Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

History has been made. The Lion City Sailors are the first Singapore football club to reach the final of a continental competition.And on this episode of Sports Minutes, we relive the momentous night in Sydney, where the Sailors lost 1-0 but still punched their ticket to the Asian Champions League Two final with a 2-1 aggregate win. What does this means for Singapore football, and is the dream treble still alive for the Sailors? Tune in as we hear from captain Hariss Harun, head coach Aleksandar Rankovic and Deepanraj Ganesan. READ MORE: Lion City Sailors reach historic Asian Champions League Two final Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

With Nomination Day set for April 23, political parties are ramping up their presence on the ground, unveiling new candidates and sharpening their messages. And as the countdown begins, all eyes are on how each party is positioning itself from strategic walkabouts to social media campaigns. What do these moves signal about their broader game plans and how might they shape the battles ahead? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr Felix Tan, an independent political observer and analyst, to find out more.

Singapore shares opened lower this morning, as Asian markets struggled for direction midweek. By midday, the local banks traded mixed - DBS slipped 0.5%, OCBC was flat, and UOB inched up 0.2%. Still, the Straits Times Index managed to close higher, rising 1% to 3,662 points. In the US, renewed tariff tensions and prolonged negotiations among trade partners have rattled markets, stoking concerns over weakening business confidence and slowing consumer spending raising the risk of a potential recession. Meanwhile, the Magnificent 7 tech stocks - Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet and others, after strong gains in 2024, have posted lacklustre performances so far this year, prompting questions around growth sustainability. On Market View, Willie Keng speaks to Cedric Ho, Founder and Portfolio Manager at MAD Partnership, to discuss more.

SIX POINTS from their remaining SIX games, that’s all that stands in the way of Liverpool and the Premier League Title. But how have the Reds gone from the uncertainty of life after Jurgen Klopp to being on the cusp of coronation under Arr-neh Slot? Former Red John Arne Riise is in the Sports Minutes hot seat to tell us more. Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

Global markets are navigating a stormy mix of uncertainty, driven by US President Donald Trump and his slew of tariff threats. As the world watches closely to see how the 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs plays out—alongside the looming threat of new sectoral tariffs—the stakes for markets and the broader economy are high. So what’s ahead and how should investors position themselves? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC, to find out more.

In the world of hospitality, where every interaction shapes a guest’s experience, ensuring that staff are well-trained is paramount. Atiom, an AI-powered, gamification platform is on a mission to redefine how hospitality companies develop their teams.   Atiom isn’t just another training tool. It’s a novel approach to building high-performing, satisfied, and loyal workforces. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Matthew Spriegel, Founder and CEO of Atiomto find out more. 

A striking blend of nature, science, and conceptual art, The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living features a 13-foot tiger shark suspended in a tank of formaldehyde. Created by Damien Hirst in 1991, the artwork invites viewers to confront the raw presence of death while gazing into the preserved stillness of a once-lethal predator.

Singapore stocks opened higher this morning, buoyed by a rally across Asia-Pacific markets. In the US, President Trump launched investigations into the pharmaceutical and semiconductor sectors, weighing the possibility of new tariffs, this follows his recent announcement to pause auto tariffs, offering a brief respite to global markets. Meanwhile, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Tech Index bucked the trend, dropping 1% after five consecutive sessions of gains. Over in the luxury sector, LVMH reported weaker-than-expected Q1 results, hit by softer demand in the US and China, sparking concerns over the global luxury market. On Market View, Willie Keng speaks to Dan Chang, Investment Specialist and Trading Representative, Phillip Capital, to find out more.

President Donald Trump's newly introduced tariffs are expected to have a larger-than-anticipated impact on the economy, leading to higher inflation and slower growth. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has highlighted these concerns, signaling a potentially challenging decision-making environment for the central bank moving forward. For investors, this presents a period of uncertainty, with the likelihood of inflationary pressures rising and growth slowing, the question arises: are there still attractive investment opportunities in the current market? On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Vincent Chung, Co-portfolio Manager for Diversified Income Bond Strategy at T. Rowe Price, to find out more.

DiMuto is a global agri-fintech company revolutionizing agri-food trade by digitizing and connecting every step of the supply chain. Using a powerful mix of AI, blockchain, IoT, and data analytics, DiMuto provides end-to-end visibility from farm to fork, helping businesses reduce waste, build trust, and access financing. Their integrated platform combines a global marketplace for fresh produce, a trade management system that digitizes products and documents for greater traceability, and embedded trade financing that leverages verified trade data to unlock working capital.  On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Gary Loh, Founder and CEO, DiMuto, to find out more.   Presented by: Hongbin Jeong 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!