Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

It’s all about flying high today as we speak to the world’s third largest commercial aircraft maker after Airbus and Boeing. Make a guess - we’re actually talking about Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer! Founded in 1969, Embraer is a global aerospace company that designs, develops, manufactures and markets aircrafts and systems with businesses spanning across areas such as Commercial and Executive Aviation, Defense & Security, and Agricultural Aviation. More notably, the firm started out making a turboprop plane called the Bandeirante, which was designed for both civilian and military purposes.  50 over years down the road, the company delivered over 8,000 aircrafts. That translates to having one of its aircrafts taking off somewhere in the world every 10 seconds, we’re talking about mostly jets up to 150 seats serving regional routes.   Why are we talking to Embraer you might ask? Well, the firm had reported sizable growth in all business units for the last quarter of 2023 with commercial aviation revenues rising 20 per cent.  The number of Executive Aviation jet deliveries, according to media reports, were also at the highest in seven years. But how far is that driven by the post-pandemic travel recovery? Where are the bright spots for the firm? And with Boeing in the spotlight amid a slew of safety incidents surrounding its 737 Max models and Airbus delays, what will this mean for Embraer? Would it move to build larger planes to rival the two jet makers as what media reports had suggested in recent days?  Closer to home, Embraer had in April delivered the first of nine new Embraer E190-E2 aircraft to Scoot to allow the airline to expand its network growth strategy and expand into markets with smaller, but sizeable demand. But what can we look forward to from here?  On Under the Radar, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Raul Villaron, Vice President, Asia Pacific, Embraer Commercial Aviation.

Steph Adams is a #1 international best-selling author, with fourteen books under her belt, and a beacon of inspiration for women worldwide. But that’s not all; she's also a model, art director, and businesswoman, with over 4 million followers on Instagram.  A visionary in the making, Steph embodies the power of perseverance and an advocate for women’s empowerment. What did it take to achieve this level of success?  We sit down with Steph as she shares about her career, achievements, values, and the impact she has had on the worlds of fashion and literature. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh and Aaron Lam Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

When it comes to creating your ideal home in Singapore, it is not just about how great it looks, but also how it feels and how it improves the quality of your life.   Nestled among the towering skyscrapers and bustling streets, lies Studio Metanoia—a design firm with a difference. Led by its founder, Cher Lin, Studio Metanoia isn't just about creating spaces; it's about crafting sanctuaries for the soul. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh and Aaron Lam Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

On What's Trending, Justin Bieber and his wife Hailey Bieber have announced their first child, with the couple sharing a video and images of Hailey, 27, debuting her bump in a white lace dress. Also, A South Korean dog went missing for 41 days when his owner took him to a dog convention.

Historically dominated by the rich ‘boys’ club’ for the longest time, the luxury watch space is finally opening up to women with a fascination for mechanical timepieces. According to Deloitte’s 2023 Swiss Watch Industry Study, “the untapped potential of the female watch-buyer is significant.” The consultancy cited self-purchasing and more female watch influencers on social media as strong drivers of demand.  We sit down with two avid watch collectors who are looking to capture the spirit of this exciting moment. Deborah Wong and Stephanie Soh, co-founders, TickTock Belles tell us how the watch world can build off this female-powered momentum. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh and Aaron Lam Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

On Spill the Tea, Prince Harry and his father won’t be having a cup of tea during his recent visit to the UK for the Invictus celebrations. The King of England’s schedule is too busy nowadays for him to make time to see his son, Prince Harry.

Singapore stocks opened weaker today following disappointing earnings reported between market days. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) headed down 0.3 per cent to 3,255.85 points after 23 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have AEM Holdings, after the semiconductor equipment maker yesterday posted an 85 per cent fall in net profit to S$2.4 million for the first quarter of FY2024 ended Mar 30, from S$15.6 million in the same period a year ago.  Elsewhere from China’s export numbers to Airbnb’s weaker Q2 revenue forecast, to expectations on the Bank of England’s next interest rate move – more international headlines remain in focus.   On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with Terence Wong, CEO, Azure Capital.

This episode is for all my K-pop fan listeners. Are you a K-pop fan? But do you have what it takes to be a K-pop super fan? On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong speaks to  AJ - also known as @blueningluv, to take a glimpse into the K-pop fangirl life.

That's right. You can now travel through continents without using your passport with the inaugural Taste The World Dining Series held on 4 – 26 May 2024. Launched by private travel specialist Gourmet Trails, join Singapore’s top gourmet restaurants and celebrity chefs in an exciting month-long culinary festival. Seven of Singapore’s most esteemed restaurants—Appetite, Hashida, CURE, Canchita, Esquina, Ummi Beirut, and ANJU—have come together to celebrate the wealth and diversity of world cuisines and cultures. Pamela Tan, Founder, Gourmet Trails tells us more. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh and Aaron Lam Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

On What's Trending, TeamLab is opening a venue in Jeddah, which will feature over 80 sensorial installations across a 10,000 square foot space. Also, Katy Perry didn't attend this year's Met Gala but fans speculated she did.