The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo
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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.
OCT 7, 2022
07/10/22 - Money in the Market: What were the three stocks that really moved the STI this week?On Money in the Market, Geoff Howie, Market Strategist at SGX, joins us to give us a wrap of what's been moving in markets this week. He talks STI's performance this week; Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, Sembcorp Marine, and other REITs; as well as what to expect next week with the MAS policy statement and Singapore's GDP figures released at the end of the week.
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OCT 7, 2022
07/10/22 - Money in the Market: How will rising interest rates affect investments?We have seen the cost of daily necessities rising at an unprecedented rate, while inflation has hit unprecedented highs in 2022. As central banks in major economies continue to raise interest rates, we are seeing the implications not only in our loans and purchasing power but in our investments as well. On Money in the Market, Wilfred Lim, Head of Strategy, Investment Solutions at PhillipCapital joins us to explain how rising interest rates will affect retail investors and their investment objectives.
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OCT 6, 2022
06/10/22 - Sustainable Singapore: What's needed to drive EV adoption in SingaporeWhile the EV adoption rate in Singapore has doubled this year compared to last, uptake in the country is still substantially behind more advanced EV markets - That’s according to the latest report from KPMG. Of the 645,150 cars on Singapore roads in 2021, only 2,942 were electric. To find out what more needs to be done to adopt EV adoption - Rachel Kelly spoke to Sharad Somani, Partner and Head of Infrastructure, KPMG Asia Pacific.
01:13 - Why is EV adoption in Singapore still so low?
03:42 - Is Singapore on track for EV infrastructure roll out?
05:00 - Are consumers ready for EV adoption?
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OCT 6, 2022
06/10/22 - Money in the Market: Is there a looming shortage of copper?Gold is hovering above $1,700 an ounce amid continued uncertainty over whether the US central bank will maintain its resolve to crush inflation by hiking rates. Meanwhile, prices of copper have fallen by nearly a third since March, but we’ve seen a bit of a gain today, after the London Metal Exchange said that it will restrict new deliveries of metals from Russia. On Money in the Market, Sabrin Chowdhury, Head of Commodities at Fitch Solutions, joins us to tells us more on the outlook of prices for commodities including gold and copper.
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OCT 5, 2022
05/10/22 - Money in the Market: The plunge of the pound - Are we heading towards a more generalised currency crisis?UK Investors are now shifting from the poor growth and inflation mix to the extremely negative external balance picture in the UK. The UK economy is currently being impacted by different forces that make forecasting the economic outlook increasingly difficult. Meanwhile, the pound has rebounded from its recent plunge, but some expect that rally could end. On Money in the Market,Pierre Blanchet, Head of Investment Intelligence at Amundi joins us to tells if the plunge has an effect on Asian currencies.
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OCT 5, 2022
05/10/22 - Your Health: Living with Covid-19 and what you need to know about HFMDDr Leong Hoe Nam, Infectious Disease Expert at the Rophi Clinic joins #TheAfternoonUpdate to talk about the uptick in Covid-19 cases, and tell us all about what we need to know to combat HFMD.
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OCT 4, 2022
04/10/22 - Money in the Market: What's the future like for crypto as the industry becomes more regulated?Singapore was an early proponent of crypto regulation, attempting to establish itself as a hub for global digital-asset companies. But it’s been a year of high-profile crypto failures and market meltdowns. Several of the biggest casualties of the crypto winter was based in Singapore. And amidst these tightening of regulations, Independent Reserve is one of the first virtual asset service providers to obtain full licensure approval in Singapore. On Money in the Market, co-founder and CEO of Independent Reserve Adrian Przelozny joins us to tell us more on the current crypto space and how Independent Reserve has navigated through such regulatory challenges.
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OCT 4, 2022
04/10/22 - Eco Money: Blended finance and the road to net zeroThe Monetary Authority of Singapore will contribute to a $5 million Asia climate solutions grant -
This is part of a push to move closer to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
The grant will be hosted by a global network for blended finance.
The funding was announced at the inaugural Transition Finance Towards Net Zero Conference.
The Monetary Authority of Singapore, together with knowledge partners McKinsey & Company and Convergence Blended Finance, hosted the event which sought to bring together key public and private sector stakeholders to mobilise capital at scale to help economies and corporates decarbonise. Rachel Kelly speaks with Sven Smit, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company to find out more.
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OCT 3, 2022
03/10/22 - What's Trending: Finding the 'End of the Rainbow'Rachel Kelly speaks with Director, Tracie Pang, and Actress Mina Kaye - to find out more about the upcoming production 'End of the Rainbow'.
The hit musical drama about the final days in the life of legendary songbird, Judy Garland is Pangdemonium’s latest production.
It opens at Drama Centre Theatre on October 7.
https://pangdemonium.com/production/end-of-the-rainbow/
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OCT 3, 2022
03/10/22 - Money in the Market: What are some trading strategies that may work in the current market?Markets are experiencing turmoil not seen since the last financial crisis due to various factors such as climate risks, geopolitical tension and rising inflation. Therefore, investors are seeking new frameworks through which to see the world and identify investment opportunities. On Money in the Market, Aye Soe, CFA, Global Head of Core and Multi-Asset Product Management at S&P Dow Jones Indices joins us to share her observations on the current market trends with focus on volatility and inflation.
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