Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Chester Bennington’s son is not happy about his father’s replacement in the band. Who is it? And how are fans feeling about it? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg.   

Today we’re going to talk about a blue chip company listed on the SGX that will definitely ring a bell with our audience, especially those tracking the Straits Times Index.   Headquartered in Singapore, our guest CapitaLand Investment is a global real asset manager with a strong Asia foothold.  If you recall, the company successfully de-merged from the development business of CapitaLand Limited some time back. It then listed on the SGX-Securities Trading Limited on 20 September 2021, creating one of Asia’s leading listed global real asset managers.  The firm looks at a diversified range of real estate asset classes including retail, office, lodging, industrial, logistics, business parks, wellness, self-storage and even data centres. That’s across core markets within Southeast Asia as well as in China and India. As of the end of June 2024, the firm had S$134 billion worth of assets under management, as well as S$100 billion of funds under management held via six listed real estate investment trusts and business trusts, as well as a suite of private real asset vehicles that invest in thematic and tactical strategies. In Southeast Asia, CapitaLand Invest manages three funds including the S$1 billion CapitaLand SEA Logistics Fund as well as the firm’s inaugural wellness and healthcare-related real estate fund called the CapitaLand Wellness Fund. But what will the firm’s focus areas within the region be going forward?  On Under the Radar, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Patricia Goh, Chief Executive Officer, Southeast Asia Investment, CapitaLand Investment. 

Singapore shares began the day trading in positive territory, mirroring overnight gains in global markets.  In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) climbed 0.5 per cent to 3,512.12 points after 47.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch, we have Centurion, after the accommodation assets operator said its indirect wholly owned subsidiary will set up two joint venture companies with Xiamen City Home Apartment Management to retrofit and manage Build-To-Rent residential housing in Xiamen, China.  Elsewhere from Apple and Huawei unveiling new smartphones to market sentiment ahead of the first Trump-Harris presidential debate tonight – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – China’s export numbers and Alibaba’s inclusion on the Stock Connect Programme linking Shanghai and Shenzhen bourses to the Hong Kong exchange. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Khoon Goh, Head of Asia Research at ANZ.

ALUXE has been dedicated to crafting high-quality jewelry since its founding. The name ALUXE comes from the abbreviation of "A luxury moment," representing the precious moments we all have, as well as the brand's philosophy and style. Marking a year of brilliance in Singapore, ALUXE, Taiwan's leading wedding jewellery brand celebrates its first anniversary by reopening its refurbished flagship store at ION Orchard and announcing its strategic expansion in Southeast Asia.  On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeng and Roshan Gidwani speak with John Yu, CEO and Founder of ALUXE to find out more.  Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh  Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

On What's Trending, Singapore's Public Transport Council (PTC) has announced a 10% increase in fares for card-paying passengers on public transport starting December 28th. Adult MRT passengers will pay $2.02, up from $1.92, while concessionary fares for seniors, students, people with disabilities, and low-wage workers will rise by four cents. Also, Floki, a 3-year-old border collie, is a rising star in Footvolley, a combination of soccer and beach volleyball. Floki, a native of Brazil, has shown remarkable footwork by executing the game with his mouth, a skill that even humans struggle to master.

But these two celebrities never used to have any woes… Rihanna and Naomi were always chummy at events! They’ve been seen taking pictures together and were even spotted having dinner once. But recently, they haven’t cozied up to each other. Why’s that? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg.   

The summer travel peak might be dialling down for western countries, but the interest for travel during the mid-autumn season is starting to spark interest among Singapore travellers.  According to Expedia, travel deals are heating up, and savvy Singapore travellers are embracing the chance to plan a quick getaway during the shoulder low-peak travel period. If you’re planning to travel, here are some tips you’ll want to know ahead of this low peak season. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speak with James Marshall, Vice President of Expedia Group Global Air Account Management to find out more.  Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh  Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

James Cash Penney, an iconic American entrepreneur once famously said ‘every great business is built on friendship.’ But how do you succesfully navigate a startup founded on friendship?  That's how an engineer, a social media influencer and a second-generation business owner came together to create Heylens, a contact lens brand focusing on high-quality, stylish colored lenses suitable for Asian women. On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speak with Mabel Koh and Novita Lam, Founders of Heylens to find out.  Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh  Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

Singapore equities began the day in the negative territory, as global stocks ended lower last week.  In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) dipped 0.2 per cent to 3,448.55 points, after 32.4 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch, we have the Singapore Exchange.That’s as the bourse’s total securities market turnover in August rose 22 per cent on the year to S$28.8 billion. Elsewhere from the impact of a big miss in August nonfarm payrolls and a disappointing revenue forecast out of Broadcom, to Apple reportedly using Arm’s chips for its latest iPhones – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Chin Hui Leong, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.

How can one write that perfect tune? What are the ingredients?  And can a song be given as a gift? What's it really take? Do we need to count how many lines there are in a verse? Is it really as methodical as it seems or sounds, or must we inject our own authenticity and creativity also? Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani discuss on That's How! Yajur Madan, founder of My Creative Factory provides his opinion also.  Source: www.musicnotes.com/blog/how-to-write-a-complete-song-an-introduction-to-songwriting/?msockid=0cd382c53a2a6c82089096b13b6f6d0c First song: "Spite" by Omar Apollo Second song: "Tian Tian's Gift" by Roshan Gidwani