Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

GE2025 is now in full swing now that the political parties have confirmed the teams that will set to contest in the different constituencies around Singapore.  From the rising cost of living to calls for political change, what do voters really want this time? To understand more, we're going to hear directly from Singaporeans themselves. On this special edition, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Singaporeans from across the generational spectrum — Gen X, Millennial and Gen Z — starting with Cheryl Miles, Founder of Miles Nixon Media, Keith Yap, Founder of Front Row Media and Tan Jing En, a Gen Z Speaker. So what are on the voters' minds during this upcoming general elections? Tune in to find out more.

Singapore shares were little moved today, after ending the previous session flat.  The Straits Times Index was up 0.07% at 3,834.77 points at about 12.26pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$801.09M in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust after it posted net property income (NPI) of S$291.5 million for Q1 FY2025, a 0.8 per cent drop from the previous corresponding period.  Elsewhere, from China reportedly considering suspending its 125 per cent tariff on some US imports to how Singapore Airlines has partnered OpenAI to develop and execute generative AI solutions for the airline – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.

Asia-Pacific has come out of the blocks much faster than the US and Europe in deal-making activity in 2025. The volume of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the Asia-Pacific is up 19 per cent from the first quarter in 2024. So what’s driving this optimism? Which sectors are emerging as the biggest winners? On Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks to Jason Saw, Group Head of Investment Banking of CGS International Securities, to find out more.

The $13,500 election deposit is a key part of Singapore’s electoral system, required from every candidate seeking to contest in a General Election. This deposit is designed to ensure that only serious contenders step forward, with candidates needing to secure at least 12.5 percent of the vote to keep it, and if they fail, the deposit is forfeited.

Levana Sani, co-founder of NalaGenetics, is reshaping what wellness means - by moving beyond beauty trends to focus on life-saving, personalised healthcare. After seeing loved ones suffer from misprescribed medications, she set out to make genetic testing a routine part of medicine, especially in Asia where one-size-fits-all treatments often fall short. NalaGenetics helps people understand their unique genetic risks from drug responses to heart disease and cancer, and turns those insights into action through personalised treatment and lifestyle plans. On The Right Business, Nadiah Koh speaks to Zat, Editor-in-Chief, The Peak Singapore, to share more about this month's feature.

Singapore shares moved higher today to track the previous day’s gains.  The Straits Times Index was up 0.29% at 3,843.25 points at about 11.49am Singapore time with a value turnover of S$667.64M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Keppel. The company released an update for Q1 2025 today, reporting an increase in net profit of over 25 per cent year on year, driven by strong performance in its infrastructure, real estate and asset management segments.  Elsewhere, from the Trump administration reportedly considering reducing tariffs on auto parts, to what we can expect when Alphabet releases its earnings early tomorrow – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital. 

Scam losses in Singapore have hit alarming levels, with over S$1.1 billion lost last year - a sharp 70.6% increase from the year before. And one of the fastest-growing threats is investment scams, particularly those tied to cryptocurrency. These scams are becoming more sophisticated, with fraudsters using social messaging platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram to impersonate financial institutions and promote fake investment opportunities. What can investors do to protect themselves? What red flags should they look out for and how can they tell if an opportunity is too good to be true? On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks to Eric Oh, Financial Services Manager, PhillipCapital, to find out.

MDRT’s latest survey reveals a striking contrast between financial awareness and actual behavior in Singapore. While a majority of Singaporeans are familiar with various financial tools, only half rate their financial literacy as “good” or “excellent.” Alarmingly, nearly a quarter, particularly Gen Z and millennials, say they would take out high-interest loans to invest in the stock market. The survey also shows a generational shift toward higher-risk investments like crypto and alternative assets, while uptake of basic insurance products remains surprisingly low. On The Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks to Jake Lim, Senior Financial Advisor, Ascent Advisory, to discuss more about the survey's latest findings.

Ang Mo Kio GRC is gearing up for a high-stakes three-cornered fight in the upcoming GE2025. With multiple opposition parties vying for the same ground, the dynamics of this three-way contest could change the electoral landscape. 

Weight loss is undergoing a major shift. With Ozempic and GLP-1 medications making headlines, consumers are rethinking traditional diet approaches. At the same time, traditional calorie tracking is falling out of favor. Studies show that nearly 40% of people who start food logging abandon it within the first two weeks, often frustrated by the tedious process.  Recent advancements in AI are addressing these challenges, offering a new approach to weight management that prioritizes ease and long-term sustainability. One such innovation is Welling AI, a Singapore-based AI-powered weight loss app designed to make nutrition tracking effortless and sustainable. On The Right Business, Nadiah Koh speaks with Philip Man, Co-Founder, Welling AI to find out more.