Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Singapore shares began the day trading in positive territory, mirroring overnight gains in Wall Street. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) climbed 0.4 per cent to 3,525.04 points after 24 million securities worth S$62 million changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Del Monte Pacific. The Philippine food and beverage maker sank deeper into the red in the first quarter ended July with a net loss of US$34.2 million, widening from a loss of US$13.1 million in the year-ago period.  Elsewhere, from private economists' growth forecast for Singapore’s economy this year to the impact of the US Presidential debate on US equities and Bitcoin prices, more local and international headlines remain in focus.  Also on deck – what to watch tonight when the latest US inflation numbers come in.  On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Too Jun Cheong, Assistant Dealing Manager from Moomoo Singapore.

What's more important than getting all your tasks done at work? Minimising stress levels whilst doing so. So essentially, it comes down to how the work is done and who's been instructed to do it.  How is this possible? It's through delegation. But what's that really mean and how can one find out the right levels of work to delegate?  Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani discuss on That's How! Kel Jin, the Director of Shopee Singapore, gives us some insight as well.  Source: www.online.hbs.edu/blog/post/how-to-delegate-effectively

Are you looking forward to the F1 weekend this year? Beyond the chequered flag, Singapore’s nightlife scene is set to rev up with a slew of electrifying after-parties. But have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes? Meet the former corporate lawyer planning Singapore Grand Prix's buzziest after-parties. Jeannette Tan gave up a successful, stable career in corporate law, working across the UK, Malaysia and Singapore, to specialize in high-end event planning. On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks with Jeannette Tan, Group Managing Director of Amber Lounge and Founder of Singapore-based luxe lifestyle events management company, Imaginoire to find out more. 

JD Sip’s signature creation, Ube Cream Liqueur, has garnered multiple international accolades, including the prestigious World's Best Cream Liqueur Award in 2022. Made from ube, a vibrant purple yam native to the Philippines, the liqueur boasts a unique flavour profile akin to taro or yam, flavours beloved by many across Asia, including Singapore. On Culture Club, hosts Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani chat with Justyn Ng, Co-founder & Director of JD Sip Pte Ltd, to uncover the story behind this award-winning liqueur and explore the inspiration and passion fuelling its success. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

On What's Trending, Singaporean carpenter Govindharaj Muthiah has been commissioned to create two custom-made chairs for Pope Francis' upcoming visit to Singapore. He will meet with President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, presiding over mass at the National Stadium, and holding an interreligious dialogue session. Also, Kamala Harris has received her biggest endorsement yet from Taylor Swift, following her debate with former President Donald Trump. She pledged to vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 presidential election, signing off with a phrase referring to Trump's running mate, JD Vance.

What's it take to represent a brand and make sales for them? What kind of accomplishments must you have and how can you meet existing brand ambassadors?  If it's that easy, couldn't we all do it? Or... must we have a unique voice and approach?  Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani discuss on That's How! Stuart Fear, Ambassador for Brown-Forman chimes in... Drink responsibly.  Source: www.thinkific.com/blog/how-to-become-brand-ambassador/ Source for the movie clip: "Zohan"

Chester Bennington’s son is not happy about his father’s replacement in the band. Who is it? And how are fans feeling about it? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg.   

Today we’re going to talk about a blue chip company listed on the SGX that will definitely ring a bell with our audience, especially those tracking the Straits Times Index.   Headquartered in Singapore, our guest CapitaLand Investment is a global real asset manager with a strong Asia foothold.  If you recall, the company successfully de-merged from the development business of CapitaLand Limited some time back. It then listed on the SGX-Securities Trading Limited on 20 September 2021, creating one of Asia’s leading listed global real asset managers.  The firm looks at a diversified range of real estate asset classes including retail, office, lodging, industrial, logistics, business parks, wellness, self-storage and even data centres. That’s across core markets within Southeast Asia as well as in China and India. As of the end of June 2024, the firm had S$134 billion worth of assets under management, as well as S$100 billion of funds under management held via six listed real estate investment trusts and business trusts, as well as a suite of private real asset vehicles that invest in thematic and tactical strategies. In Southeast Asia, CapitaLand Invest manages three funds including the S$1 billion CapitaLand SEA Logistics Fund as well as the firm’s inaugural wellness and healthcare-related real estate fund called the CapitaLand Wellness Fund. But what will the firm’s focus areas within the region be going forward?  On Under the Radar, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Patricia Goh, Chief Executive Officer, Southeast Asia Investment, CapitaLand Investment. 

Singapore shares began the day trading in positive territory, mirroring overnight gains in global markets.  In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) climbed 0.5 per cent to 3,512.12 points after 47.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch, we have Centurion, after the accommodation assets operator said its indirect wholly owned subsidiary will set up two joint venture companies with Xiamen City Home Apartment Management to retrofit and manage Build-To-Rent residential housing in Xiamen, China.  Elsewhere from Apple and Huawei unveiling new smartphones to market sentiment ahead of the first Trump-Harris presidential debate tonight – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – China’s export numbers and Alibaba’s inclusion on the Stock Connect Programme linking Shanghai and Shenzhen bourses to the Hong Kong exchange. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Khoon Goh, Head of Asia Research at ANZ.

ALUXE has been dedicated to crafting high-quality jewelry since its founding. The name ALUXE comes from the abbreviation of "A luxury moment," representing the precious moments we all have, as well as the brand's philosophy and style. Marking a year of brilliance in Singapore, ALUXE, Taiwan's leading wedding jewellery brand celebrates its first anniversary by reopening its refurbished flagship store at ION Orchard and announcing its strategic expansion in Southeast Asia.  On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeng and Roshan Gidwani speak with John Yu, CEO and Founder of ALUXE to find out more.  Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh  Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg