Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Singapore shares moved higher today even as regional investors remained downbeat given US tariff concerns.  The Straits Times Index was up 1.18% at 3,764.16 points at 2.09pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$647.77M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have City Developments Ltd, after the developer responded to a wide range of questions from shareholders spanning its share price decline to queries from the Securities Investors Association (Singapore). Elsewhere, from movements in the US dollar after US President Donald Trump contemplated whether he could fire Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, to more on the key economic data points to watch this week – more international headlines remain in focus.  On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.

Election season is in full swing as parties prepare for Nomination Day on April 23. The People’s Action Party (PAP) is fielding new faces, including Desmond Lee, who now leads the West Coast-Jurong West team, while gearing up for tough contests in areas like Sengkang GRC. The Workers’ Party (WP) is also making moves, unveiling new candidates like Jackson Au, Paris V. Parameswari, and Michael Thng as they aim to strengthen their hold on Aljunied and Sengkang, while eyeing new battlegrounds. On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks to Dr. Mustafa Izzuddin, Senior International Affairs Analyst at Solaris Strategies Singapore, to discuss these key developments ahead of the election.   Presented by: Nadiah Koh Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Nadiah Koh Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Is Singapore football's BIGGEST reset finally here? With new FAS leadership, an evolving Unleash the Roar project, and the ever-controversial Goal 2034 - it well and truly could be. But on the road to that lofty target of playing at the FIFA World Cup, what’s working, what’s not, and what still needs fixing.? Kadir Yahaya, R. Sasikumar and Deepanraj Ganesan join forces on Sports Minutes to tell it like it is — the good, the bad, and what comes next. READ MORE: Has Singapore football Unleashed the Roar to achieve its goals Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

The diamond market, long synonymous with luxury, status, and tradition, is facing a period of significant transformation. With fluctuations in diamond prices, the rise of lab-grown alternatives, and changing consumer preferences - and now with the recent Trump Tariffs, the landscape is evolving rapidly.  Despite these challenges, opportunities continue to emerge for investors looking to navigate the complexities of this sector. Are diamonds losing its shine? How should investors then mitigate the risks and uncertainties that are faced in the diamond market right now?  On The Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks with Fabio M Cascapera, President of the Diamond Exchange of Singapore to find out.

Robotics is more than just machines – it's about creating intelligent systems that can seamlessly integrate with our world and solve complex problems. Yet, many industries still struggle with adopting autonomous technologies due to the complexity and high costs involved. This is where dConstruct Robotics steps in. At the core of their innovation are solutions that are helping industries like construction, logistics, and search and rescue by providing advanced 3D mapping, autonomous navigation, and enhanced operational efficiency. On The Right Business, Nadiah Koh speaks with Chinn Lim, CEO and Co-Founder of dConstruct Robotics to find out more.   Presented by: Nadiah Koh Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Nadiah Koh Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Colossal Biosciences has announced the birth of three genetically engineered wolf pups, created using ancient DNA from dire wolf fossils. Though not exact replicas, these pups were developed by editing grey wolf genes to express traits once seen in the extinct Ice Age predator. The company is calling it the world’s first successful “de-extinction,” and sees this as a stepping stone toward reviving other lost species like the woolly mammoth and the dodo. Scientists behind the project say the goal isn’t perfect genetic restoration, but bringing back key ecological traits that once shaped ecosystems. On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Associate Professor Michael Knapp, University of Otago, New Zealand, to discuss Colossal Biosciences' work in reviving extinct species through genetic cloning.   Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Aaron Lam Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Singapore stocks moved higher today, tracking gains across Asian markets.  The Straits Times Index rose 1.26% to 3,708.44 points at about 2.18pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$872.35M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment, after the real estate investment manager announced that it intends to launch its first real estate investment trust (Reit) in China, to be named CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit.  Elsewhere, from how Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company logged a forecast-beating 60 per cent leap in quarterly profit to project Stargate reportedly weighing a future investment in the UK – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus.   On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with Terence Wong, CEO, Azure Capital.

DBS has released its 2Q25 CIO Insights, highlighting a more cautious stance on U.S. equities amid fading exceptionalism, growing tech concentration risks, and rising geopolitical uncertainty. The report also points to renewed opportunities in Asia ex-Japan, resilient demand for gold, and structural shifts in private assets. And with market volatility intensifying on the back of Trump’s new tariffs, weaker consumer sentiment, and AI disruptions, what can investors take away from DBS’s latest asset allocation calls and how should they be positioning in the months ahead? On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Hou Wey Fook, CIO, DBS Bank, to find out.   Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Naz Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

The story of the credit card began in 1950, when business executive Frank McNamara had an unexpected moment of realization after forgetting his wallet during a dinner with clients. This simple mistake led to the creation of the Diners Club card, the first modern credit card, which allowed users to buy now, pay later.

Yatra Trauma Centre is a pioneering mental health clinic based in Southeast Asia, dedicated to treating the root causes of addiction through trauma-informed care. Unlike traditional rehabs that focus solely on behavioral symptoms, Yatra takes a trauma-first model, employing evidence-based therapies like EMDR, somatic practices, and nervous system regulation techniques to create real, lasting change. With a low clinician-to-client ratio, personalized treatment plans, and a strong emphasis on empathy, Yatra ensures every individual receives the support they need to recover fully and sustainably. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Mike Miller, Founder & Clinical Director, Yatra Trauma Centre, to find out more.   Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!