Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

You would have heard of the old proverb that goes “all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy”.  So – we’re going to talk all about play, and in particular about the future of play with our guest today, Toys “R” Us Asia.  Headquartered in Hong Kong, Toys “R” Us Asia operates around 460 stores across Asia, with an aim to fuel imagination and inspire the next generation through the power of toys and play.  That means providing toys and experiences for both children and also what it terms as “kidults”. What is key to note, though, is that Toys”R” Us is independent from the other Toys “R” Us companies we see in the rest of the world. For Toys “R” Us Asia specifically, its footprint spans across Mainland China, Japan, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand and Brunei. The firm also licences over 90 additional stores in the Philippines and Macau. Now, Toys “R” Us Asia  is an interesting company to look at because of how drastically the toy industry has changed globally in recent years.  According to a report by market research firm Circana out in June 2024, consumers aged 18 and above spent US$1.5 billion in toy-related purchases from January through April. The numbers meant that the adults outstripped the three-to five-year-old consumer group as the most important demographic age group for the toy industry.  But what opportunities does this present for toy retailers like Toys “R” Us Asia? And what will this mean in terms of store layouts, and products to bring on the shelves? On Under the Radar, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Leo Tsoi, CEO and Board Member at Toys“R”Us Asia.

Have you always wanted to help people? Is being a doctor the career you've always wanted but just didn't know how to start, or where to begin? On That's How! Roshan Gidwani uncovers some key points that can help you figure out if being a doctor is really for you or someone you know.  Source: 1.https://www.truity.com/blog/should-i-become-doctor 2. https://sg.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/doctor-career-path-singapore

For Singaporeans who grew up in this country, we pretty much know the ‘formula’ to succeeding in life: acing the system through good grades and then finding a decent job. This is, however, not how life has been for Workato’s CEO, Vijay Tella.  The realities of growing up in India during the 50s and 60s shaped his nuanced outlook on how societal factors need to work hand-in-hand with a certain degree of luck for one to have a ‘decent’ life.  Vijay has led a few start-ups to success, and he prides this streak of excellence to the workplace culture that he brings to these companies. On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks with Vijay Tella, CEO, Workato to find out more about his perspective towards life, from the boy who grew up in hardship in India and to the CEO now running a business.

Mothers hold a special role at their child's wedding, often facing unique challenges in fashion and styling. Balancing tradition with modern trends and fitting the wedding theme can be tricky. Here enters Lorraine Lee, Founder and Creative Designer of Zion Creation, brings over 30 years of experience in creating elegant cheongsams and gowns for mothers. She offers expert insights into current fashion trends, timeless styles, and practical advice for navigating multiracial weddings while respecting cultural and religious customs. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani talk with Lorraine Lee, Founder and Creative Director of Zion Creation, about how mothers can balance tradition, modern trends, and cultural customs in their wedding attire. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Meng Choon Chua Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Cat memes have been trending since the 1990s, with office workers and friends sending them via email. As the web developed, demand for these content increased, leading to websites like ICanHasCheezburger showcasing popular pet videos and cat memes. Also, scientists predict Earth will receive a second moon this autumn, as a small asteroid, 2024 PT5, will temporarily become a "mini-moon" due to Earth's gravitational pull. The asteroid, which is 10m long, will orbit Earth for two months before escaping.

What's the key to caring and how can we go the extra mile? Is it through relationships and connections? Dr Jade Kua, Master Certified Coach and Founder of Jade Life and Wellness Coaching Academy shares more about her multifaceted career and explores the challenges she’s faced so that we can all learn more about how she integrates wellness and mindfulness into her own life and the lives of others. Maybe we can use some of that wisdom to transform ourselves for the better!  Presented by: Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Roshan Gidwani (rgidwani@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop us an email today!

Just like the TV series “Succession”, the Murdoch family got together again. How will the empire be divided and what are the repercussions? What do The Evening Runway crew think? Press play because Roshan Gidwani and Chua Tian Tian shall spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg, hongbin@sph.com.sg. 

Having embarked on an ambitious attempt to secure a move to a European football club, Ryhan Stewart was recently surprisingly unveiled as a new signing for Singapore Premier League team Albirex Niigata instead. So how and why did this happen? And just how close was Ryhan to joining a club in Europe? He joins us on Sports Minutes to shed light on this and much more. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg

Singapore stocks began the day trading in negative territory, despite gains in global equities overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) shed 0.4 per cent to 3,608.22 points after 56.8 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of developments to watch, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has set up a Cyber and Technology Resilience Experts panel or the CTREX panel to help ensure the robustness of the country’s financial sector in these two areas. But what are the implications on the investing community? Meanwhile, from more on gold prices staying near record highs, to comments by US Fed officials on the country’s fight against inflation, more international headlines remain in focus.  Also on deck, how OpenAI has reportedly pitched the Biden administration on the need for massive data centres that could each use as much power as entire cities. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Poh, Head of Investment and ESG Strategies, South Asia, Amundi.

Do you find yourself getting stressed at work? Are there too many tasks? Are you looking to keep calm and complete your work in an orderly manner? On That's How! Roshan Gidwani uncovers some key points that can help you not crack under pressure at work. Source: https://www.truity.com/blog/how-not-crack-under-pressure-fast-paced-work-environment-intp