Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Tensions have ramped up between Israel and Iran, marked by direct, deadly missile strikes. Cities are burning, casualties are mounting, and the world is watching with growing alarm. As leaders of the G7 huddle in the Canadian Rockies, the threat of a broader regional war looms large. Has the red line been crossed? Can diplomacy still pull this back from the brink? And what’s really at stake if this spiral continues unchecked? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Eyal Mayroz, Senior Lecturer of Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Sydney to find out more.

Asia Pacific is quickly becoming a hotspot for scalable, purpose-driven innovation. At the forefront is Venturebeam — the largest global impact investor platform connecting game-changing startups with international capital. With tools like its free Venture Impact Score and strong regional partnerships, Venturebeam is setting new standards for transparency, accountability, and measurable results in venture funding. How is the platform is redefining impact investing and why the region is poised for growth in purpose-led ventures? On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Diana Kam, CEO for Asia Pacific at Venturebeam to find out. 

The property market is in focus today as we speak to a leading real estate technology company that operates real estate portals across South East Asia. Launched in 2014 as 99.co, our guest 99 Group was conceived during the 2008 US mortgage subprime crisis, an event which the firm believed was “born out of desire and misinformation”.  The founding team at 99 Group hence made it a point to make the company into a simple and trusted platform to un-complicated the property journey.  This can be seen in the firm’s positioning strategy, where it aims to differentiate itself from other property search websites through its user-friendly designs, with features including price analysis data, finance planners, smart filters, as well as the ability to search by map or commute time.  Fast forward to today, 99 Group is said to be one of the fastest growing property portal firms in the region, with a presence in both Singapore and Indonesia.  The group is said to specialise in digital property advertising and has a portfolio of three brands: namely its flagship 99.co property portal and SRX.com.sg right here in Singapore, as well as 99.co/id and Rumah 123 in Indonesia. So far, 99 Group said it has achieved what it described as solid growth, with revenues of US$17 million recorded for 2023, a CAGR of 47% since 2019.  But what are the key trends the firm is capitalising on to take it forward and which are the markets with the biggest potential in the region? And what are the challenges for proptech firms even as Southeast Asia rises as a hotbed for property technology or proptech innovation?   Meanwhile, the ongoing narrative about interest rates in the region continues to weigh on home buyers’ and investors' minds. So how far has this influenced the types of listings that appear on 99 Group’s platforms and how is the firm attracting and showing the right listings to its consumers to increase retention and action? On Under the Radar, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Darius Mahtani Cheung, Founder and CEO, 99 Group.

Father’s Day is a day to honour the dads, father figures, and caregivers who show up in big and small ways but in recent years, being a father means a lot more than providing for the family or handing out discipline.  Today’s dads are expected to be emotionally present, hands-on with parenting, and active partners at home – all while juggling work, societal expectations, and personal growth. On this special edition of The Hot Seat, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Jeremy Chua, Educator, 13Thirteen followed by Pendita, Father of Three and finally Justin Hui, who is a Stay-At-Home Dad, to find out what it means to be a "modern dad".

On this Father's Day Special on Wealth Tracker, Hongbin is joined by a dad who's guiding his two sons on their investment journey—Steve Brice, Global Chief Investment Officer at Standard Chartered.  But this isn’t just another CIO outlook.  This is a dad, who guided his sons through their investment journey as highlighted in his piece ‘Diary of a CIO’s Son’—straight from the heart. So what investment advice has he given to his sons and what can we learn from it?

Singapore shares fell today tracking the downbeat mood seen in global markets. The Straits Times Index was down 0.42% at 3,905.65 points at 2.32pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$805.82M seen in the broader market.  In terms of counters to watch today, we have Singapore Airlines. Shares of Singapore Airlines dived this morning after an Air India plane bound for London crashed yesterday. SIA holds a 25.1 per cent stake in the Indian flag carrier. Elsewhere, from movements in global equities and oil prices amid heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, to AMD unveiling a new artificial intelligence server for 2026 that aims to challenge Nvidia’s flagship offerings – more international and corporate headlines in focus.  Also on deck – how Wall Street analysts are rushing to raise price targets on Pop Mart International Group following the success of its Labubu dolls.  On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.

On this Father’s Day special of Sports Minutes, Singapore captain Rosnani Azman shares how her late father’s unwavering support shaped her dreams - and how his absence continues to shape her fight - on and off the pitch. This is a tribute to fathers, a reminder to hold them close, and a look at how sport can carry love beyond loss. Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

Get Out! Events is a full-service events agency based in Singapore, built to reimagine the way companies connect with their people. Specializing in corporate experiences, GO designs and delivers everything from Dinner & Dance celebrations and Family Days to high-impact team building, FMCG activations, and even maritime-themed events like ship launches and guided tours. With a focus on meaningful engagement and seamless execution, the team at GO blends creativity with logistics to craft moments that feel personal, purposeful, and unforgettable. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Felix Sim, Co-founder and Managing Director of GO Events, to find out how they're crafting unforgettable events for different occasions. 

The Government has introduced amendments to the Road Traffic Act, removing mandatory minimum sentences for certain dangerous driving offences. The changes, which take effect from June 12, aim to give courts greater discretion, particularly in cases involving first-time offenders, while maintaining firm penalties for repeat offenders. This move comes amid rising road traffic fatalities and forms part of a broader effort to promote responsible driving through stronger enforcement and ongoing legal review. On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Muhammad Hasif, Associate Director, A.W. Law LLC, to unpack the amendments and what they mean for sentencing, enforcement, and road safety in Singapore.

Singapore shares nudged higher today amid fluctuations in Asia. The Straits Times Index was up 0.09% at 3,922.67 points at 11.50am with a value turnover of S$521.47M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment, after the manager of CapitaLand China Trust today proposed the establishment and listing of a publicly traded infrastructure securities investment fund, CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit, on the Shanghai Stock Exchange.  Elsewhere, from US President Donald Trump’s threats to impose unilateral tariffs on partners in the next two weeks, to Grab announcing today an upsize of its five-year convertible note – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital.