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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.
MAR 25, 2022
25/03/22 - ST: The Big Story, 25 Mar - Spike in big group bookings for eateries as larger groups of diners set to returnSeveral restaurants, as well as venues with live music, have already seen a spike for bookings following the announcement yesterday that dining-in capacities will double from five to 10 people per group from next Tuesday.
The current restriction on the sale and consumption of alcohol in food and beverage establishments after 10.30pm will also be lifted.
The Restaurant Association of Singapore - whose membership base represents 800 brands across more than 5,000 outlets - called it a "joyous day" for the F&B community and customers.
In The Straits Times’ The Big Story, Multimedia journalist Hairianto Dirman spoke to Benjamin Boh, a RAS management committee member on how the association's members are preparing for these changes.
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MAR 24, 2022
24/03/22 - In The Spotlight: Inside the Singapore gig economyMany food delivery riders are satisfied with their work but feel that it is misunderstood, according to a study by Blackbox Research released on Wednesday (Mar 23). In fact, there are also concerns about the possibility of CPF contributions being made mandatory.
In The Spotlight, Prime Time's Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to David Black, CEO of Blackbox Research to find out more about their study.
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MAR 24, 2022
24/03/22 - ST: The Big Story, 24 Mar - S'pore ready to take a decisive step forward towards living with Covid-19, says PM LeeGroup size limits will go up to 10 people, among measures that will go into effect from Tuesday, as part of what Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong called a decisive but measured step forward towards living with Covid-19.
In The Straits Times' The Big Story, Multimedia journalist Hairianto Dirman spoke to Professor Teo Yik Ying, dean of NUS' Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health on these developments.
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MAR 24, 2022
24/03/22 - How Commodity Price Swings May Figure in UOB's 2Q OutlookThe end to the 1st quarter was marked by heightened volatility linked to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and its impact on surging crude oil prices. How might this shape the second quarter of 2022? And what must investors brace for if the US Federal Reserve hikes rates at a more aggressive clip? Heng Koon How, Head of Markets Strategy at UOB, joined us on Prime Time to share their outlook for the next 3 months.
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MAR 24, 2022
24/03/22 - What Singapore's easing of Covid-19 means for the tourism sectorAviation and travel-related counters in Singapore were up today, after Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced the easing of a slew of Covid-19 measures, including the streamlining of travel requirements in a nationwide address.
As Singapore moves to a so-called Vaccinated Travel Framework starting next week, what exciting opportunities lie ahead for the tourism sector and leisure travel?
Prime Time's Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to Lavinia Rajaram, Asia Head of Public Relations with Expedia Group to find out.
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MAR 24, 2022
24/03/22 - What Singapore's easing of Covid-19 measures means for businessesSingapore announced several key changes to its Covid-19 measures today, including larger group sizes and making mask-wearing optional in outdoor settings from Mar 29, as part of what Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong described as taking a “decisive step forward” towards living with Covid-19.
After a turbulent two years of absorbing blows from the pandemic, what does this mean for Singapore businesses? Prime Time's Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to Kurt Wee, President of the Association of Small & Medium Enterprises to find out.
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MAR 23, 2022
23/03/22 - ST: The Big Story, 23 Mar - One Husband Two MenIn The Straits Times’ The Big Story, Multimedia journalist Hairianto Dirman spoke to Margaret Ong, author of One Husband Two Men about her experience of being both wife and caregiver to a husband with schizophrenia.
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MAR 23, 2022
23/03/22 - Sustainable Singapore: The growing plant-based industry in Asia PacificOn Sustainable Singapore, Prime Time’s Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to David Yeung, Founder of Green Monday Group and OmniFoods as he shares his take on the growing plant-based industry in the Asia Pacific region.
With Green Monday coming up on its 10th anniversary on April 22nd, David has pioneered an integrated platform and social venture that engages millions of people towards the world’s most pressing crises of climate change.
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MAR 23, 2022
23/03/22 - SGX and OCBC Bank launch low carbon index tracking Singapore’s largest companiesOn Eco Money, Prime Time’s Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to Herry Cho, Head Sustainability & Sustainable Finance at SGX about the launch of SGX and OCBC Bank’s low carbon index tracking Singapore’s largest companies.
The new product removes companies with a heavy involvement in the fossil fuel sector, while maintaining best-in-class selections based on greenhouse gas per unit of revenue.
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MAR 23, 2022
23/03/22 - Across the ASEAN: Will The ASEAN Reopening Give Regional Airlines A Boost?Slowly but surely, we're seeing more countries across Southeast Asia easing border and quarantine restrictions, hoping to boost tourism industries and provide battered airlines a much needed lift. But with oil prices rising on the back of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, might this blunt any recovery for carriers across the ASEAN? Shukor Yusof, founder of Endau Analytics, joined us on Across the ASEAN to discuss the outlook for Southeast Asia's carriers, and what he's heard regarding the tragic crash of the China Eastern flight in Guangxi.
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