Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Once a humble gemstone wholesaling enterprise, Amee Philips has carved its way to the big leagues since its debut at a New York fashion show.  Today, the famed jewellery house is synonymous with the unwavering pursuit of luxury, curating collections showcasing the rarest and most extraordinary gems.  But what’s it like running a company with your mother? This Mother’s Day, we explore the dynamics of entrepreneurial mother-daughter duos. Gina Philips, Executive Director, Amee Philips talks about navigating a family business, trends in the gemstone market and their first overseas boutique in Singapore.  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, AI has been used to develop a coffee blend by an artisan roastery. Aside from coffee, AI will also be used in shopping.

Classic cars evoke feelings of nostalgia. Avid collectors say it's a a celebration of engineering, elegance, or a measure of status. But there’s more to classic rides than just old world charm and prestige. According to the Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index, classic cars have been one of the best-performing assets globally, sometimes outperforming the more traditional asset classes, over the years.  But what exactly makes classic cars such a good investment? How do you get started on owning a piece of automotive history in Singapore? Kumar Balasingam, Founder and President, Classic Car Club Singaporeshares some tips.  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, two CFOs have violated their company's code of ethics by delaying payments to vendors and speeding up the company's collection of receivables. 

A few months ago, ATTRAKT and Evergreen Group Holdings held the Fifty Fifty Global Auditions 2024. Although she didn't get the chance to be part of the group Fifty Fifty, Joye Cai was offered a trainee contract from Evergreen. David Yong, CEO of Evergreen, tells us what made her stand out during the auditions. We also find out more from Joye Cai herself on her experience.

Is there is more to Siem Reap than the famous Angkor Wat? The short answer is yes! Whether it is culture, nightlife, or pure relaxation you're looking for, this city in northwestern Cambodia is perfect for a short getaway. And what better way to complement your holiday than a stay at The Aviary Hotel, an eco-friendly sophisticated urban oasis with 43 rooms nestled in the heart of Siem Reap. Luxurious, welcoming, and personal, it offers a uniquely Cambodian twist to a modern environment. We uncover the secrets of Siem Reap beyond the tourist trail with Joffrey Thin-Gris, General Manager, The Aviary Hotel. 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

Singapore stocks inched up at the opening bell this morning, mirroring overnight gains in the US market.  In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.2 per cent to 3,304.53 points after 29.5 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch today, we have DBS. The lender yesterday experienced a disruption to its mobile banking services.  Outage tracking site Downdetector recorded more than 3,000 reports made from around 5.45 pm about issues relating to DBS’ mobile banking.  That’s shortly after the bank posted a 15 per cent year-on-year rise in first-quarter net profit to S$2.95 billion, a new high for the company.  Meanwhile, from more on Apple’s quarterly profit ebbing, to Ticketmaster parent Live Nation Entertainment’s latest earnings, more corporate headlines remain in focus. Plus – what does it mean for Singapore to be the top recipient of Q1 cross-border investments in APAC? On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Sunny Soh, Lead Technical Analyst (Capital Markets & Investor Education), SIAS.

On What’s Trending, an airport in Japan has never lost a luggage in 30 years. Also, there’s some monkey business going on - an orangutan used a leaf to cure itself.

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong delivered his last major political speech as head of government at the annual May Day Rally.  This comes a fortnight before he is set to pass the baton to Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who will be sworn in as the Republic’s fourth prime minister, at a ceremony to be held at the Istana on May 15. Did PM Lee's last major speech in a way mark the start of DPM Lawrence Wong's tenure as PM? Dr Felix Tan, Independent Political Observer tells us more. 

Mention 'private clubs', and certain things usually come to mind — opulent decor, exclusive privileges, elite members and a VIP waiting list. Yet, there's so much more to private members clubs than that. From networking with some of the city's movers and shakers, to attending private events, being a member of an exclusive club has a wide range of perks. With social club 1880, founder Marc Nicholson’s goal was to provoke conversation and inspire discourse.  Marc give us an inside look at what it's like being a part of a private members club. 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