Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian
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Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.
APR 22, 2022
22/04/22 - The Great Resignation: How the global phenomenon is hitting SingaporeFirst coined in 2021 in the US, the 'Great Resignation' implies a global workforce trend where millions of employees are voluntarily leaving their jobs, having borne the worst of the pandemic with their current employers. It seems what is typically being seeing as a Western phenomenon is now hitting close to home. In The Spotlight, Prime Time's Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak poke to Adrian Choo, CEO, Career Agility International to find out more.
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APR 22, 2022
22/04/22 - Can Singapore become a regional hydrogen hub amid the energy crisis?The surge in energy prices is causing nations to rethink their energy security and dependency on fossil fuels. What are the green alternatives? Will Singapore need nuclear power to meet its climate goals and build a low-carbon, prosperous economy? On SGExtra, Prime Time's Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to Shabana Begum, Journalist, The Straits Times.
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APR 22, 2022
22/04/22 - Forex Fridays: The MAS' Recent Tightening Move and Recent Yuan & Yen WeaknessA week after the Monetary Authority of Singapore enacted a one-two punch in raising the slope of the SGD's NEER rate and its midpoint, how effective will this be in helping head off inflationary pressures in Singapore? And will potential strength be blunted if other central banks also tighten their monetary policy settings? Jeff Ng, Senior Currency Analyst at MUFG, joined us on Forex Fridays to talk about how this is shaping their outlook on the Singapore Dollar, and also what he makes of recent weakness facing the Chinese Yuan and the Japanese Yen.
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APR 21, 2022
21/04/22 - What makes Singapore American School a great place to workSingapore American School is ranked among Singapore's best employers in 2022, according to a list compiled by The Straits Times and global research firm Statista.
In The Spotlight, Prime Time's Timothy Go spoke to Tom Boasberg, Superintendent, Singapore American School to find out why they're ranked as one of the best employers in Singapore.
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APR 21, 2022
21/04/22 - Checking China's RisksThe resurgence of COVID-19 infections across China and Hong Kong that resulted in fresh lockdowns has provided even more headwinds for Chinese markets that are already subject to regulatory headwinds for the tech space, woes in the property sector, and higher factory gate prices, to name a few. Brock Silvers, CIO of Kaiyuan Capital, joined us on Prime Time to discuss the economic impact of recent lockdowns, and if the sun might shine on Chinese stocks that have been battered since the start of the year.
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APR 20, 2022
20/04/22 - Eco Money: Here's what you can do in 24 hours to invest in our earth's futureMore than half a century after its establishment in 1970, Earth Day is coming up tomorrow. And on Eco Money, Prime Time’s Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to Yien Li Yap, the Country Lead for OLIO Singapore to find out how you can ‘invest in our planet’ this Earth Day.
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APR 20, 2022
20/04/22 - ST: The Big Story, 20 Apr - MP Baey Yam Keng and his wife on battling cancer and effects of strokeThis week, The Big Story’s Living Well segment features MP for Tampines GRC Baey Yam Keng and his wife, Ms Lim Hai Ye.
The couple leaned on each other for support after she was diagnosed with aphasia and he with nose cancer.
They share how they have coped with their illnesses with Multimedia Journalist Hairianto Dirman.
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APR 20, 2022
20/04/22 - Turning pineapple leaves into clothes? Kickstarting the next evolution in sustainable fashionWhile most of the talk around climate change revolves around energy consumption and transportation, the apparels industry alone accounts for roughly one-tenth of global carbon emissions. Much of this can be attributed to synthetic fabrics, which makes up over two thirds of all materials used in textiles.
On Sustainable Singapore, Prime Time’s Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to Harold Koh, Founder & CEO, Nextevo, a Singapore based sustainability startup which transforms agricultural waste into sustainable textiles.
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APR 20, 2022
20/04/22 - Across the ASEAN: How Inflation Might Hit ASEAN MarketsA number of markets across Southeast Asia are seeing inflationary pressures clash against reopening economies that are looking to bounce back from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic over the last 2 years. And Indonesia is also facing rising price pressures despite reaping benefits from surging commodity prices boosting exports. Rajiv Batra, JPMorgan's Chief Southeast Asia Strategist, joined us on Across the ASEAN to discuss how inflation is shaping his outlook for certain markets in the region.
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