The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo


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Stay in the know with programs such as Viewpoint and Industry Insights in property, cryptocurrency, aviation, and shipping. We delve into the latest news, current events, and market updates to provide you with valuable insights into making informed financial decisions.


JUL 22, 2022
22/07/22 - Money in The Market: Sectors to watch this earnings season
With earnings season now in full swing - Geoff Howie, Market Strategist at the SGX shares what sectors to watch this earning season. 
10:20

JUL 22, 2022
22/07/22 - The View: NASDAQ listed Healthcare Triangle to open regional hub in Singapore
In this episode of The View - Anchor Rachel Kelly speaks to Suresh Venkatachari, Chairman and CEO of NASDAQ Listed, Healthcare Triangle, for his view on the growth of health tech in the region and to find out where he is investing to grow the firm's presence in Asia.
11:00

JUL 21, 2022
21/07/22 - Sustainable Singapore: Marsh launches tool to help companies analyse ESG initiatives
SGX RegCo is considering whether to mandate all listed companies to prepare their sustainability reports using a common digital format. One thing is certain, for listed and private companies here in Singapore - ESG is top of mind for all stakeholders. Marsh has launched an assessment tool that measures an organization’s environmental, social and governance performance. Rachel Kelly finds out more from  Dr. Graeme Riddell, Climate & Sustainability Consulting Leader, Marsh Asia.
12:30

JUL 21, 2022
21/07/22 - Money in the Market: What are the types of currency risks faced by South and South East Asia corporates?
The currencies of India, Indonesia and the Philippines, have depreciated sharply against the US dollar in the last one and half months. And these three countries account for the bulk of corporate bond issuances for South and South East Asia. With this CreditSights has just published on the outlook for corporates in the regions amid currency risks. On Money in the Market, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Lakshmanan R, Senior Research Analyst for APAC Corporates at CreditSights to discuss more about the recent report. 
07:52

JUL 20, 2022
20/07/22 - Your Health: Connecting the health data dots
The public health response to the pandemic has been one of the biggest accelerants of technology implementation into health systems. Riverr - a digital platform of tools aims to simplify how health data can be verified across organisations and governments while maintaining the privacy of individuals. Rachel Kelly speaks to Kristina Lynge, CEO and Co-founder, Riverr to find out more. 
08:06

JUL 20, 2022
20/07/22 - Money in the Market: Will the ECB hike interest rates by 50 basis points?
The European Central Bank will begin hiking interest rates from tomorrow in an effort to stem rampant inflation. This will be their first rate hike since 2011. And according to people familiar with the matter, the ECB may consider raising interest rates by double the quarter-point it outlined just last month because of the worsening inflation backdrop. On Money in the Market, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Radhika Rao, Executive Director & Senior Economist at DBS Bank, Singapore to discuss how likely the ECB may lift rates by 50 basis points. 
09:45

JUL 19, 2022
19/07/22 - Eco Money: Track your carbon footprint and 'LiveBetter'
You may be familiar with the term carbon footprint -  But do you know how significant yours is? Or even how to monitor it on a daily basis? Well - now there is an app to help you track and even offset your carbon footprint through your daily expenses. Rachel Kelly finds out more from Sourabh Sharma, Executive Director of Digital Banking, DBS Consumer Banking Group 01:25: How are sustainability trends driving sustainability offerings by banks? 06:15: How can you offset your carbon footprint as you spend? 10:22: What are some of the key consumer trends when it comes to tracking carbon footprints through credit or debit card spend?
13:02

JUL 19, 2022
19/07/22 - Money in the Market: Will inflation in Singapore ease next year?
The Monetary Authority of Singapore has posted a $7.4 billion annual loss, weighed down by stronger Singdollar amid soaring inflation. At the same time, the MAS says inflation may ease next year, but that outlook is still uncertain. On Money in the Market, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Selena Ling, Head of Treasury Research & Strategy at OCBC Bank to discuss the impact this has on Singapore's economy, as well as the type of risks that can trigger inflation to continue into next year. 
09:43

JUL 18, 2022
18/07/22 - When will inflation ease?
With prices at the pump, the till, and rents continuing to rise - what do consumers need to know about inflation and the implications of wider geopolitical events on our pursestrings. How long can we expect this inflationary environment, and are salaries this year likely to increase to match inflation? The Afternoon Update host Rachel Kelly finds out from Vasu Menon Executive Director, Investment Strategy, Wealth Management Singapore, OCBC Bank.
11:26

JUL 18, 2022
18/07/22 - Money in the Market: Will we see an end to the 'crypto winter'?
Cryptocurrencies have suffered a brutal comedown this year, losing US$2 trillion in value since the height of a massive rally in 2021. And that has resulted in many experts warning of a prolonged bear market known as “crypto winter.” On Money in the Market, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Suvashree Ghosh, Crypto Currency Reporter for APAC at Bloomberg to find out more about what's currently happening in the crypto world. 
09:13

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