The Afternoon Update with Lynlee Foo
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NOV 6, 2022
06/11/22 - The View: A Singaporean in Paris PreviewSing’theatre's twice sold-out musical comedy, A SINGAPOREAN IN PARIS' revolves around the experience of a Singaporean performer who travels to Paris to pursue his life-long dream of performing in a cabaret. He navigates his way around a new city, language, culture and finds himself in the company of other foreign talents, all pursuing their own dreams and overcoming their hurdles in the City of Light!
Nathalie Ribette founder and artistic director of Sing'theatre and Hossan Leong, director and Singaporean in Paris - speak to Rachel Kelly to share more.
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NOV 3, 2022
03/11/22 - Sustainable Singapore: Bean to bar and revitalising the Asian chocolate industryYou may have heard of farm to table - but what about Bean to bar? Coming up in the best of the afternoon update - Rachel Kelly speaks to Jerome Penafort, founder of local chocolaterie Mr. Bucket, on supporting local communities by revitalising the Asian chocolate industry.
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NOV 3, 2022
03/11/22 - Money in the Market: What did Powell signal?As expected, the US Federal Reserve raised rates by 75 basis points for the fourth time in a row.The move lifts the Fed’s benchmark to a 3.75%-4% range, from nearly zero in March. But Fed Chair Jerome Powell has left little doubt that he’s prepared to push rates as high as needed to stamp out inflation, saying that incoming data since the last meeting suggests that ultimate level of interest rates will be higher than previously expected. On Money in the Market, Alvin Liew, Senior Economist at UOB, joins us to tell us more about the interest rate hike and what Powell signalled during his speech.
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NOV 2, 2022
02/11/22 - Your Health: Signs and Symptoms of Lung CancerDid you know lung cancer is the deadliest cancer in Singapore? That’s because 60% of those diagnosed are at stage 4 of the cancer. What are the signs and symptoms you should look out for - and when is a cough a sign of something more sinister? Rachel Kelly finds out from Clinical Assistant Professor Amit Jain, Senior Consultant, Division of Medical Oncology, National Cancer Centre Singapore
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NOV 2, 2022
02/11/22 - Money in the Market: Is it a good time to invest in the aviation sector?It seems like skies will be brighter for the sector after being battered by the COVID-19 pandemic. As we gear up to the end of the year - and with loosening of border restrictions - travel demand is surging. On Money in the Market, Shukor Yusof, Founder of Endau Analytics, joins us to tell us about the current trends in the aviation market and where airlines stand within the return to normalcy.
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NOV 1, 2022
01/11/22 - Money in the Market: How much overseas property can you get for US$1 million?The strength of the dollar has negatively impacted other major currencies, with the soaring US dollar spreading pain worldwide. But for those who earn in dollars and have those dollars available to spend on residential property- this may be the prime opportunity to buy prime property abroad. On Money in the Market, Paul Tostevin, Director & Head of Savills World Research, joins us to tells us how currency moves are opening up opportunities to those looking to buy property overseas like in London.
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NOV 1, 2022
01/11/22 - Eco Money: Are Singapore's NetZero targets aggressive enough?Singapore has announced it will set 2050 as the year its greenhouse gas emissions reach net zero, and has also earmarked a stronger 2030 target. But - some say these targets are not aggressive enough.
Rachel Kelly speaks to Tan Wooi Leong, Managing Director of Energy & Industrial, Surbana Jurong to get his thoughts and find out what the new targets mean for Singapore’s energy and infrastructure sectors.
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OCT 31, 2022
31/10/22 - Money in the Market: Will the US Fed make a dovish pivot?A slew of economic data out today - Japan's factory output fell in September for the first time in four months, while South Korea's industrial output fell in September for the third month in a row. Disappointing data out from China as well - with factory and services activity falling on relentless COVID curbs. On Money in the Market, Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy, Asia at Mizuho Bank, tells us what this means for their respective economy and what we can also expect for that upcoming US Fed interest rate decision.
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OCT 28, 2022
28/10/22 - Market Hit: Why were the Reits the biggest movers on the STI?On Money in the Market, Geoff Howie, Market Strategist at SGX, joins us to give us a wrap of what's been moving in markets this week. He talks STI's performance this week; biggest movers of the STI being the Reits market, Singapore inflation numbers; mega merger of Sembmarine, Keppel O&M; and what to expect next week.
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OCT 28, 2022
28/10/22 - The View: Pinocchio preview with Pam OeiWild Rice is bringing one of the world’s most beloved characters to the Singapore stage - Pinocchio!
It’s been described as a hilarious and heartwarming celebration of family, friendship and the importance of being true to yourself, AND the perfect holiday treat.
Wood they lie? 🤥
Rachel Kelly speaks to Director, Pam Oei to find out more about the production.
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