Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

The US dollar has slipped about 7% this year, reigniting talk of “de‑dollarisation.” But is the greenback really losing its grip? Investors are turning to gold and crypto, yet the dollar’s resilience still surprises many. So, what’s really behind its stickiness, and could its dominance be at risk in the years ahead? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Xueming Song, currency strategist at DWS,to find out more.

The Straits Times Index has kicked off the year on solid ground , riding on the strength of local banks and defensive sectors, and it’s coming off a record-breaking 2025. But while Singapore equities look steady, big questions are brewing elsewhere in the market. China’s economy is showing tentative signs of stabilisation, even as property woes linger… and in the AI space, even giants aren’t immune to reality checks, with Elon Musk’s xAI burning through cash to fuel its ambitions. So are markets still pricing in optimism, and is artificial intelligence still in a hype cycle, or entering a more sobering phase for investors? On Market View, Willie Keng speaks to Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS, for more insights.

If your kid told you they wanted to fix lifts, grow vegetables, or work with their hands instead of sitting behind a desk, would you support it? Because that’s exactly what more young Singaporeans are choosing to do. Across the island, Millennials and Gen Zs are quietly walking away from traditional office jobs and into skilled trades, from farming to plumbing to lift maintenance. So what’s behind this unexpected career shift, and what does it mean for Singapore’s future workforce? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Sharon Salim, Business Correspondent, The Straits Times, to find out more. If you want to read more, check out Sharon’s full interview: Farmer, plumber, lift technician: More young people in Singapore drawn to skilled tradeshttps://www.straitstimes.com/business/farmer-plumber-lift-technician-more-young-people-in-singapore-drawn-to-skilled-trades

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Alexandra Parada dive into trending stories from food literally taking flight to school lunches sparking national debate, and fans saving eye-watering sums for their idols. We unpack Grab’s upcoming drone food delivery trial across Kallang River and ask whether this is futuristic convenience or a mid-air disaster waiting to happen, before turning to the heated backlash over Hwa Chong’s new central kitchen bento meals, and why school canteen food hits such a deep cultural nerve. Finally, we look at BTS fans going viral for saving up to US$70,000 for the group’s long-awaited comeback tour, and ask the big question: how far is too far when it comes to supporting your favourite artist?

AI is changing the way Singaporeans invest, from picking stocks to managing portfolios. But with the Monetary Authority of Singapore rolling out new guidelines, using AI responsibly is more important than ever. How can retail investors tap into these tools without falling into common pitfalls? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Chua Inn Chong, Financial Services Manager at PhillipCapital,to find out more.

Singapore stocks are quietly making history, but are we about to test how solid that rally really is? The Straits Times Index has just pushed past the 4,700 mark, hitting a fresh all-time high even as geopolitical risks refuse to go away. At the same time, consumer stocks here are getting a second wind as costs cool, while halfway across the world, a brewing AI showdown, sparked by China’s Zhipu AI heading for an IPO, could ignite a global price war that shakes tech markets everywhere. So is this the calm confidence of a mature market… or the last leg before volatility kicks back in? On Market View, Willie Keng speaks to Terence Wong, CEO, Azure Capital, for more details.

Two clubs. One trophy. And plenty of history. As Lion City Sailors and BG Tampines prepare to meet in a repeat Singapore Cup Final, Sports Minutes hosts a pre-match face-off featuring Bailey Wright and Trent Buhagiar. From dressing-room beliefs to changing managers, new signings and old rivalries, the pair lift the lid on what really goes into preparing for the season’s first showpiece event. Available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hT3-OuMzLUU?si=RUPXapKWSLjtzwao Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

After a red-hot start to 2026, Asian markets may finally be pausing for breath. Stocks across the region are heading for their first daily dip of the year, even after a powerful rally fuelled by AI optimism and bets on Fed rate cuts. But while the wider region cools, Singapore’s market is still flashing strength, with the STI coming off a stellar 2025 and fresh optimism it could climb to 5,000. So is this just a momentary market breather… or a signal for investors to rethink where the real opportunities lie in 2026? On Market View, Willie Keng speaks to Kenneth Goh, Director, Private Wealth Management, UOB Kay Hian, to find out more.

Your next phone, laptop, or gaming rig could cost a lot more, and it’s not just inflation. Memory chips, the tiny components that make your devices run fast, are suddenly in short supply, and prices are soaring. From iPhone upgrades to high-end gaming PCs, Singaporeans are starting to feel the pinch. Why is this happening, and how long will it last? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Associate Professor Goh Puay Guan, Analytics and Operations Department, National University of Singapore’s Business School, to find out more.

Markets didn’t panic. Stocks didn’t plunge. Oil barely budged. And yet, the US just carried out a military operation in Venezuela, removing a long-standing leader in a country sitting on the world’s largest oil reserves. So why the calm? Is this a geopolitical shock that investors are choosing to ignore, or one they don’t yet understand? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Alicia García Herrero, Chief Economist for Asia Pacific at Natixis,to find out more.