The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo
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JUN 7, 2024
07/06/24 - Weekly Wrap: What led to India's shock election outcome?The world's largest democracy underwent a significant political shift in its 2024 general election. Political pundits and exit polls predicted a landslide victory for India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party but the surprise result of the election reaffirmed the unpredictable nature of Indian politics. Although Prime Minister Modi has secured a third term, his BJP failed to achieve outright parliamentary majority in the 543-seat lower house of parliament. Nirmala Ganapathy, The Straits Times' India bureau chief discussed the factors that contributed to the shock election outcome and the priorities the new government will focus on.
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JUN 7, 2024
07/06/24 - The Sound Zone: Sonos offers new experience in auditioning home audio gearAuditioning sound systems is becoming the norm for people looking to buy new audio equipment. Authorised Sonos distributor TC Acoustic went one step further. It recently unveiled the Sonos Flagship Store, designed to showcase Sonos products and the listening experience in a home-like setting. The Sound Zone chats with TC Acoustic's CEO Christian Honegger to hone in on what you can expect at the the first official Sonos store in Singapore in the heart of Orchard Road.
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JUN 7, 2024
07/06/24 - Market View: Call of the weekDan Chang, Investment Specialist, PhilipCapital, breaks down with Sean Cheong the biggest stories in the markets this week and explains why Frencken (E28) is his call of the week.
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JUN 6, 2024
06/06/24 - Market View: Unlocking Nvidia to control shares for less with LEAP call optionsSimon Ree, Founder, Tao of Trading, and The Afternoon Update producer’s Sean Cheong discuss how to control Nvidia stock shares for a fraction of the cost and join the long-term trend with LEAP call options.
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JUN 6, 2024
06/06/24 - Industry Insight: Creating sustainable and resilient cities through digital twin technologyCollaborating, designing, testing, and simulating all your options before implementing them in the real world may sound like a straightforward way of working on projects. Easier said than done if you are attempting to improve the environment or traffic congestion. What if you could create a 3D virtual twin of a city? Or a structure like the Eiffel Tower?
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo discusses the potential of applying digital twin technologies in addressing urban sustainability challenges with Jacques Beltran, VP and Global Head for Cities and Public Services, Dassault Systèmes, on The Afternoon Update.
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JUN 6, 2024
06/06/24 - Viewpoint: Why housing agents in multi-million property deals should not be the only ones under fireRecently, there have been many views regarding the property industry.
For example, $2 million HDB flat prices and the 99-to-1 tax avoidance issue to avoid ABSD.
Most of the comments have called for scrutinising of housing agents and lawyers in such scenarios.
Brandon Zheng, Division Director at ERA, shares his views with Lynlee Foo.
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JUN 5, 2024
05/06/24 - Industry Insight: Investing in diamonds vs goldDiamond prices have fallen 5.7% so far this year as gold shines brighter for investors.
Gary Ng, Senior Economist, at investment consultancy Natixis, tells us more.
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JUN 5, 2024
05/06/24 - Eco Money: How hydro is evolving to go with the climate flowThe theme for this year's World Environment Day is land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience.
In this episode of Eco Money we look at hydro-technology, and how hydro is evolving to become smaller, more compact, and its growth as countries across the globe race to net zero targets.
To help us get a better understanding of hydropower in Asia, Rachel Kelly spoke toBrian Selby, Regional General Manager, Asia, China & India, GE Renewable Energy Hydro Solutions, GE Vernova.
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JUN 4, 2024
04/06/24 - Industry Insight: Emerging hotspots in manufacturingAccording to the most recent data available by the United Nations Statistics Division, China topped the list of countries in the world with the highest global manufacturing output, coming in at 28.4%, United States is next with about 16.6% followed by Japan, Germany and India in the top 5.
The Afternoon Updates takes a look at the emerging hotspots and why manufacturers are migrating away from China with Michael Ignatiadis, Head of Manufacturing Strategy, Asia Pacific at global real estate services company JLL.
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JUN 4, 2024
04/06/24 - Viewpoint: How Bumble is changing app datingHave you ever used a dating app and found it frustrating?
US dating app Bumble says not only can its app make it less frustrating, it can also help you find a date with AI.
Lucille McCart, Bumble's APAC Communications Director tells us more about App dating, the new Bumble revamp called "Opening Moves" and more.
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