Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Singapore shares opened weaker today, led by declines in banking stocks and index counters. That’s after global markets finished muted in the previous session. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) headed down 0.3 per cent to 3,161.5 points after 24.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  S-Reits are in focus today after Keppel Reit’s manager reported a 5 per cent year-on-year increase in property income to S$172.6 million for its first nine months ended September.  Elsewhere from China’s economic growth slowing to 4.9 per cent in the third quarter to the impact of the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict on the King dollar, more international headlines remain in focus.  On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with Jeff Ng, Head of Asia Macro Strategy, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation.

From carefully considered design to premium quality finishes, it is a well understood fact that every single element needs to work in harmony to achieve a pleasing interior. That is why selecting only the best materials and products is paramount to achieving a luxury home especially in the kitchen and bathroom.  Leo Leong, General Manager, KOHLER brings us into a realm of luxury kitchen and bathroom solutions. 

From Malaysia suspending the license and air operator’s certificate of MYAirline and the possibility of the Israel-Hamas conflict dividing the region.  Adib Zalkapli, Director, BowerGroupAsia gives us analysis of those headlines and more. 

Singapore defeated Guam 3-1 over two legs, to secure progress to the next stage of qualification for the 2026 World Cup. Despite getting over the line, the manner of the victory against continental minnows Guam, who are ranked 201st in the world - has raised more questions about Takayuki Nishigaya's tenure as Lions' head coach. Deepanraj Ganesan, sports reporter with The Straits Times, joins us to discuss and dissect the road to ahead.   READ MORE: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/lions-make-second-round-of-world-cup-qualifiers-after-3-1-aggregate-win-over-guam Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg

Adrian Furstenburg is an award-winning handbag designer and the eponymous label specialises in luxury, custom-created leather goods. Crafted in a small atelier in Singapore, his bags are made with attention to the tiniest details from the type of leather, colour and functionality.  Now, the South African fashion designer is also looking to make a strong entrance into the luxury fashion market with sustainable materials.  We find out more about Adrian’s journey as a designer, and where he envisions his brand going in the coming years.

Are you in need the mood for some old school Hainanese western food? And if you are in the West side of Singapore, do check out Chef Hainanese Western Food, a stall located at Margaret Drive Hawker Centre. Shawnrick Hu gives us his review of the food stall and the 'must order' when you are there. 

No secret that Singapore is taking major steps to prepare for a super-aged society with senior-friendly home features, assisted living facilities and more. And as we prepare for our ageing society, one of the main concerns is the current condition and availability of our healthcare or living facilities spaces.  David Huang, Vice President, Studio Practice Leader, HKS Asia Pacific Design Consulting shares how HKS plans to change Singapore's healthcare facilities as we move forward. 

Singapore shares traded higher this morning, following news that the city-state’s key exports in September contracted by a narrower 13.2 per cent year on year. That’s compared with the 22.5 per cent slump in the previous month.  In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.7 per cent to 3,185.63 points after 71.1 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch for today, we have Singapore Airlines, after the national carrier posted a 24.8 per cent year-on-year increase in passenger traffic in September 2023, as demand for air travel remained robust.  Elsewhere from Rolls-Royce set to cut 2,500 jobs to TSMC’s third quarter profit expected to slide 30 per cent, more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Oriano Lizza, Sales Trader, CMC Markets.

From details of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to China to the country's latest reaction with regards to the Israel-Hamas conflict.  Stefan Wolff, Professor of International Security, University of Birmingham gives us an analysis of those headlines and more. 

Singapore Aquatics is set to honour the men and women who have contributed to its achievements with an Aquatics Hall of Fame  - to be launched in 2024. The Hall of Fame’s inauguration will be part of the 85th anniversary celebrations of SAQ, the body for swimming, diving, water polo, artistic swimming and open water swimming. To find out more we speak to Mark Chay, president of Singapore Aquatics. READ MORE: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/singapore-aquatics-to-launch-hall-of-fame-in-2024-to-honour-local-greats Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg