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.
JUL 22, 2021
22/07/21 - Assessing Market Volatility and Broader Risks from EvergrandeThere have been some signs of volatility starting to creep up across markets once again. Meanwhile, Mainland Chinese markets seem to be on better footing in the second half of the year, though mounting concerns from a potential collapse of one of China's biggest developers lurk. Peter Chun, founder of Silverbear Capital, joined us on Prime Time to talk about his outlook for emerging markets amidst this volatility, along with the potential fallout of Evergrande's collapse for Greater Chinese markets.
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JUL 22, 2021
22/07/21 - Across the ASEAN: COVID-19 Whallops Indonesia AgainThe resurgence of COVID-19 infections in Indonesia sees the region's largest economy overtake India as the new epicenter for the coronavirus, and thwarts efforts by Jakarta to reopen the economy. Wellian Wiranto, OCBC Economist who covers Indonesia, joined us on Across the ASEAN to discuss the recent lockdown's implications on Indonesia's economic outlook.
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JUL 22, 2021
22/07/21 - Tech Talk: Chrome security risk, Netflix's gaming strategy & how Whatsapp group calls are changingOn Tech Talk, Rachel Kelly and Timothy Go speak to Cheryl Tan, Senior Writer, Tech360.tv who shares the latest from the tech sector including; a potential security issue with the Chrome browser, updates with Netflix venturing into the gaming sector and Whatsapp updating its group calling feature.
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JUL 21, 2021
21/07/21 - Eco Money: What are 'brown' or transition bonds?Most of us have heard of Green Bonds and Blue Bonds, but are not so familiar with ‘Brown Bonds’ or Transition Bonds. On Eco Money, Rachel Kelly and Timothy Go speak to Helge Muenkel, Head of Asia Pacific, Sustainable Finance & Global Capital Markets, ING who shares more what they are, and how significant the sector is.
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JUL 21, 2021
21/07/21 - ST: The Big Story, 21 JulyIn The Straits Times’ The Big Story, assistant video editor Olivia Quay spoke to Angie Chew, founder of Brahm Centre, who discusses how family and friends can spot early signs of psychological distress among teenagers, as Students from River Valley High School returned to campus and also Dr Leong Hoe Nam from the Rophi Clinic weighs in on what must be done to encourage more seniors to sign up for their Covid-19 jabs.
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JUL 21, 2021
21/07/21 - Sustainable Singapore: Funding the alternative protein sceneWith consumers wanting to bring down their carbon footprint by reducing their meat intake, the alternative-protein space is growing rapidly. Big Idea Ventures has recognised this and launched its New Protein Fund which supports early-stage food companies to build, test, and prepare for growth. On Sustainable Singapore, Rhianne Lovell-Boland speaks to Christian Cadeo, Managing Partner for Asia, Big Idea Ventures who shares more about the alternative protein scene and how the fund supports food businesses.
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JUL 21, 2021
21/07/21 - Businesses call for more support amid tightened Covid-19 measuresFrom tomorrow until the 18th August, Singapore will return to phase 2 heightened alert. Dining in will not be allowed during this period, among other restrictions.
Rachel Kelly and Timothy Go speak to Kurt Wee, President, Association of Small and Medium Enterprises who shares more on the challenges businesses face and the kind of support they require with the return to Phase 2 heightened alert.
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JUL 19, 2021
19/07/21 - Of Investing Wants, Changing Needs, and Possible Market ComplacencyQontigo uses a model to track investor decisions, and if they're either driven by positive wants of returns from sectors or companies, or if they're driven by the needs to mitigate or de-risk. The model though sees that de-risking needs may be hinting at a rockier road ahead for investors. Olivier d'Assier, Head of Applied Research for the APAC region at Qontigo, spoke to us on Prime Time about what their most recent findings mean for markets in the region, and why volatility matters for investors.
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JUL 19, 2021
19/07/21 - In The Spotlight: Singapore home sales dropped for a third straight monthIn The Spotlight, Rachel Kelly and Timothy Go spoke to Faris Mokhtar, journalist at Bloomberg to discuss the latest happenings in Singapore’s property market.
Singapore home sales dropped for a third straight month as tightened pandemic restrictions cooled a rebound in the property market.
According to the latest figures from the Urban Redevelopment Authority, developers sold 872 units last month, down 2.6 per cent from 895 units in May.
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JUL 19, 2021
19/07/21 - Singapore's largest active Covid-19 clusters: KTVs & Jurong Fishery PortOn SGExtra, hosts Timothy Go and Rachel Kelly spoke to Zakir Hussain, Singapore Editor at The Straits Times to find out about the latest on the Covid-19 clusters here in Singapore.
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