The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo
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NOV 1, 2022
01/11/22 - Eco Money: Are Singapore's NetZero targets aggressive enough?Singapore has announced it will set 2050 as the year its greenhouse gas emissions reach net zero, and has also earmarked a stronger 2030 target. But - some say these targets are not aggressive enough.
Rachel Kelly speaks to Tan Wooi Leong, Managing Director of Energy & Industrial, Surbana Jurong to get his thoughts and find out what the new targets mean for Singapore’s energy and infrastructure sectors.
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OCT 31, 2022
31/10/22 - Money in the Market: Will the US Fed make a dovish pivot?A slew of economic data out today - Japan's factory output fell in September for the first time in four months, while South Korea's industrial output fell in September for the third month in a row. Disappointing data out from China as well - with factory and services activity falling on relentless COVID curbs. On Money in the Market, Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy, Asia at Mizuho Bank, tells us what this means for their respective economy and what we can also expect for that upcoming US Fed interest rate decision.
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OCT 28, 2022
28/10/22 - Market Hit: Why were the Reits the biggest movers on the STI?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; biggest movers of the STI being the Reits market, Singapore inflation numbers; mega merger of Sembmarine, Keppel O&M; and what to expect next week.
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OCT 28, 2022
28/10/22 - The View: Pinocchio preview with Pam OeiWild Rice is bringing one of the world’s most beloved characters to the Singapore stage - Pinocchio!
It’s been described as a hilarious and heartwarming celebration of family, friendship and the importance of being true to yourself, AND the perfect holiday treat.
Wood they lie? 🤥
Rachel Kelly speaks to Director, Pam Oei to find out more about the production.
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OCT 28, 2022
28/10/22 - The View: STEMPowering the next generation of female leadersThe inaugural STEM Festival is happening tomorrow - focused on building the pipeline of future female leaders - it aims to provide a platform for girls looking to explore the limitless possibilities of cutting-edge STEM organisations.
United Women Singapore is presenting interactive booths, panel discussions, workshops, human libraries, and 1-1 job consultations with over 15 partners.
Georgette Tan, President, United Women Singapore joined Rachel Kelly on The Afternoon Update to share more.
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OCT 28, 2022
28/10/22 - Money in the Market: Disappointing tech results and the effect on marketsAsian shares dropped today following declines on Wall Street as investors contended with disappointing results from tech giants. Recently, stocks have been influenced largely by the earnings season. On Money in the Market, Aninda Mitra, Head of Asia Macro & Investment Strategy, BNY Mellon Investment Management joins us to tells us more about the current market trends.
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OCT 28, 2022
28/10/22 - Money Fact: The World's Smallest Bank NoteIt’s been named as the world’s smallest note by the Guiness Book of World Records. The Romania 10 bani note is the smallest banknote ever issued. It measured 27.5 mm by 38 mm. That's about one tenth the size of a US$1 banknote.
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OCT 27, 2022
27/10/22 - Money in the Market: What should investors investing into the tech sector look out for?The US has taken unprecedented steps to limit the sale of advanced computer chips to China. The moves are designed to cut off supplies of critical technology to China that may be used across sectors including advanced computing and weapons manufacture. On Money in the Market, Ken Peng, Head of Asia Investment Strategy at Citi Global Wealth Investments, joins us to tell us more about these curbs and how they may impact the global economy.
Highlights:
1:01 - How reliant is China on semiconductors from the US?
2:35 - What do the curbs on China mean for the global economy?
3:19 - Effects on Japan and South Korea
4:26 - Long term effects for the tech sector
7:13 - Advice for those investing in the tech sector
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OCT 27, 2022
27/10/22 - SIEWCast: Scaling Singapore's Sustainable Energy FutureBy 2025, Asean aims to generate up to 23 per cent of its energy through renewable sources. South-east Asia is already home to several large-scale renewable power projects. Over the past few years, Singapore has increased its solar energy capacity exponentially - but this is only one pillar of the energy mix.
In a special SIEWcast brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week, Money FM 89.3 and ExxonMobil, Rachel Kelly speaks to Mr Koh Chiap Khiong, CEO, Singapore and Southeast Asia, Sembcorp Industries about the future of Singapore’s energy mix.
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OCT 26, 2022
26/10/22 - Money in the Market: 'Mr Yen' says the currency could plunge further to 170 per dollarYesterday we saw the Chinese yuan sliding to a new low after the People's Bank of China loosened its currency grip. Meanwhile, market participants are closely watching out for another possible intervention by Japanese authorities to prop up the Japanese yen. On Money in The Market, finance producer Hongbin Jeong speaks to Peter Chia, Senior FX Strategist at UOB to discuss this and other currency moves.
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