Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Ever wondered what it's like to take your furry friend beyond the borders? Well, Kimberley Yeo did, and she has gone above and beyond, spending thousands of dollars to explore Europe with her beloved dog, Mr. Snuffles. So what motivated her to bring her pet on international escapades? And what is the process like? On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Kimberley Yeo, Director, Don Play Play, to find out more. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Did you know some K-pop idols own really unusual pets? Not all Idols own the usual cats and dogs.There’s one that owns a snake; one that owns a sugar glider; one that even owns a snail; and one that has some lobsters as pets. But there’s one idol - that has the most unusual pet.

Today we’re going to talk about a company behind the clothes you buy while on holiday in the US.  This is because that piece of garment you’ve bought from retail giants Walmart and Macy’s could very well be traced back to Singaporean textile and clothing maker Ghim Li! Founded all the way back in 1977 with a collection of six sewing machines and a capital injection of US$3,000, Ghim Li has evolved to become an Asia-wide textile and apparel maker of casual lifestyle knitwear.  The company prides itself as a one-stop shop that integrates various parts of the apparel manufacturing supply chain, providing services from product design, development and commercialisation, material management, production planning and control, to post manufacturing logistics.  Today, the Singapore-headquartered and Australia-listed firm has international sales offices and contracted manufacturing partners in Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, and a workforce of over 8,000.  Its supplies over 62 million pieces of garments a year to some of the biggest Fortune 500 companies such as Macys Aeropostale, Foot Locker, and Walmart, and also provides ODM (Original Design and Manufacture) as well as OEM solutions to customers.  But what has been the company’s secret recipe for success thus far and how far can that be attributed to the firm’s control over its supply chains?  What will be the key drivers of growth looking ahead? Also – how far would the ongoing push for sustainability in the fashion industry influence the way Ghim Li approaches its business? On Under the Radar, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Felicia Gan, CEO, Ghim Li Group of Companies. 

Controlling your pets’ diet is a vital part of keeping them healthy and happy. That’s why PetCubes believes in the importance of adding only fresh vegetables and meat to ensure all your pets’ nutritional needs are met. Established in 2013 in Singapore, PetCubes specialises in creating holistic food for your dogs and cats using organic and natural sources. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Evans Sin, CEO, and Francis Cabana, Director of Nutrition, PetCubes, to find out more. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

On What's Trending, a researcher from Osaka Metropolitan University reveals that bluestreak cleaner wrasses, a type of fish, can recognize themselves in mirrors and photos, indicating a higher level of self-awareness than previously thought. Also, a zoo in China displayed Chow Chow dogs dyed to resemble pandas.

The star, who posted a video of herself from the recent Met Gala in New York reciting the French Queen’s famous line “Let them eat cake” has caused a major celebrity turnaround.

Just over a month ago, a certain Joseph Schooling announced his retirement from swimming at the age of 28 - causing a ripple amongst Singapore’s professional athletes and the general public. Some saw it as the end of an era, while others viewed it as a manifestation of limited runways for athletes in Singapore. So does our perception of retirement for professional athletes need a refresh? If we can readily celebrate career transitions in other professions and advocate the national agenda for upskilling and lifelong learning, why then do we frown upon athletes who choose to retire early? Danny Yeo, a retired multiple medals winning swimmer with Team Singapore, weighs in. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg

It's the latest hit show that is making everyone glued to their seats, bringing them a rollercoaster of emotions, even shedding some tears. It’s The Queen of Tears. But some say it may be based on a true story - or at least inspired by it. Find out more.

Abygail Tan, the Associate Director of Futar, a Singapore-based construction company has grown from a humble shophouse to a global powerhouse. Initially focused on Japanese tiles, under her leadership, Futar has sourced materials from Spain, Italy, Turkey, and China. On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Abygail Tan, Associate Director, Futar Enterprises Pte Ltd, to share more about how she has achieved success for both Futar and herself. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Singapore shares dipped this morning, dragged mainly by index counter declines after a global rally overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) shed 0.4 per cent to 3,301.57 points after 68.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Golden Agri-Resources, after the palm oil company reported today a 60 per cent year-on-year decline in Q1 net profit to US$37 million amid weaker crude palm oil prices.  Elsewhere, from how five index counters traded lower on news that they would be removed from the MSCI Singapore index, to more on expectations on US April consumer prices out tonight, more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Poh, Head of Investment and ESG Strategies, South Asia, Amundi.