Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Feeling like you're trudging through the daily grind without a light at the end of the tunnel? On That's How, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani dive into how to escape that job rut and rediscover your passion! Whether you’re dreaming of a career change or just looking to reignite the flame in your current role, this episode will give you the boost you need to get unstuck and thrive. Source: www.truity.com/blog/feeling-stuck-your-job-heres-how-make-most-it-while-preparing-something-better

Remember the days when the gas delivery man would come to our homes to switch out our gas tanks or gas cylinders?  That’s probably becoming a thing of the past, making today’s “Under The Radar” conversation all the more meaningful.  With over 40 years of operating track record, our guest Union Gas Holdings is an established provider of fuel products in Singapore. The company's key businesses consist of Retail Liquefied Petroleum Gas, Compressed Natural Gas and Diesel.  The SGX mainboard listed company is also said to be one of the leading suppliers of liquefied petroleum gas in Singapore.  It has a fleet of over 200 vehicles serving more than 200,000 domestic households as well as commercial entities such as hawker centres, eating houses, coffee shops and commercial central kitchen.  Assets-wise, the Group owns LPG storage depots as well as two out of four bottling LPG bottling plants in the island, giving it full control of the supply chain from procurement to bottling, storage, distribution, wholesaling and retailing.  Union Gas is an interesting company to look at particularly as households and F&B operators increasingly hop onto the green bandwagon, opting for electric stoves versus using gas stoves.  What does this mean for the firm when it boils down to demand for gas cylinders and cooking gas, and how is it switching up its portfolio offerings to prepare for a cleaner future? Speaking of which, Union Gas Holdings had in April this year expanded its offerings to provide electric vehicle charging services through a partnership with Hong Kong-based charging service provider Deltrix. But what can we expect on this front?  Also – how will moving away from traditional fuel sources also help the firm mitigate volatilities with oil and gas prices given ongoing geopolitical tensions in key supply markets? On Under the Radar, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Alexis Teo, General Manager, Union Gas.

Singapore equities began trading in positive territory today, following a global market rout with all three major Wall Street indices spending the entire day in the red. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.8 per cent to 3,268.46 points, after 63.4 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Sembcorp Industries after the energy company today posted an 11 per cent fall in net profit to S$540 million for the first half ended June, from S$608 million in the previous corresponding period.  Elsewhere, from how regional markets are performing a day after a sell-off triggered by the latest US nonfarm payrolls miss, to Open AI’s co-founder John Schulman leaving the firm for Anthropic – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Chong Ser Jing, Co-founder and Portfolio Manager, Compounder Fund.

Roberto Corona, also known as "The Smile Collector," is a beacon of hope and positivity hailing from the remote lands of northern Chile.  As the director of the ROBI Foundation and the founder of the international project Collecting Smiles, Roberto travels the globe capturing the essence of human connection through his photography.  Driven by personal tragedy and a deep sense of purpose, Roberto's mission is to inspire the world to believe in the beauty of their dreams and the power of a simple smile. On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Roberto Corona, Director, Robi Foundation, and Founder of Collecting Smiles Project, to find out what is the purpose of him collecting smiles and what it means to him. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani 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!

Founded in 2017 by an automotive veteran, Scorpio Electric is Singapore's first electric motorcycle company, dedicated to transforming urban transportation.  Their flagship model, the X1, launched globally in November 2023 in collaboration with Chinese EV giant BYD, exemplifies their commitment to innovation and eco-friendly mobility.  On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Joshua Goh, CEO, Scorpio Electric, to find out how they are revolutionising urban commuting with stylish, intelligent, and powerful electric motorcycles. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani 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!

Influencer Sonja Dennig thought the hotel room she booked for her holiday came with a stunning beach view. But, she was in for a nasty surprise when she got to her accommodation. Also, A TikToker claims that he is “99% sure” he went on a date with Republican vice presidential hopeful Sen. JD Vance. Not only that, but he remembers him as giving off “serial killer vibes.” 

Zac Efron, famous Hollywood star, breaks his silence after he was found lying in a pool and had to be pulled out of the water. What went down?  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.   

1 place and 1 point, that is all that separates the top two in the Singapore Premier League - with Tampines Rovers and the Lion City Sailors going toe to toe in their quest to be crowned champions. With Geylang suffering their FIRST loss of the season, is a two-horse race emerging? And which way will the pendulum swing? Deepanraj Ganesan is on the Sports Minutes hot seat to cast his expert gaze! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg

Nigel Teo is a passionate community advocate and the founder of GoodHood, a platform dedicated to fostering neighbourliness and community support.  Beginning in 2020 with a simple website sharing positive stories and messages of gratitude for frontline healthcare workers, Nigel’s initiative has grown significantly.  His efforts have led to the distribution of thousands of donated surgical masks and hand sanitizers, and his platform has facilitated over $3 million worth of items for marginalised families.  On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Nigel Teo, Founder, GoodHood, to find out how his drive to keep the kampung spirit alive. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani 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!

Fukusa: Japanese Gift Covers from the Chris Hall Collection celebrates a major gift of Japanese art from the renowned collector Chris Hall.  With over 80 fukusa on display, the exhibition at the Asian Civilisations Museum explores trade and exchange between Japan, China, and beyond, and the art of gifting across cultures.  The exhibition also features interactive touchpoints, including a digital interactive where visitors can customise their own fukusa and an exploration zone for tactile experiences. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Louise Lui, Assistant Curator, Chinese Art, Asian Civilisations Museum, to share more details about the exhibition. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani 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!