Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian
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Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.
MAR 26, 2022
26/03/22 - Forex Fridays: Looking at Dollars and the Curious Case of the YenIt's been an interesting last few weeks for dollar currencies, with a hawkish Federal Reserve reviving the case for the US Dollar, and possibly blunting any upside for the Singapore Dollar. Plus, volatility in commodity prices may be bad for markets, but bring upside for the Australian Dollar. Peter Chia, Senior FX Strategist at UOB, joined us on Forex Fridays to recap the first quarter, and also discuss the curious case of the Japanese Yen's remarkable slide in recent weeks.
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MAR 25, 2022
25/03/22 - In The Spotlight: An analysis of the latest from the war in UkraineUS President Joe Biden will travel to a town near the Polish-Ukrainian border today, in a bid to signal Western unity against Russia’s onslaught.
It comes as the UKs Defense Ministry said Ukraine was pushing Russian troops back and regaining ground near Kyiv.
In The Spotlight, Prime Time’s Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to Pushan Dutt, Professor of economics and political sciences at INSEAD for the latest updates from the war in Ukraine.
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MAR 25, 2022
25/03/22 - What you need to know about Singapore's easing of Covid-19 rulesThere will be an easing off on mandatory mask-wearing outdoors from next Tuesday (March 29), as Singapore moves towards a new phase of living with Covid-19.
This was among a number of key changes to measures implemented in the fight against the pandemic that Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and the multi-ministry task force tackling Covid-19 announced on Thursday.
On SGExtra, Prime Time’s TImothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to Timothy Goh, Health Correspondent at The Straits Times to find out what you need to know about the new Covid-19 measures announced on Thursday.
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MAR 25, 2022
25/03/22 - ST: The Big Story, 25 Mar - Spike in big group bookings for eateries as larger groups of diners set to returnSeveral restaurants, as well as venues with live music, have already seen a spike for bookings following the announcement yesterday that dining-in capacities will double from five to 10 people per group from next Tuesday.
The current restriction on the sale and consumption of alcohol in food and beverage establishments after 10.30pm will also be lifted.
The Restaurant Association of Singapore - whose membership base represents 800 brands across more than 5,000 outlets - called it a "joyous day" for the F&B community and customers.
In The Straits Times’ The Big Story, Multimedia journalist Hairianto Dirman spoke to Benjamin Boh, a RAS management committee member on how the association's members are preparing for these changes.
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MAR 24, 2022
24/03/22 - In The Spotlight: Inside the Singapore gig economyMany food delivery riders are satisfied with their work but feel that it is misunderstood, according to a study by Blackbox Research released on Wednesday (Mar 23). In fact, there are also concerns about the possibility of CPF contributions being made mandatory.
In The Spotlight, Prime Time's Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to David Black, CEO of Blackbox Research to find out more about their study.
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MAR 24, 2022
24/03/22 - ST: The Big Story, 24 Mar - S'pore ready to take a decisive step forward towards living with Covid-19, says PM LeeGroup size limits will go up to 10 people, among measures that will go into effect from Tuesday, as part of what Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong called a decisive but measured step forward towards living with Covid-19.
In The Straits Times' The Big Story, Multimedia journalist Hairianto Dirman spoke to Professor Teo Yik Ying, dean of NUS' Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health on these developments.
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MAR 24, 2022
24/03/22 - How Commodity Price Swings May Figure in UOB's 2Q OutlookThe end to the 1st quarter was marked by heightened volatility linked to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and its impact on surging crude oil prices. How might this shape the second quarter of 2022? And what must investors brace for if the US Federal Reserve hikes rates at a more aggressive clip? Heng Koon How, Head of Markets Strategy at UOB, joined us on Prime Time to share their outlook for the next 3 months.
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MAR 24, 2022
24/03/22 - What Singapore's easing of Covid-19 means for the tourism sectorAviation and travel-related counters in Singapore were up today, after Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced the easing of a slew of Covid-19 measures, including the streamlining of travel requirements in a nationwide address.
As Singapore moves to a so-called Vaccinated Travel Framework starting next week, what exciting opportunities lie ahead for the tourism sector and leisure travel?
Prime Time's Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to Lavinia Rajaram, Asia Head of Public Relations with Expedia Group to find out.
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MAR 24, 2022
24/03/22 - What Singapore's easing of Covid-19 measures means for businessesSingapore announced several key changes to its Covid-19 measures today, including larger group sizes and making mask-wearing optional in outdoor settings from Mar 29, as part of what Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong described as taking a “decisive step forward” towards living with Covid-19.
After a turbulent two years of absorbing blows from the pandemic, what does this mean for Singapore businesses? Prime Time's Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to Kurt Wee, President of the Association of Small & Medium Enterprises to find out.
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MAR 23, 2022
23/03/22 - ST: The Big Story, 23 Mar - One Husband Two MenIn The Straits Times’ The Big Story, Multimedia journalist Hairianto Dirman spoke to Margaret Ong, author of One Husband Two Men about her experience of being both wife and caregiver to a husband with schizophrenia.
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