Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian
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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...
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Budget 2026: From CPF boosts to expanded senior policies, are older Singaporeans getting the support they really need?
In Budget 2026, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong highlighted the Government’s push to support an ageing population, introducing measures aimed at helping...
Wealth Tracker: Where should you be investing in 2026 as global markets shift?
As global markets move deeper into 2026, investors are facing a far more complicated landscape than many expected. Growth is slowing across major econ...
What's Trending: Would you shake your rival's hand and an Amazon delivery in the UK led to nowhere...?
On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada break down the awkward AI summit moment where Sam Altman and Dario Amodei refused to hold hands...
Market View: From Blue Owl Capital selling assets to Trump’s threat on Iran – what to monitor ahead of Wall Street’s open today; China AI startups surge after holiday in rotation from big tech; Nvidia reportedly close to investing US$30 billion in OpenAI’s mega funding round; Indonesia secures 19% tariff deal with US, exemption for palm oil; SIA Engineering Company, Sri Trang Gloves to watch
Singapore shares inched higher today as most Asian markets traded lower.
The Straits Times Index was up 0.23% at 5,012.95 points at 2.53pm Singa...
Sports Minutes: Shah Shahiran on the Stags’ continental reprieve, coaching changes and more
Quarter-finals secured in the ACL Two, and now a blockbuster clash with league leaders Lion City Sailors awaits. Add in a recent coaching change and a...
Budget 2026: What are the biggest opportunities for mid-career workers from Budget 2026
Budget 2026 is putting mid-career workers front and centre, with a range of measures designed to support reskilling, career transitions, and staying c...
Wealth Tracker: What makes certain watches a "blue-chip" investment?
Luxury watches are rapidly evolving from passion collectibles into a recognised alternative asset class, with the pre-owned market valued at $24.38 bi...
What’s Trending: Will you use your ang bao money to buy gold and are humanoids about to do more CNY performances?
On this What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada explore China’s Lunar New Year gala, where humanoid robots stunned audiences with flips, s...
Market View: Fed minutes show officials in no hurry to cut rates; Asian stocks up, supported by tech giants after Nvidia signs multiyear deal to sell Meta millions of current, future AI chips; Samsung shares rise to record after report on higher chip price; OpenAI funding reportedly on track to top US$100 billion in latest round; YZJ Maritime, CSE Global, SIA to watch
Singapore shares saw gains today as most Asian markets traded higher.
The Straits Times Index was up 1.09% at 12.54pm Singapore time, with a val...
Budget 2026: Did this year's Budget hit the mark for young Singaporeans?
What does Budget 2026 really mean for Singaporean youths? For young adults stepping into the workforce? For couples thinking about starting a family?<...
Wealth Tracker: How is gold and silver reacting to US inflation and China demand?
Gold and silver have experienced significant volatility, with gold around $5,033 per ounce and silver slipping over 2% to $76.34 as investors react to...
What's Trending: Singapore wants you to stop gambling with blind boxes... and is Lunar New Year turning cyber?
On What's Trending today, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into how the Singaporean government is exploring regulating blind boxes to better manage g...
Market View: Laopu Gold, CMOC shares jump on addition to Hang Seng index; Alibaba leads tech slide after Pentagon briefly shows blacklist; Singapore’s key exports up 9.3% in January; Marco Polo Marine, Thai Beverage to watch
Singapore shares were little moved in a shortened session today as investors looked ahead to the Chinese New Year holiday.
The Straits Times In...
Sports Minutes: "Uncertainty" looms as BG Tampines Rovers await ACL Two reprieve hours after sacking head coach Noh Rahman
Breakups and rebounds took centre stage this Valentine’s weekend in domestic football, as BG Tampines Rovers parted ways with their head coach before...
Budget 2026: Can businesses and workers keep up with Singapore’s AI ambitions?
AI is now at the heart of Singapore’s economic strategy. From supercharging adoption to building talent pipelines and reshaping how businesses operat...
Wealth Tracker: The $99 Trillion Question - Why Asian families struggle to plan their wealth
Nearly US$99 trillion in private wealth is set to flow across Asia by 2029, but shockingly, almost half of first-generation wealth holders haven’t pla...
What's Trending: Is it still safe to cross the Causeway amid Malaysia’s TB outbreaks?
Planning a trip across the Causeway for Lunar New Year or Ramadan? You may want to pause and take stock.
Malaysia has reported 10 new tuberculos...
Market View: STI drops below 5,000 points after Budget 2026; Potential SGX-listed winners and losers from Budget 2026; Anthropic clinches US$380 billion valuation after US$30 billion funding round; Expectations on how Wall Street will open with US inflation data in focus, and with Trump reportedly planning to scale back some tariffs on steel, aluminium goods; iFast, Lum Chang to watch
The Singapore market pulled back today following Budget 2026 announcements, even as the government unveiled measures to boost existing equities, start...
Sports Minutes: Emmeric Ong on retirement, referees and the recurring issues that are hindering Singapore football
Retirement brings reflection, and perspective. After 15 years in Singapore football, Emmeric Ong sits down with Sports Minutes to reflect on stepping...
Budget 2026: What were some of the hits and misses of this year's Budget?
On Money Matters' Budget 2026 Conversation, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian speak to Harvey Koenig, Partner, Co-Head of BEPS COE, KPMG, Eugene Tan, A...
Budget 2026: How is Singapore looking to harness the power of AI as a strategic advantage?
Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to overcome structural constraints and turning AI adoption into a strategic advantage for the country....
Budget 2026: What are the measures in place to help businesses navigate a changing global environment?
A major theme of Budget 2026 was to support businesses negotiating a changing global operating environment, where economic flows are becoming more sel...
Budget 2026: Are the new measures enough to help cushion the impacts of AI, including layoffs, for workers?
Budget 2026 is putting a spotlight on helping workers navigate the shifts brought forward by AI and automation, with support for reskilling, career tr...
Budget 2026: CDC vouchers reduced to $500 - Is this still a generous amount for Singaporeans?
About 1.4 million Singaporean households will each get $500 in CDC vouchers. There will also be additional U-Save rebates to help households with thei...
Budget 2026: Did this year's budget take a more cautious tone? And how disciplined is this year’s budget?
The theme of Budget 2026 is "Securing our future together in a changed world," with key themes including, advancing our refreshed economic strategy, h...
What’s Trending: Manchester United fan goes 493 days without a haircut and people in China are treating dolls like real babies
On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada dive into China’s “doll mummy” craze where young women treat cotton dolls like real babies, cel...
Wealth Tracker: Are you really diversified or just stuck in your comfort zone?
Do you invest in what you know - the brands you recognise, the markets you’ve followed for years, the sectors that feel safe? You’re not alone. But to...
Market View: Looking ahead to Singapore Budget 2026; Rebound in stock markets slows down; China’s factory deflation eased more than expected in January; ByteDance reportedly developing AI chip, in talks with Samsung Electronics to manufacture it; CapitaLand Investment, Wing Tai to watch
Singapore shares inched higher today to track movements in the region.
The Straits Times Index was up 0.39% at 4,983.73 points at 2.21pm Singapo...
BUDGET 2026: What’s on Singaporeans’ wish list?
All eyes will be on Prime Minister Lawrence Wong as he delivers the Budget 2026 statement on Feb 12, a roadmap that could shape Singapore’s next phase...
The Big Story: Rich in income, poor in wealth? Singapore’s inequality gap
Singaporeans are earning more than ever, with median household incomes crossing $12,000 a month in 2025. But higher paychecks don’t tell the whole sto...
Wealth Tracker: As Bitcoin’s wild ride continues, should investors hold on or bail out?
Bitcoin swung wildly this week, dipping as low as $60,033 before bouncing back above $70,000, leaving traders on edge after last week’s roller-coaster...
What’s Trending: You can now put your exes on the market & get ChatGPT to roast your job
Dating in 2026 has officially gone off the rails. On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into China’s bizarre viral trend of referring...
Market View: The Nikkei’s rally, Singapore local banks under pressure, and the US tech rebounds
On the local front, UOB takes the spotlight as we review its movements ahead of earnings later this month, alongside OCBC and DBS - the latter having...
The Big Story: Can the Bhumjaithai Party form a stable government after its electoral surge?
Thailand’s general election has produced a surprising outcome, with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s Bhumjaithai Party projected to win around 198...
What’s Trending: Did Trump just go bananas with the Obamas? Meanwhile, commuters are buying underwear from a vending machine
On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada cover a vending machine in Delhi stocked with underwear. The viral clip had people laughing, sh...
Wealth Tracker: After sell-off - Is gold poised for record highs in 2026?
Gold just did something we haven’t seen in years, a sharp drop, followed by an even sharper rebound. One moment it was sliding hard… the next, it was...
Market View: Japan election shock, DBS dips, ST engineering soars, and Walmart hits $1 trillion
On Market View, Sean Cheong speaks with David Kuo, Co-founder of The Smart Investor, to unpack the key market moves shaping Asia and beyond. First up:...
Sports Minutes: Overcoming traffic and turbulence, Geylang and Sailors pick up crucial wins
From traffic delays to tragic injuries, the Singapore Premier League delivered yet again - giving Sports Minutes plenty to discuss and dissect. Sailor...
Under the Radar: What is next for semiconductor optics firm MetaOptics post-SGX listing and how does it assess the effectiveness of listing on the local bourse? Its CEO explains.
Today we’re going to take you through the ins and outs of a semiconductor optics company that made the headlines for its performance post-IPO on the S...
Wealth Tracker: Is green-chip art the rebellious new player shaking up old-school portfolios?
Art has long been valued as both a cultural asset and a store of wealth, yet most artworks are bought once and never resold.
As sustainab...