Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

A new report from Savills has just mapped the global hotspots for high-net-worth individuals, and it’s clear the landscape is shifting fast. From Dubai’s dynamism to Singapore’s financial strength and London’s enduring lifestyle pull, a new pattern of wealth migration is taking shape, one driven by connectivity, capital, and quality of life. On Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks to Kelcie Sellers, World Research Analyst, Savills, to find out more.

Singapore shares dipped today as Asian markets broadly traded in the red. The Straits Times Index was down 0.27% at 4,501.15 points at 2.34pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$573.59M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch for today, we have Golden-Agri Resources, YZJ Maritime and Centurion Accommodation Real Estate Investment Trust.  That’s after how a Singapore Exchange statement out yesterday said the three counters were added to the iEdge Singapore Next 50 Index and the iEdge Singapore Next 50 Liquidity Weighted Index.  Elsewhere, from a last look at market expectations ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s latest rate decision, to how Amazon said today that it plans to invest more than US$35 billion in India by 2030, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus.  Also on deck – how SK Hynix is exploring the possibility of listing shares in New York. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Kenneth Goh, Director, Private Wealth Management, UOB Kay Hian.

Who are the heroes walking among us? The ones who go above and beyond, uplift their communities, or shine for Singapore on the global stage? The Straits Times’ Singaporean of the Year 2025 search is officially underway — a celebration of individuals who truly make a difference. So who are this year’s standout nominees? And whose story will inspire the nation? On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks with Zakir Hussain, Associate Editor at The Straits Times, to find out more.

Markets have been moving cautiously, and November was no exception. Investors appear to be in a holding pattern, waiting for clearer signals before making major moves. The latest State Street Institutional Investor Indicators shed light on this trend: risk appetite dipped slightly, equity allocations remain solid, cash is steady, and fixed income hasn’t seen the usual safe-haven inflows. What’s driving this cautious yet steady behaviour? Are investors diversifying globally, or sticking to familiar US tech bets? And what does this mean for markets in Asia and beyond? On Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks with Dwyfor Evans, Head of APAC Macro Strategy at State Street Markets, to find out more. 

For families of children with Cerebral Visual Impairment, finding the right therapy can feel overwhelming — and too often, out of reach. CVI is complex, highly individual, and needs personalised support during a critical window of neuroplasticity. Yet many children still end up with generic, one-size-fits-all interventions simply because specialised resources are scarce. Vision Nanny is opening doors for families who were once left behind by giving parents and educators access to customisable, CVI-specific activities. On The Right Busines, Nadiah Koh speaks with Prathyusha Potharaju, Founder of Grailmaker Innovations, to find out more. 

Singapore shares nudged higher today, as investors’ focus remained on the US interest rate outlook. The Straits Times Index was up 0.12% at 4,512.30 points at 1.54pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$499.27M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have OCBC, after the bank’s mezzanine capital unit announced that it has invested in the development of a US$1.5 billion low-carbon steel plant in Malaysia’s Sabah state, scheduled for commissioning by 2030.  Elsewhere, from how US President Donald Trump said he had reached an agreement with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping to allow US chip giant Nvidia to export advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to China, to the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest rate decision – more international headlines remained in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Abhilash Narayan, Investment Strategist, HSBC Global Private Banking and Premier Wealth.

Tensions along the Thailand-Cambodia border have erupted once again, with Thailand launching airstrikes after fresh clashes left soldiers and civilians injured. Both governments are trading accusations of violating a fragile ceasefire signed just two months ago, while thousands of residents flee their homes in fear. As century-old territorial disputes resurface and artillery fire resumes, what’s really driving this dangerous escalation? And what are the risks for the wider region and for the civilians caught in the middle? On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks with Dr Gregory Raymond, Senior Lecturer, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs, to find out more. 

Asia’s wealth is growing fast, but the region now faces an even bigger challenge: passing it on. With USD99 trillion expected by 2029 and most founders well into their 60s, succession planning has become urgent. A new report calls this moment “Asia’s Great Wealth Handoff,” and it’s raising tough questions about leadership, fairness, and the evolving ambitions of the NextGen. On Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks to Angela Koh, Head of Wealth Planning and Family Office Advisory Services, UOB Private Bank, to find out more.

In rural India, energy poverty keeps many smallholder farmers from reaching their full potential—limiting irrigation, crop processing, and storage. But change is on the horizon. Oorja Development Solutions is using solar-powered irrigation and milling to transform agriculture, boosting incomes by 27%, and preventing nearly 4,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions. On The Right Business, Nadiah Koh speaks with Audrey Fillon, COO of Oorja Development Solutions as she shares how sustainable energy solutions are reshaping livelihoods, empowering farmers, and protecting the environment.

Singapore shares dipped today as regional markets traded mixed. The Straits Times Index was down 0.41% at 4,512.81 points at 1.54pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$528.37M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Sembcorp Industries after the energy player today confirmed it was in talks to acquire Australian utility company Alinta Energy.  Elsewhere, from how China’s trade surplus moved past a record US$1 trillion to how US President Donald Trump said he would be involved in the review of a proposed merger between Netflix and Warner Brothers – more economic and corporate headlines remained in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the key developments to watch for the day.