Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Jewellery is no longer just about adornment, it’s becoming a serious investment. With value tied to craftsmanship, rarity, and provenance, these wearable assets offer both emotional and financial returns. But how do you spot the pieces that will hold their worth over time? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Angela Loh, CEO, The Advocators and Co, to find out more. 

Could a frozen yoghurt shop become the city’s next must-visit hangout? Australia’s cult-favourite Yo-Chi seems to have done just that. With self-serve froyo, acai bowls, and a playful, immersive experience, it’s already winning fans in Singapore, hours before its doors even opened at Orchard Central. So, what’s Yochi’s strategy? Why is it the right business here in Singapore?  On Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Amy Bell, Co-Owner, Yo-Chi, to find out more. 

DBS hit a new record high, lifting its market capitalization past S$150 billion, nearly double that of its nearest rival, OCBC. Analysts cite the bank’s combination of growth, safety, and income, making it a standout in Singapore’s banking sector. Keppel REIT also took a bold step into the retail market with the acquisition of a 75% stake in Sydney’s Top Ryde City Shopping Centre for about A$394 million, marking a shift from its traditional focus on prime office properties and raising questions about the impact on yield and risk. The Singapore dollar strengthens to its highest level against the Japanese yen in over a year, holding steady against the U.S. dollar even as most Asian currencies weaken, prompting discussions on what’s supporting the currency and how investors might respond. On Market View, Nadiah Koh speaks to Kenneth Goh, Director, Private Wealth Management, UOB Kay Hian, to discuss the latest market movements.

He’s earned his first Lions call-up, and plenty of attention. Jonan Tan joins Sports Minutes to discuss his footballing rise, life in Portugal, and what it means to receive his maiden call-up for Singapore ahead of two crucial ties in the hunt for Asian Cup qualification. Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

It’s crunch time for the Lions - and calm leads the charge. Interim head coach Gavin Lee joins Sports Minutes ahead of Singapore’s crucial double-header against India to talk belief, balance, and bold decisions. With history within reach, will composure be the Lions’ greatest weapon? Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

Singapore’s equity scene is heating up. Fullerton Fund Management has just launched the country’s first retail equity fund under MAS’ new Equity Market Development Programme, a move that could open fresh opportunities for investors looking to tap into local companies and high-growth potential. On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Robert St. Clair, Managing Director, Head of Investment Strategy, Fullerton Fund Management, to find out more.

Singapore’s teachers are working harder than ever, but not necessarily in the classroom. They are working an average of 47.3 hours a week, higher than the OECD average of 41, according to the Teaching and Learning International Survey (Talis). The survey’s findings also indicated that Singapore teachers are quick to adopt digital technologies, with three in four using artificial intelligence (AI) to teach or facilitate student learning. This is more than double the global average of 36 per cent. With more teachers turning to AI tools, but also facing mounting stress, what will it take to keep the profession sustainable — and the passion for teaching alive? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Mike Thiruman, General Secretary, Singapore Teachers’ Union, to find out more. 

Medow Health AI is an Australian healthtech company now launched in Singapore, bringing its AI-powered medical scribe to help specialists streamline documentation and focus more on patient care. Built by doctors for doctors, the platform works in real time during consultations, automatically capturing and structuring clinical notes, reports, and referral letters, and is already trusted in over 500 clinics and hospitals across Australia. Adapted for Singapore’s healthcare context with multilingual support and seamless integration into existing workflows, Medow delivers customised note structures, referral formats, and specialty-specific phrasing, reducing administrative workload while ensuring clinical accuracy. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks with  Clement Tan, Singapore Country Lead, Medow Health AI, to find out more. 

The STI opened in positive territory, inching up 0.13%. It held on to those gains through the day, closing 1,1% higher at 4,472 point. Across global markets, enthusiasm for artificial intelligence continues to power tech stocks to new heights. That rally got an extra boost overnight, after OpenAI unveiled new features for ChatGPT that integrate with everyday apps like Spotify and Booking.com, moves that sent several partner company shares sharply higher. Adding to the momentum, OpenAI also announced a multi-year collaboration with AMD to build AI data centres running on AMD processors. So, what do these latest developments signal for the AI race and for investors? On Market View, Nadiah Koh breaks it all down with Thilan Wickramasinghe, Head of Equity Research at Maybank Securities.

Singapore and Malaysian authorities have been clamping down on illegal cross-border transport services. But despite clear rules banning chartered cars, limousine and private-hire operators continue to shuttle passengers across the border. Vehicles have been impounded, contracts suspended, and enforcement stepped up. But the market hasn’t disappeared. What keeps the cross-border business alive despite bans? Can the introduction of new legal services convince passengers to switch from illegal operators? And can regulators strike a balance between enforcement and meeting demand? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with transport analyst Terence Fan, Assistant Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Singapore Management University, to find out more.