Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

With high-profile layoffs, contract disputes, and shifting workplace policies making headlines, employment law is at a turning point. Courts are striking down overly broad non-compete clauses, employees are questioning confidentiality agreements, and companies are rethinking how they handle workplace disputes. As legal frameworks struggle to keep pace with evolving workforce dynamics, what will employment law look like in the coming years? What’s enforceable, what’s changing, and how can both employers and employees navigate these complexities? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speals to Khelvin Xu, Director, Covenant Chambers, to find out.

Gold prices have extended their stellar run, topping $3,100 per ounce to hit another record high. That’s as uncertainty around tariffs lifted safe-haven demand and kept bullion on course for its strongest quarter since 1986. But how long can this momentum last? Will it be able to sustain this stellar run? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Priyanka Sachdeva, Senior Market Analyst, Phillip Nova, to find out more.

Since 2018, Parklab has been at the forefront of revolutionizing play and recreational spaces. Whether it's the whimsical indoor space at Changi Airport or the timber playground at Nassim Mansion, they are a testament to this vision. By designing spaces that integrate seamlessly with their surroundings, Parklab ensures that the act of play is accessible for all. CEO Jensen Goh is not just building playgrounds, he's also cultivating spaces that nurture imagination, joy, and a sense of freedom for future generations. So, how can play shape our world?  On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Jensen Goh, CEO, Parklab Group to find out more.    Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Nadiah Koh (nadkoh@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Singapore is turning 60! But have you ever stopped to think, “What does 60 really mean?” It’s the number that marks Singapore’s journey from a small trading port to a global powerhouse. But how did we get here? And how is the nation celebrating this major milestone?

In a world where LinkedIn profiles, online portfolios, and personal branding are more important than ever, some argue that the traditional resume is outdated. But others believe it remains a crucial tool for landing a job.  So, are resumes becoming obsolete, or are they just evolving with the times? On The Hot Seat, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Sam Neo, Founder of Personal Brand Lab and Stories of Asia alongside Samuel Leow, Founder of The Rebel Framework to discuss the relevance of resumes today.   Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and edited by: Nazirul Asrar Feel free to reach out to me via email (nazirulasrar@sph.com.sg), for collaborations and radio interviews!

The Singapore Straits Times Index (STI) set a record today as it crossed the 4,000-mark for the first time in early trade.  The index hit 4005.18 points shortly after the market opened. This surpassed its previous record of 3,991 points, clocked on the 27th of March. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Sinarmas Land, after an entity controlled by Indonesia’s billionaire Widjaja family – Lyon Investments – made a voluntary unconditional cash offer for all the shares in Sinarmas Land that it does not already own at S$0.31 apiece. Elsewhere, from Trump’s tariff plans propelling the safe haven gold to a record high to Hong Kong’s derivative trading surging to highs previously not seen – more international headlines remain 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.

2025 is set to be a pivotal year for corporate real estate. With rapid shifts in geopolitics, technology, and workplace expectations, the industry is not just evolving—it's demanding proactive change.  How has the landscape of investing in corporate real estate changed over time and what will be the key trends that will drive this market in 2025? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr Lee Elliott, Head of Global Occupier Research, Knight Frank, to find out more.

Netball Singapore is entering a bold new era. With Daniel Ho at the helm as CEO and Tara Steel leading the charge as head coach & technical director, the Vandas are gearing up for an action-packed 2025. And on Sports Minutes, we dive into their vision, the game plan for Singapore’s netball future, and what it will take to elevate the sport. From high-performance strategies to growing the netball community, this is the inside track on the next chapter of Singapore netball.  READ MORE: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/netball-singapore-appoints-australian-tara-steel-as-national-head-coach-and-technical-director Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

Joan Low next once managed a US$1.3 billion portfolio at JP Morgan. But today, she’s helping others manage their mental and emotional well-being. Her ThoughtFull app provides bite-sized counselling sessions with certified professionals and mental wellness programs for corporate and educational organisations. Her vision is for seeking mental health to be as aspirational and habit-forming as seeking physical health is today. So, how is ThoughtFull making preventative mental healthcare accessible to all?  On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Joan Low, CEO and Founder of ThoughtFull to find out more.    Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Nadiah Koh (nadkoh@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Singapore shares rose today even as investors mull the impact of US President Donald Trump’s new auto tariffs on the broader Asian region. The Straits Times Index rose 0.42% to 3,980.25 points at 2.32pm with a value turnover of S$629.16M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have mm2 Asia, after the firm’s cinema chain Cathay Cineplexes ceased operations at its Jem outlet in Jurong East today.  Elsewhere, from how US and Asian automakers reacted to Trump’s latest tariff salvo, to Microsoft reportedly abandoning data centre projects set to use two gigawatts of electricity in the US and Europe in the last six months – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus.  On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital.