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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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13:17

Industry Insight: Why cooling measures are good for...

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2024/10/03

Singapore’s reputation as a hub for luxury living and investment has been growing steadily. A stable political environment and a robust economy are just some of the factors that have attracted affluent buyers and investors from around the globe.To that end, Christie's International Real Estate, a global leader in luxury real estate, has recently launched operations in Singapore, marking a significant milestone in its Southeast Asia expansion strategy. At the helm of this new venture is Himmat Singh,

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6:02

Viewpoint: Former Singapore minister S Iswaran...

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2024/10/03

Former Transport Minister S. Iswaran has been sentenced to 12 months’ jail, in a high-profile trial that has gripped Singapore. This was more than what the prosecution had asked for. He had pleaded guilty to accepting gifts worth more than S$403,000 while in public office, as well as obstructing the course of justice. Linette Lai, Assistant News Editor from The Straits Times tells us more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:36

ECO MONEY: Lack of employee sustainability training...

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2024/10/02

Sustainability may be a top business priority, BUT would it surprise you to know that only 6% of business leaders report that their organisation has completed at least one round of sustainability implementation according to NTUC Learning Hub’s Sustainability for Business Resilience Report 2024. Holding back efforts seems to be a gap between management and employee expectations when it comes to sustainability training and implementation. Rachel Kelly speaks to Mr Low Choon Chye Head,

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17:04

Industry Insight: Singapore’s deep tech start-up...

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2024/10/02

Singapore has positioned itself as a hub for deep tech ventures, leveraging its knowledge-intensive economy and world-class research institutions. Skilled deep tech entrepreneurs receive increased support through grants, subsidies and investments. On Industry Insight, Associate Professor Benjamin Tee, Vice President (Ecosystem Building) at the National University of Singapore, who has founded and sold a medtech startup, sheds more light on Singapore’s deep tech innovation and investment landscape

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10:25

Viewpoint: Tim Walz and JD Vance's 2024 VP debate....

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2024/10/02

Vice-president candidates JD Vance from the Republican Party and Tim Walz from the Democratic Party engaged in a vice-presidential debate today in what could be the last face-to-face showdown for both camps, before the November 5 US election. How did both VP Candidates perform? What's the outlook for the final 5 weeks before the election? Do Vice-President debates even matter? Samuel Garrett, Research Associate at the United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney weighs in on the Veep

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14:04

Industry Insight: Putting applications closer to...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/10/01

The technology industry is at an exciting juncture. Cloud services provider Akamai launched an initiative earlier this year, to help companies deliver better experiences by moving their workloads closer to end-users. Akamai aims to increase its cloud-computing network with an additional 10 regions worldwide in the first quarter of this year and then another 75 throughout the rest of the year. Jay Jenkins, CTO, Akamai, shares insights into edge computing and the company's current efforts to

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9:30

Market View: Singapore dollar against major...

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2024/10/01

The Singapore dollar is trading at its strongest level in almost a decade against the U.S. dollar amid lower U.S. interest rates coupled with investors' confidence in its resilient economy. The recent rate cut by the Federal Reserve and announcements by the People’s Bank of China have caused movements among many major currencies. How is the Singapore dollar faring against the US dollar, the sterling pound, the yuan, the Australian dollar and the Malaysian ringgit? Yeap Junrong, Market Strategist at

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15:10

Industry Insight: Transforming legal services with AI

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/09/30

The Singapore Academy of Law (SAL) and the Infocomm Media Development Authority, recently launched LawNet AI, an AI service designed to help lawyers in Singapore do research more efficiently. Similarly, AI tools are transforming conflict resolution, helping mediators by providing data-driven recommendations and possible solutions based on historical data and prediction models. However, while AI is set to revolutionise law, how are issues of confidentiality and data privacy being addressed? Is the

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9:35

Market View: China stocks soar in record turnover but...

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2024/09/30

Chinese stocks rallied for a ninth straight day in one of most remarkable turnarounds in history after the central bank unveiled its biggest stimulus since the Covid 19 pandemic. On Monday (Sep 30), China's CSI300 Index surged more than 8%, extending last week's 16% jump. Shanghai stocks shot up more than 7% while Shenzhen shares soared more than 10%, with combined turnover of 2.6 trillion yuan exceeding the bull run a decade ago. While investors are celebrating, economists say the jury is still out

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8:11

Market View: China optimism is surging. How is it...

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2024/09/27

Chinese tech stocks are hitting highs not seen in more than a year after China’s central bank announced measures to stimulate the world’s second-largest economy. The central bank on Friday lowered interest rates and injected liquidity into the banking system as Beijing assembled a last-ditch stimulus assault to pull economic growth back towards this year's roughly 5 per cent target. More fiscal measures are expected to be announced before China's week-long holidays starting on Oct. 1. The CSI 300

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17:41

Weekly Wrap: Why were ex-minister Iswaran's charges...

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2024/09/27

This week, an unexpected turn of events at the start of a much-anticipated criminal trial of Singapore's former transport minister S Iswaran. The landmark trial marks the first time in 50 years that a political office holder was put in the dock. The 62 year-old pleaded guilty after prosecutors amended corruption charges against him to reduced counts of obtaining gifts and valuable items worth more than $400,000 in total. On Weekly Wrap, Eugene Tan, Associate Professor of Law at the Singapore

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13:46

Industry Insight: Why sustainability rules in...

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2024/09/26

Whenever there are major changes, be it to a business or one's life, having storage space can be an essential solution. The self-storage sector has been seeing a remarkable ascent in recent years with more players entering the market. As the demand for self-storage in Singapore grows more robust, bolstered by e-commerce growth, evolving work dynamics, and a growing emphasis on environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations, what are the current trends in the self-storage landscape? Jes

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14:01

Viewpoint: Record-high COE premiums will rise...

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2024/09/26

Certificate of entitlement (COE) premiums climbed across most categories at the latest round, with the Open category recording the biggest rise to hit $113,104, the highest levels since December 2023. At $98,524, the price of a Category A COE for smaller and less powerful cars and electric vehicles, hit a record high in 2024, and the sentiment on the street is that the upward trend will continue. Lee Nian Tjoe, The Straits Times' Senior Transport Correspondent shares his views.See

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12:31

Industry Insight: Graduate business programmes -...

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2024/09/25

Should you pursue a graduate business degree? This question is bound to come up at some point, especially if you are a business leader or a professional wanting to accelerate your career. Recently, INSEAD's Master in Management (MiM) programme made an impressive debut, ranking #3 globally in the 2024 Financial Times rankings. While such rankings can be a strategic tool to boost an institution’s brand and reputation, what should you look out for? Is the MiM suitable for you? What's the difference

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9:22

ECO MONEY: Which REITS are most susceptible to the...

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2024/09/24

According to a special report by consultancy, XDI - close to one in 10 assets belonging to Reits across Asia-Pacific will be at high risk from the effects of climate change and extreme weather by 2050. The 2024 Singapore Governance and Transparency Index has also indicated that S-Reits commonly identified climate change as a material issue. To get a clearer picture when it comes to the impact of climate change on Reits Rachel Kelly spoke with Lee Wei Hock, Deputy Assurance Leader, Ernst & Young

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13:45

Industry Insight: Buying travel insurance after...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/09/24

Travelling is such a big pastime for many of us here in Singapore. While we all love to travel, most of us do not give much thought to buying insurance. If you often find yourself caught up with pre-travel logistics (accommodation, airport and hotel transfers, data access etc) and forget to buy travel insurance, there is now a solution. Income Insurance has recently launched FlexiTravel Plus, which is Singapore’s first and only travel insurance that enables travellers to get travel protection, as

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13:42

Industry Insight: Role of fuel additives in...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/09/23

The energy sector is changing rapidly and undergoing a disruptive transformation. As alternative fuels such as hydrogen, methanol, ammonia, and biofuel become more important in reducing global emissions, what role do fuel additives play? How are industry players supporting decarbonisation efforts? Bruce Royan, EVP of Energy Applications at global fuel additives firm Infineum, shares some insights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:03

Market View: SGD/MYR - Should you take a long or...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/09/23

Malaysia's ringgit is set for a blockbuster quarter in what could be its best since January 1973. It rose more than 12 per cent against the US so far this quarter and if the trend continues, the currency could become the best-performing emerging market currency. It is also up about 6 per cent against the Singapore dollar. In the light of this development, Yeap Junrong, Market Strategist from online trading provider IG, shares his analysis and a trade idea.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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8:15

What's for Lunch: Why is wild Alaskan seafood so...

The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo ·

2024/09/23

Alaska is well-known for waters that are home to the largest and healthiest populations of seafood on the planet and also known for its emphasis to preserve a healthy and sustainable marine ecosystem. It is also highly prized for its purity, taste, and nutritional value. Chef Elvin Chew, F&B Consultant at Kiam Sng Di, a food consulting firm here in Singapore, tells us more about the attractive and expensive characteristics of Alaskan seafood. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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9:13

Weekly Wrap: New private home sales sink to 16-year...

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2024/09/20

Fresh URA data shows new private home sales plunging to a record 16-year low for the month of August with only 208 private homes sold. Developers held back on new launches during the seventh month of the Chinese lunar calendar, also known as the Hungry Ghost month, and the impact of elevated interest rates. Meanwhile, the leasing market remained muted for both HDB and private condominiums. As we head into the last quarter of 2024, will the real estate market improve? Donny Lee, ERA Senior Executive

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