Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Agents Stack is a technology company dedicated to helping enterprises transform faster, smarter, and more responsibly. The company addresses the complex challenges of modern business by integrating cybersecurity, ESG, cloud, and operational systems into a single, seamless platform. Its solutions are built around specialized agents, such as the ESG Agent for tracking and improving sustainability performance, the Cyber Agent for strengthening security and compliance, the Cloud Agent for optimizing cloud operations, and the Digital Operations Agent for streamlining supply chains, factory operations, and new product introductions. On Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Aanchal Gupta, Founder, Agents Stack, to find out more.

Singapore shares dipped earlier today as regional markets traded mixed. The Straits Times Index was down 0.1% at 4,541.61 points at 2.07pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$647.57M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have ST Engineering, after its wholly owned unit agreed to sell its entire 49 per cent interest in Shanghai Technologies Aerospace Company (Starco) for a 680.5 million yuan cash consideration.  Elsewhere, from how Singapore’s key exports expanded by 22.2 per cent year on year in October, to how Japan’s economy shrank almost 2 per cent in the three months through September, more economic and international headlines remained in focus.  Plus, what heightened China-Japan tensions mean for Japanese tourism and retail counters today, as well as a look ahead to Nvidia and Walmart’s earnings out mid-week. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.

With close to 300 caps between them, Hariss Harun and Safuwan Baharudin are undoubtedly the leaders in the Lions' pack. And ahead of Singapore's 'winner-takes-all' AFC Asian Cup qualification clash against Hong Kong at the Kai Tak Stadium, the duo sat down with Sports Minutes to talk about their winding roads of ups and downs that have led them to stand on the cusp of making history. Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

He’s found scoring form for club and country, secured his spot on the wing for the National Team, and is running at defenders with confidence. Now, Glenn Kweh joins Sports Minutes for an heartfelt chat about goals, growth, Gavin’s demands and the dream of making history with the Lions. Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

Coca-Cola released another computer-generated version of its famous holiday truck commercial, and viewers say it misses the mar, with the internet asking if the brand has lost its soul. What happened? What does this tell us about how consumers feel about AI? And, as companies rush to embrace AI, are we hitting a point where efficiency starts to erode authenticity? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr. Samer Elhajjar, Senior Lecturer at The Department of Marketing, National University of Singapore, to find out more.

Forget traditional life insurance. Singapore’s wealthy are now eyeing hybrid policies that promise growth and protection. Indexed Universal Life (IUL) products, tied to indices like the S&P 500, are gaining traction, offering life cover alongside wealth accumulation, tax perks, and legacy planning.  But how do these products really fit into a broader portfolio, and what’s next for this growing market? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Cassandra Wee, Managing Director (Singapore) of Poni Insurtech and Executive Director and CEO of Poni Financial Advisory Pte. Ltd, to find out more.

Ning Collective is a mindful lifestyle brand dedicated to helping people slow down, find clarity, and live with intention. Born from the realization that life shouldn’t just be about survival or comparison, Ning Collective creates tools that inspire reflection, balance, and self-defined success. They believe growth happens not through constant hustle, but through consistency, awareness, and alignment with what truly matters. The Consistency Project was created to help people show up for themselves every day by getting clear on their goals, building sustainable habits, and finding real balance in their lives. On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Natalie Khoo, Co-founder, Ning Collective, to find out more.

Singapore shares fell today to track losses seen in the region. The Straits Times Index was down 0.91% at 4,534.17 points at 1.05pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$896.94M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Sats after the in-flight caterer and ground handler yesterday posted a 13.3 per cent year-on-year rise in Q2 net profit to S$78.9 million, from S$69.7 million. Elsewhere, from three regional Federal Reserve presidents voicing concerns over moving rates while inflation remained stubbornly high, to how Disney is eyeing sports and anime to boost its Asia streaming business – more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.

Ahead of the 'winner-takes-all' assignment in Hong Kong on November 18, Singapore fell to a 3-2 defeat in a friendly against Thailand. Scoreline aside, what did we learn from the performance? And how are things shaping up in the Lions' den ahead of next week's clash? Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in on Sports Minutes. Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

Next year, Singapore’s lower-wage workers could be taking home a little more. The National Wages Council is recommending a pay rise of up to 7.5%. But how much difference will it really make?  And can businesses keep up amid a slowing global economy? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr Ong Ee Cheng, senior lecturer at the department of economics at the National University of Singapore, to find out more.