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In today’s fast-paced world, juggling the demands of work, parenting, and caregiving has become an overwhelming challenge for many families. That’s where Anglo Caregivers steps in. With a mission to empower families and transform the caregiving experience, Anglo Caregivers is redefining what it means to provide care. What innovative solutions and personalized support does Anglo Caregivers offer? On The Right Business, Nadiah Koh speaks with Vincent Wong, Co-Founder of Anglo Caregivers to find out more.  Presented by: Nadiah Koh Produced and Edited by: Nadiah Koh (nadkoh@sph.com.sg)  Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Singapore shares rallied today alongside regional gains seen in Asia.  The Straits Times Index was up 1.02% at 3,833.95 points at 12.20pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$731.19M in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel Real Estate Investment Trust, after the Reit manager reported today a net property income growth of 13.3 per cent year-on-year to S$54.6 million in Q1 of 2025.  Meanwhile, developments in the US remain in focus given a change in stance by the Trump administration on the Federal Reserve and on trade with China.  That’s as US President Donald Trump said overnight that he had “no intention” of firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, while signalling a more conciliatory approach to the trade war with China.  On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Thilan Wickramasinghe, Head of Equity Research, Maybank Securities.

The world of high-net-worth investing is navigating a period of significant uncertainty and opportunity. Recent findings from HSBC’s Private Wealth Market Pulse Survey reveal key trends among investors in Hong Kong and Singapore, highlighting a cautiously optimistic outlook for equity markets like the S&P 500 and key Asian indices, alongside a heightened focus on the dual nature of technology—both as a risk and a major investment opportunity.  With many high-net-worth individuals adopting diversified, multi-asset strategies and a keen eye on long-term income stability, what can we learn from their investment strategies? On The Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks with James Cheo, Chief Investment Officer, SEA and India, at HSBC Global Private Banking and Wealth to find out more.  Presented by: Nadiah Koh Produced and Edited by: Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh (nadkoh@sph.com.sg)  Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

The battle for Singapore’s next Parliament is now officially underway. Nominations have closed across the nine nomination centres today. Prospective candidates have made their bids for 97 seats across 33 constituencies. Now, this will also be the start of a nine-day campaigning period for candidates - dominated by the rising cost of living, housing needs, jobs, and a growing demand for healthcare amid an ageing population. Big names, surprise moves, and hot contests? On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh dives into the latest movements from Nomination Day with Associate Professor Eugene Tan from the Singapore Management University, School of Law. Presented by: Nadiah Koh Produced and Edited by: Nadiah Koh (nadkoh@sph.com.sg), Alexandra Parada and Nazirul Asrar Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

In 2020, the PAP’s national vote share fell to 61.24% - its lowest since 2011, and a sharp drop from the SG50 high of 69.9%. It was a sign of shifting ground - a rising appetite for political diversity, close fights in traditional strongholds, and growing momentum for the opposition.

Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, marking the end of a historic papacy. As the first Latin American pope and a champion of the poor, Pope Francis sought to steer the Catholic Church into a more inclusive, socially conscious direction - all while navigating deep divisions within the institution. His death comes just a day after making a rare public appearance on Easter Sunday, following a lengthy battle with pneumonia. On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks to Dr Michel Chambon, Research Fellow, National University of Singapore, to discuss more about the legacy he has left behind.

Singapore shares rose today, tracking gains seen in the previous session.  The Straits Times Index was up 0.95% at 3,795.06 points at 2.35pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$965.10M in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch for today, we have Frasers Centrepoint Trust after the trust’s manager said yesterday that its preferential offering was 24.8 per cent oversubscribed.  Meanwhile, from market expectations ahead of Tesla’s Q1 earnings release, to how Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche said it would invest US$50 billion in the US over the next five years – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus.  On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Jeremy Tan, CEO, Tiger Fund Management.

Nomination Day is tomorrow, and Singapore’s political scene is heating up. Parties are unveiling their final slates of candidates, with the PAP emphasizing its "5G" leadership - young, diverse, and poised to take the party into its next phase. Meanwhile, the Workers’ Party continues to broaden its appeal with candidates from a wide range of professional backgrounds. At the same time, economic issues are emerging as a central theme - PSP’s Sumarleki Amjah has spotlighted jobs, wages, and the cost of living - key concerns for many voters. With intense contests expected in battleground constituencies like East Coast and Punggol, all eyes are on how each party will tailor its strategy to connect with the ground. On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks to Dr Gillian Koh, Senior Research Fellow, Institute of Policy Studies, National University of Singapore, to discuss more key movements from the parties before Nomination Day.    

The outlook for fixed income markets in the 2nd quarter of 2025 may just present a cautiously optimistic view, driven by a combination of factors.  Global interest rates are expected to follow a downward bias, supported by a likely 75bps Fed Fund Rate cut starting in June, as the Federal Reserve aims to balance its mandate with economic conditions. In fact, a risk-off sentiment continues to dominate investor behavior, with flows directed toward safe-haven assets like government bonds and investment-grade credits.  So what’s the outlook like for fixed income markets? Should investors stay overweight in this market? On The Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks with Barnabas Gan, Group Chief Economist & Head of Market Research, RHB Bank.

NetGain Systems is a Singapore-based enterprise software company that helps businesses monitor and manage their IT infrastructure more effectively. They offer AI-powered IT observability and monitoring solutions that provide real-time visibility, early issue detection, and actionable insights by supporting industries like finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and public services. On The Right Business, Nadiah Koh speaks to Soon Seah Toh, CTO and Founder, NetGain Systems, 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!