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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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13:39

Wealth Tracker: Oil volatile amid Iran-Iraq tensions...

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2025/06/16

Prices surged, then quickly gave up gains as escalating tensions between Iran and Israel rattled a region responsible for a third of the world’s crude. But behind the short-term volatility lies a deeper shift in the global energy landscape—one that could redefine the future of oil demand.While Brent and WTI recently notched their strongest weeks of the year earlier this month, some analysts warn that the momentum may be fleeting, with prices potentially dipping into the $40s. At the same

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19:21

The Big Story: Is the Israel-Iran conflict the...

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2025/06/16

Tensions have ramped up between Israel and Iran, marked by direct, deadly missile strikes. Cities are burning, casualties are mounting, and the world is watching with growing alarm. As leaders of the G7 huddle in the Canadian Rockies, the threat of a broader regional war looms large. Has the red line been crossed? Can diplomacy still pull this back from the brink? And what’s really at stake if this spiral continues unchecked? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Eyal Mayroz, Senior

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16:43

Right Business: Shaping the future of impact...

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2025/06/16

Asia Pacific is quickly becoming a hotspot for scalable, purpose-driven innovation. At the forefront is Venturebeam — the largest global impact investor platform connecting game-changing startups with international capital. With tools like its free Venture Impact Score and strong regional partnerships, Venturebeam is setting new standards for transparency, accountability, and measurable results in venture funding. How is the platform is redefining impact investing and why the region is poised

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34:59

Under the Radar: 99 Group’s CEO Darius Cheung on the...

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2025/06/16

The property market is in focus today as we speak to a leading real estate technology company that operates real estate portals across South East Asia. Launched in 2014 as 99.co, our guest 99 Group was conceived during the 2008 US mortgage subprime crisis, an event which the firm believed was “born out of desire and misinformation”. The founding team at 99 Group hence made it a point to make the company into a simple and trusted platform to un-complicated the property journey. This can

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23:22

The Hot Seat: Challenges of being a modern dad in 2025

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2025/06/13

Father’s Day is a day to honour the dads, father figures, and caregivers who show up in big and small ways but in recent years, being a father means a lot more than providing for the family or handing out discipline. Today’s dads are expected to be emotionally present, hands-on with parenting, and active partners at home – all while juggling work, societal expectations, and personal growth. On this special edition of The Hot Seat, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Jeremy Chua, Educator,

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15:04

Wealth Tracker: What if our dad was the CIO? What...

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2025/06/13

On this Father's Day Special on Wealth Tracker, Hongbin is joined by a dad who's guiding his two sons on their investment journey—Steve Brice, Global Chief Investment Officer at Standard Chartered. But this isn’t just another CIO outlook. This is a dad, who guided his sons through their investment journey as highlighted in his piece ‘Diary of a CIO’s Son’—straight from the heart. So what investment advice has he given to his sons and what can we learn from it?See

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15:15

Market View: Global markets dive, oil prices surge on...

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2025/06/13

Singapore shares fell today tracking the downbeat mood seen in global markets. The Straits Times Index was down 0.42% at 3,905.65 points at 2.32pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$805.82M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Singapore Airlines. Shares of Singapore Airlines dived this morning after an Air India plane bound for London crashed yesterday. SIA holds a 25.1 per cent stake in the Indian flag carrier. Elsewhere, from movements in global equities

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12:43

Right Business: How tailored events can bring your...

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2025/06/13

Get Out! Events is a full-service events agency based in Singapore, built to reimagine the way companies connect with their people. Specializing in corporate experiences, GO designs and delivers everything from Dinner & Dance celebrations and Family Days to high-impact team building, FMCG activations, and even maritime-themed events like ship launches and guided tours. With a focus on meaningful engagement and seamless execution, the team at GO blends creativity with logistics to craft moments

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14:35

The Big Story: New changes to the Road Traffic Act...

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2025/06/12

The Government has introduced amendments to the Road Traffic Act, removing mandatory minimum sentences for certain dangerous driving offences. The changes, which take effect from June 12, aim to give courts greater discretion, particularly in cases involving first-time offenders, while maintaining firm penalties for repeat offenders. This move comes amid rising road traffic fatalities and forms part of a broader effort to promote responsible driving through stronger enforcement and ongoing legal

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14:39

Market View: Trump threatens to impose unilateral...

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2025/06/12

Singapore shares nudged higher today amid fluctuations in Asia. The Straits Times Index was up 0.09% at 3,922.67 points at 11.50am with a value turnover of S$521.47M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment, after the manager of CapitaLand China Trust today proposed the establishment and listing of a publicly traded infrastructure securities investment fund, CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit, on the Shanghai Stock Exchange. Elsewhere, from US President

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Wealth Tracker: What makes the APAC region a fertile...

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2025/06/12

The world of cross-border payments is evolving faster than ever—especially across APAC. Fueled by booming digital trade, instant transaction demands, and the hunt for smarter infrastructure, the game is changing. With innovation skyrocketing and key markets like Singapore and Australia leading the charge, a new question emerges: Where is the smart money flowing in this fast-shifting payments ecosystem?On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Mishal Ruparel, CCO at Banking Circle, to find out

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12:42

Right Business: The platform that is making supply...

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2025/06/12

Portcast is a supply chain intelligence platform that helps logistics companies become more predictive, efficient, and resilient. By combining real-time container tracking, AI-powered predictive visibility, and dynamic demand forecasting, Portcast enables businesses to anticipate disruptions, optimize operations, and improve profitability. Its proprietary machine learning engine integrates over 70 data sources including carriers, ports, satellites, and weather to deliver accurate ETAs, delay

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16:48

The Big Story: Jetstar Asia closure - Turbulence...

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2025/06/11

Jetstar Asia will cease operations from July 31 as part of its “strategic restructure” Now this development raises broader questions about the long-term sustainability of cross-border low-cost airline models and the challenges legacy airline groups face when expanding into foreign markets. Does Jetstar Asia’s exit mark a broader retreat from international diversification strategies? Is this a one-off restructuring decision—or a sign of deeper structural limitations in the

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Market View: US, China set up framework towards trade...

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2025/06/11

Singapore shares fell today even as traders mull cooling trade tensions between the US and China. The Straits Times Index was down 0.53% at 3,913.01 points at 2.45pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$726.63M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Koh Brothers Eco Engineering, after a joint venture between Japanese firm Penta-Ocean Construction and a subsidiary of Koh Brothers Eco Engineering bagged a S$999 million contract for the construction of intra-terminal

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15:12

Wealth Tracker: 1 SGD = 1 USD? Will we see this soon?

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2025/06/11

In a year of global currency shifts, the Singapore dollar has emerged as a quiet powerhouse, climbing 6 to 7 percent against the US dollar in 2025 and marking its strongest performance in two decades.As markets take note, whispers of an unprecedented milestone grow louder: could the Singdollar be on track to hit parity with the once-dominant greenback?Behind the rally lie critical questions. Is this a temporary blip driven by US dollar weakness, or a sign of Singapore's economic clout coming into

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10:29

Right Business: The female disruptor making AI work...

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2025/06/11

What began as a temporary move to Singapore during the pandemic quickly morphed into something far bolder:Alex co-founded EON Protocol, a decentralized infrastructure company building the connective tissue between data and intelligent agents. Her mission? To equip SMEs across Asia with access to privacy-first AI — no Big Tech middlemen, no data exploitation. But Alex’s path is far from your typical founder story.She didn’t rise through the ranks of product or engineering. Instead,

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14:31

Market View: Can OCBC convince investors on Great...

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2025/06/10

OCBC’s bid to take Great Eastern Holdings private takes a step forward as independent directors back the offer. Globally, Apple’s muted AI push at WWDC leaves markets wanting more, while Warner Bros Discovery faces mounting pressure after a fresh credit downgrade. Meanwhile, US-China trade talks resume in London, with rare earths and tech exports at the core of discussions, but will this round bring lasting progress? On Market View, Alexandra Parada speaks to Too Jun Cheong, Dealing

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10:41

The Big Story: US-China trade showdown - Where do the...

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2025/06/10

Trade negotiations between the US and China have entered a second day in London, with a focus on export controls impacting global supply chains and economic growth. The talks, taking place at Lancaster House, follow a preliminary agreement reached in Geneva last month. Tensions have resurfaced after the US accused China of blocking exports critical to sectors like semiconductors, aerospace, and defense.In May, China’s exports to the US dropped by 34.5%, the steepest decline since early

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16:26

Wealth Tracker: How Web3 and AI are opening new doors...

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2025/06/10

Venture capital is on the brink of a revolution. For decades, funding startups meant navigating exclusive networks and daunting barriers — but now, cutting-edge technologies like Web3 and AI are rewriting the rules. These tools promise a future where anyone, anywhere, can invest smarter and earlier. Yet beneath the promise lies a pressing dilemma: Are we truly breaking down old walls, or just building new ones? As algorithms and decentralization reshape the landscape, the stakes are high

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12:01

Right Business: The new way to buy & sell motorbikes

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2025/06/10

iMotorbike is Southeast Asia’s leading end-to-end e-commerce platform for buying, selling, and trading pre-owned motorcycles. Headquartered in Singapore with a growing presence in Malaysia and Vietnam, the platform is built to solve key pain points in the used motorcycle market from the lack of transparency and fragmented listings to time-consuming paperwork and unreliable transactions. Offering a fully digital and hassle-free experience, iMotorbike provides 170-point inspections, warranties,

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