring the situation as new waves could arrive hours after the initial tremor. On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Adam Switzer, Professor of Coastal Science at the Asian School of the Environment, Principal

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15:23

Right Business: What if your plants could reward you...

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2025/07/30

Floramis is a sustainability-driven software ecosystem that transforms real-world plants into interactive digital experiences. For individuals, Floramis lets users turn their houseplants into virtual companions by combining movement, mindfulness, and gamification to promote well-being and connection through a mobile game. For businesses, Floramis offers a novel way to use plants as engagement tools, embedding them as NPCs (non-playable characters) in the Florascape to deliver gamified customer

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14:39

Market View: Trump says India may get 20% to 25%...

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2025/07/30

Singapore shares fell today as investors continue to monitor developments on the global trade front. The Straits Times Index was down 0.36% at 4,214.12 points at 1.12pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$805.70M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Hotel Properties Limited, after the property group said yesterday that it is still in discussions with parties over the redevelopment of Forum The Shopping Mall and voco Orchard Singapore. Elsewhere, from US President

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14:18

Wealth Tracker: Gold’s New Era - Can the rally...

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2025/07/29

Gold has surged to new heights this year, breaking through the $3,000 mark and capturing global attention. Backed by strong central bank demand, growing ETF inflows, and a softer dollar, gold is reclaiming its status as a key strategic asset. But with economic tides turning and markets in flux, the pressing question is: will gold’s shine last into 2026 or is a correction on the horizon? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Robin Tsui, APAC Gold Strategist at State Street Investment

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15:14

The Big Story: Will the Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire...

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2025/07/29

After days of heavy fighting along the Thai-Cambodia border, a truce brokered in Malaysia — with backing from ASEAN, the US and China — was meant to stop the violence. But fresh accusations are already testing its limits. Meanwhile, Donald Trump says his tariff threats made peace possible.So what really ended the fighting and will it last? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Hasan Jafri, Managing Director of HJ Advisory, to unpack the fragile diplomacy, trade pressure, and

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12:24

The Big Story: Teen births are on the rise in...

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2025/07/29

Teenage pregnancy in Singapore is on the rise for the first time in nearly two decades. According to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority, 244 babies were born to teens aged 19 and below in 2024, a 7% increase from the year before. This marks a notable reversal after nearly two decades of decline, where teen birth rates had steadily dropped from a high of over 850 in 2005. What’s driving the rise of teenage pregnancy in Singapore?And what more could be done to support teen mothers? On The

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13:33

Market View: Asian markets down as optimism over...

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2025/07/29

Singapore shares fell today to track losses in the region. The Straits Times Index was down 0.59% at 4,216.18 points at 2.44pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$1.11B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Singapore Airlines, after the company reported a 58.8 per cent drop in Q1 FY2026 net profit to S$186 million yesterday, even as revenue rose 1.5 per cent to S$4.8 billion. Elsewhere, from how China’s government spending hit its highest level in nearly two

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18:30

Sports Minutes: Eye-catching names on the Singapore...

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2025/07/29

With the likes of Fabio Cannavaro, Harry Kewell, Nick Montgomery and Mano Polking on the list, Singapore’s search for Tsutomo Ogura's replacement signals ambition. But will reputation trump relevance? Deepanraj Ganesan, who exclusively broke the shortlist for The Straits Times, sits down with Sports Minutes to share his thoughts.READ MORE:https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/world-cup-winner-fabio-cannavaro-among-list-of-top-names-for-singapore-football-coach Got a story to tell? Get in

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12:56

Wealth Tracker: Going all in? Here’s why that could...

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2025/07/28

It’s not just markets that are volatile - it’s our minds. Behind every investing decision is a tug-of-war between logic and emotion. Why do smart people make risky, all-or-nothing bets? And what if the key to long-term success isn’t bold moves, but small, deliberate ones? Should this “all-or-nothing” approach to investing stop? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Steve Brice, Global CIO, Standard Chartered, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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19:50

The Big Story: Tanjong Katong Road sinkhole - What...

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2025/07/28

A section of Tanjong Katong Road South collapsed, forming a sinkhole that swallowed part of the road and a car near an active sewer construction site. The driver was rescued with minor injuries — but the incident has sparked serious public concern. What causes a sinkhole to occur? What are the civil legal ramifications arising from this incident? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with David Ng, Chairman of the Civil & Structural Engineering Technical Committee at the Institution of

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13:44

Right Business: From manpower to smart management, YY...

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2025/07/28

YY Group, a Nasdaq-listed company headquartered in Singapore is redefining how people, technology, and essential services connect across borders. Once a local manpower provider, YY Group has evolved into a global powerhouse operating across 12 countries.With innovations like the YY Circle Super App and YY Smart iClean IoT platform, they’re transforming how businesses — from hotels and retail to residential sectors — manage people, property, and performance. It’s not just

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17:56

Market View: US-EU hammers out “biggest-ever” deal to...

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2025/07/28

Singapore shares moved lower today as investors looked ahead to a week of corporate earnings. The Straits Times Index was down 0.25% at 4,250.35 points at 2.46pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$898.75M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Singapore Airlines, after its chairman Peter Seah was redesignated as a non-independent director at the company’s annual general meeting on Friday. Elsewhere, from a trade deal reached between the European Union and

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14:19

Sports Minutes: Empty seats at the Festival of...

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2025/07/28

Football's household names may have graced the pitch - Arsenal, AC Milan, Newcastle. But thousands of seats remained untouched. What should’ve been a celebration of the beautiful game has instead become a flashpoint, with fans voicing frustration over ticket costs and accessibility. So were the fans truly priced out?Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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