Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

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Singapore’s ongoing trade negotiations with the United States come at a critical juncture for the global economy. With Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong reporting progress, including the potential for zero tariffs on pharmaceutical exports, in the face of rising protectionism and uncertainty. Beyond tariff relief, what would constitute a meaningful win? How can Singapore build long-term trade resilience and secure access to emerging technologies in a fragmented global landscape? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to MEI Yuan, Assistant Professor of Economics from Singapore Management University to find out more. 

Singapore shares dipped today, tracking movements in the region.  The Straits Times Index was down 0.31% at 3,885.80 points at 2.13pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$681.30M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Creative Technology, after the company named Freddy Sim, the younger brother of its late founder Sim Wong Hoo, as chief executive officer.  Elsewhere, from shares of Alibaba slumping on the back of a report that its AI deal with Apple was facing scrutiny in the US, to how Nvidia plans to sell a technology to speed up chip-to-chip communication needed to build and deploy AI tools, more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.

The US dollar has taken a beating. But has it really fallen all that much this year? The greenback has fallen some 6% overall against a basket of world currencies since the start of the year. Will it continue to decline? If so, how much further? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Sim Moh Siong, Currency Strategist, Bank of Singapore, to find out more.

Knai Bang Chatt, is Kep’s original luxury boutique retreat just a 45-minute flight from Siem Reap, followed by a scenic 2-hour drive. Founded by Jeff Moons, Knai Bang Chatt blends minimalist luxury with local culture. The 1960s villas were restored by French architect Francoise Lavielle. So, why did Jeff Moons decide to start this business and create a hotel in a remote village like Kep? What inspired him to focus on sustainability and local culture? And how does Knai Bang Chatt offer a truly unique luxury experience? On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Jeff Moons, Founder and CEO of Knai Bang Chatt, in Kep West, Cambodiato find out more.

Have you ever tried longkang fishing, or catching fish in canals or drains as a child?  If you have, you just might be familiar with the company that we’re talking about today – Qian Hu Fish Farm.  After all, Qian Hu’s longkang fishing experience remains a core memory of many born in the 1990s. With its beginnings as a humble fish farm in 1988, Qian Hu now looks at aquatic and pet care solutions, with a global footprint in 80 cities and countries.  The company prides itself on its expertise in ornamental fish breeding, aquaculture and pet accessories, with a focus on innovation and technology.  At its ornamental fish trading division, Qian Hu Fish Farm Trading, the firm farms, imports, exports and distributes fish, with direct exports to Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia.  And the number of species and varieties exported – over 1,000 of them.  The industry that Qian Hu lies in is an interesting one to talk about, given Singapore's status as one of the world's top exporters of ornamental fish.  Despite its position, the market remains niche, with Singapore’s export value standing at about US$35 million back in 2022.  So who are the players within the industry, and what can ornamental fish exporters like Qian Hu do to improve its output and position for further growth in land scarce Singapore? Should they also diversify beyond ornamental fish? Speaking of which, Qian Hu had in 2017 established an aquaculture division in the Chinese province of Hainan to farm antibiotic-free edible fish. The division has since expanded to look at farming Marbled Goby and Vannamei shrimp in Singapore. But how has the firm’s strategic expansion into aquaculture helped it position for future growth?   On Under the Radar, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Yap Kok Cheng, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Qian Hu.

It was a night to remember at the Bishan Stadium but alas, it was one that stung. The Lion City Sailors battled to the brink of AFC Champions League Two glory, but Sharjah FC’s winner in stoppage time ultimately crushed their dreams. Sports Minutes dissects it all in the company of three players who lived every second of that emotional final - Hariss Harun, Toni Datkovic & Hami Syahin, as well as The Straits Times' Deepanraj Ganesan.  READ MORE: Lion City Sailors denied at final hurdle as Sharjah FC clinch AFC Champions League Two title at Bishan Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com.sg

In a span of a week, the news reported the horrific deaths of two beloved community cats in Singapore, and upon further inspection, it is due to the gruesome abuse and harm that was inflicted upon them. Earlier this year, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals called for stronger animal protection laws and enforcement as the number of confirmed reports of animal cruelty and welfare concerns hit a 12-year high, with reports stating over 2,000 animals being victims, with 60.7% of them being cats. On The Hot Seat, Hongbing Jeong speaks to James Gomez, Senior Associate at Edmond Pereira Law Corporation and Kalaivanan Balakrishnan, CEO of Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (ACRES), in order to find out if Singapore's laws is sufficient to protect stray animals from abuse or do Singaporeans have a moral responsibility to do so?

Singapore shares dipped today as optimism surrounding cooling global trade tensions fizzled off.  The Straits Times Index was down 0.18% at 3,884.83 points at about 12.17pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$500.29M in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Singapore Airlines. The company posted a 65 per cent rise in net profit to S$2 billion for the second half of FY2025 ended March. This lifted the group’s full-year net profit to a record S$2.8 billion. Elsewhere, from Singapore’s key exports jumping 12.4 per cent on the year, to Walmart’s CEO warning of price increases caused by US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on imports – more economic and corporate headlines remained in focus. Also on deck – a breakdown of Chinese big tech earnings out this week. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.

Selecting the right ETF can be one of the most critical decisions for investors aiming to build a robust, diversified portfolio.  With thousands of ETFs covering everything from broad market indices to niche thematic strategies, the challenge isn't access—it's clarity.  While ETFs are praised for their cost-efficiency, transparency, and ease of trading, not all are created equal, and choosing the wrong one can compromise your investment goals. So, how do you navigate the overwhelming universe of ETF options? On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Steve Brice, Global CIO, Standard Chartered, to find out.