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Singapore shares jumped today on the back of cooling trade tensions between the US and China. The Straits Times Index was up 0.74% at 3,904.86 points at 10.30am Singapore time with a value turnover of S$883.77M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Thai Beverage after the beverage maker announced on Friday that its profit for the second quarter ended Mar 31, 2025, decreased 3.2 per cent on the year to 6.7 billion baht (S$263.5 million), from a restated profit of seven billion baht. Meanwhile, global market movements remain in focus as investors welcomed the announcement that the US and China would temporarily lower tariffs on each other’s products in a 90-day cool-off period. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OCBC posted a 5% drop in Q1 profit to S$1.88 billion, beating expectations despite lower net interest income. ST Engineering reported a strong 8% rise in revenue for Q1, driven by robust contract wins. Meanwhile, tensions are rising in India following escalating hostilities with Pakistan, adding uncertainty to the markets. On the global trade front, the US and UK have hailed a ‘breakthrough’ deal, while all eyes are on this weekend’s crucial trade talks between the US and China. What do these developments mean for investors, and how could they impact market sentiment? On Market View, Alexandra Parada speaks to Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS, to discuss the latest market movements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DBS has just released its first-quarter earnings, reporting a 2% dip in net profit to S$2.9 billion, primarily due to the global minimum tax. UOB also reported its latest results, showing strong performance in its core businesses, with profit growth driven by robust loan demand and a healthy asset quality. Meanwhile, Disney posted impressive earnings, beating expectations with a 7% increase in revenue, driven by resilient demand at U.S. theme parks and a surprisingly strong performance in its streaming business. In the U.S., the Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, with Chair Jerome Powell emphasizing that more data is needed before adjusting policy, while ruling out any preemptive rate cuts in light of inflation still running above target. On Market View, Alexandra Parada speaks to David Chow, Director at Azure Capital, to discuss the latest market movement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UOB announced a flat first-quarter net profit of S$1.49 billion, missing expectations as higher credit costs and market volatility weighed on performance. Net interest income rose 2% to S$2.41 billion, though net interest margin slipped to 2.00%. Credit costs increased to 35 basis points from 25 bps in Q4, as the bank set aside pre-emptive provisions. Meanwhile, the US and China are preparing for their first formal trade talks since former President Trump imposed sweeping 145% tariffs on most Chinese goods. The People’s Bank of China cut its seven-day reverse repo rate to 1.4% and trimmed the reserve requirement ratio by 50 basis points, releasing an estimated 1 trillion yuan in long-term liquidity. On Market View, Alexandra Parada speaks to Jeremy Tan, CEO of Tiger Fund Management, to discuss more about the latest market movements. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The STI opened at 3,861 today, with movements in key stocks such as Sinarmas Land and Frasers Hospitality Trust. On the global front, Apple returned to the bond market with a $4.5 billion issuance, and Hong Kong intervened heavily to defend its currency peg. Meanwhile, Berkshire Hathaway saw a 5% dip in its stock price, sparking investor concerns. On Market View, Alexandra Parada speaks to Dan Chang, Investment Specialist and Trading Representative at PhillipCapital, to discuss the key market movements. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The STI opened at 3,856 this morning but slipped slightly to 3,841 by 9:28am, a 0.1% dip, despite the ruling party's win in GE2025. Local stocks saw positive movements, with DBS and OCBC showing gains. On the global front, markets are reacting to President Trump’s comments about potentially lowering tariffs on China, which could signal a shift in trade relations. The Singapore dollar surged by 5.3% against the US dollar, reaching its strongest level since September 2024. On Market View, Alexandra Parada speaks to David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor, to discuss more key market movements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The STI opened in the green at 3,824 points. Local earnings paint a mixed picture as CapitaLand Investment’s revenue slides 24% on the back of Ascott Trust’s deconsolidation, while Mapletree Industrial Trust holds DPU steady despite a slight 1.2% drop in revenue. Earnings from major tech names drive global sentiment - Apple beats expectations but warns of a US$900 million tariff headwind, while Amazon posts strong top-line numbers amid slower cloud growth and rising cost concerns. Microsoft and Meta also report, but markets remain cautious despite revenue growth, as investors assess margins and forward guidance. On Market View, Alexandra Parada speaks to Benjamin Goh, Head of Research at SIAS, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China’s manufacturing PMI drops to 49.0, signaling contraction, while the services sector shows signs of slowing. With Chinese banks reporting weaker earnings and narrowing net interest margins, concerns over economic growth and potential stimulus measures mount. Meanwhile, some of the Magnificent Seven tech giants are set to report earnings, with analysts forecasting strong growth despite trade tensions. On Market View, Alexandra Parada speaks to Jeff Ng, Head of Asia Macro Strategy at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares were little changed today even as markets in the region rose. The Straits Times Index was up a marginal 0.04% at 3,813.20 points at about 2.51pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$660.61M seen across the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Amara. Shares surged 27% shortly after the market opened to hit an all-time high after Hwa Hong, Wing Tai, Teo family consortium yesterday launched a bid to take Amara private at S$0.895 a share. Elsewhere, from HSBC Bank launching a US$3 billion share buyback after reporting a 25 per cent fall in first-quarter profit to fast-fashion giant Shein Group hiking US prices by as much as 377% ahead of imminent tariffs on small parcels – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Too Jun Cheong, Assistant Dealing Manager from Moomoo Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today as markets in the region traded mixed. The Straits Times Index was down 0.31% at 3,811.77 points at about 1.32pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$569.50M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Yangzijiang Financial Holding because Yangzijiang Financial is exploring the possibility of spinning off its maritime investment segment into a newly incorporated company to be listed separately on the mainboard of the Singapore Exchange. Meanwhile, from Singapore’s growth outlook turning more cautious in the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s twice-yearly Macroeconomic Report, to Airbus reaching a final agreement to take over some assets and sites from Spirit AeroSystems Holdings – more economic and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares were little moved today, after ending the previous session flat. The Straits Times Index was up 0.07% at 3,834.77 points at about 12.26pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$801.09M in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust after it posted net property income (NPI) of S$291.5 million for Q1 FY2025, a 0.8 per cent drop from the previous corresponding period. Elsewhere, from China reportedly considering suspending its 125 per cent tariff on some US imports to how Singapore Airlines has partnered OpenAI to develop and execute generative AI solutions for the airline – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares moved higher today to track the previous day’s gains. The Straits Times Index was up 0.29% at 3,843.25 points at about 11.49am Singapore time with a value turnover of S$667.64M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Keppel. The company released an update for Q1 2025 today, reporting an increase in net profit of over 25 per cent year on year, driven by strong performance in its infrastructure, real estate and asset management segments. Elsewhere, from the Trump administration reportedly considering reducing tariffs on auto parts, to what we can expect when Alphabet releases its earnings early tomorrow – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rallied today alongside regional gains seen in Asia. The Straits Times Index was up 1.02% at 3,833.95 points at 12.20pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$731.19M in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel Real Estate Investment Trust, after the Reit manager reported today a net property income growth of 13.3 per cent year-on-year to S$54.6 million in Q1 of 2025. Meanwhile, developments in the US remain in focus given a change in stance by the Trump administration on the Federal Reserve and on trade with China. That’s as US President Donald Trump said overnight that he had “no intention” of firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, while signalling a more conciliatory approach to the trade war with China. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Thilan Wickramasinghe, Head of Equity Research, Maybank Securities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today, tracking gains seen in the previous session. The Straits Times Index was up 0.95% at 3,795.06 points at 2.35pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$965.10M in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch for today, we have Frasers Centrepoint Trust after the trust’s manager said yesterday that its preferential offering was 24.8 per cent oversubscribed. Meanwhile, from market expectations ahead of Tesla’s Q1 earnings release, to how Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche said it would invest US$50 billion in the US over the next five years – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Jeremy Tan, CEO, Tiger Fund Management.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares moved higher today even as regional investors remained downbeat given US tariff concerns. The Straits Times Index was up 1.18% at 3,764.16 points at 2.09pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$647.77M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have City Developments Ltd, after the developer responded to a wide range of questions from shareholders spanning its share price decline to queries from the Securities Investors Association (Singapore). Elsewhere, from movements in the US dollar after US President Donald Trump contemplated whether he could fire Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, to more on the key economic data points to watch this week – more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore stocks moved higher today, tracking gains across Asian markets. The Straits Times Index rose 1.26% to 3,708.44 points at about 2.18pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$872.35M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment, after the real estate investment manager announced that it intends to launch its first real estate investment trust (Reit) in China, to be named CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit. Elsewhere, from how Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company logged a forecast-beating 60 per cent leap in quarterly profit to project Stargate reportedly weighing a future investment in the UK – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with Terence Wong, CEO, Azure Capital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares opened lower this morning, as Asian markets struggled for direction midweek. By midday, the local banks traded mixed - DBS slipped 0.5%, OCBC was flat, and UOB inched up 0.2%. Still, the Straits Times Index managed to close higher, rising 1% to 3,662 points. In the US, renewed tariff tensions and prolonged negotiations among trade partners have rattled markets, stoking concerns over weakening business confidence and slowing consumer spending raising the risk of a potential recession. Meanwhile, the Magnificent 7 tech stocks - Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet and others, after strong gains in 2024, have posted lacklustre performances so far this year, prompting questions around growth sustainability. On Market View, Willie Keng speaks to Cedric Ho, Founder and Portfolio Manager at MAD Partnership, to discuss more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore stocks opened higher this morning, buoyed by a rally across Asia-Pacific markets. In the US, President Trump launched investigations into the pharmaceutical and semiconductor sectors, weighing the possibility of new tariffs, this follows his recent announcement to pause auto tariffs, offering a brief respite to global markets. Meanwhile, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Tech Index bucked the trend, dropping 1% after five consecutive sessions of gains. Over in the luxury sector, LVMH reported weaker-than-expected Q1 results, hit by softer demand in the US and China, sparking concerns over the global luxury market. On Market View, Willie Keng speaks to Dan Chang, Investment Specialist and Trading Representative, Phillip Capital, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares opened lower on Monday, with the Straits Times Index down 1% in early trade. US President Donald Trump paused tariffs on some consumer electronics, easing pressure on tech giants like Apple, but investors remain on edge. Over in the US, bank stocks have tumbled. JP Morgan is down 15%, Wells Fargo has fallen 21%, and Citigroup slid 24% in just two months right as Q1 earnings season kicks off. Back home, the MAS eased monetary policy slightly and lowered its inflation forecast, raising concerns of slower growth ahead. On Market View, Willie Keng speaks to David Kuo, Co-Founder of The Smart Investor, to share more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, US stocks lost close to $7 trillion in just two days. Earlier this week, Trump paused tariffs, sending the S&P 500 soaring 10%, the largest one-day percentage jump, since October 2008. So far, Trump's back and forth tariffs have sent markets in a panic. In less than 24 hours after the US President backtracked on his once-in-a-century trade war, selloffs hit US assets including stocks, bonds and the dollar. The S&P 500 Index ended yesterday down 3.5%. In Singapore, shares fell after the market opened on Friday. Most STI constituents suffered losses, with Singapore banks were down at the open. DBS shed 3.7 percent, OCBC fell 3.2 per cent and UOB dipped 2.8 percent. What do we make of these situations? On Market View, Willie Keng speaks with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asia-Pacific markets soared this morning, as investors heaved a sigh of relief after President Donald Trump hit his pause on reciprocal tariffs on US partner countries. The decision came after he said investors were “jumping a little bit out of line”, as markets collapsed and US Treasuries were showing signs of crack in the world’s largest economy. The 10-year US treasure yield was last traded 4.3%, after rising overnight above 4.5%. In the region, China’s consumer prices contracted for a second straight month, with its producer price deflation worsened, as Chinese exporters struggled amid an escalating trade war. What do we make use of these situations? On Market View, Willie Keng speaks with David Chow, Director at Azure Capital to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shares of all three Singapore banks extended their decline, as potential US Federal Reserve rate cuts and the Trump administration’s sweeping tariffs weigh on the banks’ outlook. Yesterday, OCBC Bank led the losses, dropping 4.3 percent to close below $15 for the first time since October 2024. UOB slid 3.3 percent and DBS Bank also fell 3.3 percent. The three local banks, which form a heavy weighting on the Straits Times Index, have pulled the overall benchmark down 2 percent. The STI is down 10% for the year. Meanwhile, total securities turnover value on the Singapore Exchange has increased 25 percent year on year to S$29.7 billion in March, with the STI and volumes across multiple asset classes hitting record levels. What do we make use of these situations? On Market View, Willie Keng speaks with Thilan Wickramasinghe, Head of Equity Research, Maybank Securities to unpack all these developments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asian stocks staged a modest recovery on Tuesday, rebounding from the past three trading days of what was a “garden-variety” correction. Most regional stock indices saw sharp gains today, with the Nikkei soaring nearly 7%. Meanwhile, the Chinese yuan depreciates to its weakest level since late 2023.Over in Singapore markets, Straits Times Index down 12% over the two weeks – a crisis or a buying opportunity? So how do we make use of all these? On Market View, Willie Keng speaks to Kelvin Wong, Senior Market Analyst, OANDA, to find out more about the latest market movements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore stocks sold off as Asian markets tumbled this morning, following US President Donald Trump’s tariff announcement last Wednesday. The Straits Times Index plunged by 8.5 percent, falling below 3,500 points. This marked the largest intraday decline since the STI crashed 9 percent during the global financial crisis in 2008. Meanwhile, Singapore REITs recorded net institutional inflows in March, rising 1.4% this year. How would the tariff shock unfold in the year ahead? What should investors do? And are Singapore REITs truly a defensive asset class in this uncertain environment? On Market View, Willie Keng speaks with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore equities began in negative territory today, following the slump in all three major Wall Street indices and European shares overnight. The Straits Times Index (STI) fell nearly 1.5 per cent in early trade to 3,882.24 points after 163.3 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Far East Orchard. The developer announced yesterday that it would be acquiring a purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) site in Manchester in the UK for £10.9 million (S$19.2 million). Elsewhere, from a heavy sell-off on Wall Street overnight on US President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” announcements, to movements in share prices of global automakers after Trump’s auto tariffs kicked in, more international developments remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore’s shares bucked the regional trend today as Asian markets fell hard on the back of US President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs. The country imposes no tariffs on US products under the US-Singapore Free Trade Agreement and was only subject to the baseline 10 per cent rate. The Straits Times Index (STI) was relatively little moved, falling about 0.5 per cent shortly after the open. In terms of companies to watch, we have OCBC after the bank announced yesterday that it plans to deploy £10 billion (S$17.4 billion) in financing over the next six years to support foreign direct investment into the UK. Elsewhere, from the impact of US tariffs on key Asian markets such as Japan, South Korea and China, to the implications of possible retaliation by the US largest trading partners – more international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck, how gold hit a record high today as investors rushed towards the safe haven asset. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares fell today as investors continue to mull heightened trade tensions globally. The Straits Times Index dipped 0.27% to 3,957.94 points at about 1.30pm (1.29pm) with a value turnover of S$672.15M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Sembcorp Industries, after its wholly owned subsidiary Sembcorp Utilities signed a deal to raise its interest in Senoko Energy to as much as 70 per cent, more than doubling its current 30 per cent stake. Elsewhere, all eyes remain on the US with President Donald Trump poised to impose sweeping new reciprocal tariffs on its trading partners tomorrow morning. Also in focus – how the Land Transport Authority (LTA) issued a street-hail service operator licence to Singaporean ride-hail and delivery company Grab, and what this could mean for the country’s taxi industry. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with James Cheo, Chief Investment Officer, Southeast Asia and India at HSBC Global Private Banking and Wealth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump’s latest tariff threats are keeping global markets on edge, with investors bracing for potential disruptions across key sectors, from autos to technology. Asian markets have been treading cautiously ahead of the April 2 announcement, with fears of escalating trade tensions weighing on sentiment. Meanwhile, in Singapore, corporate moves are making headlines - Keppel’s divestment in Vietnam signals a continued shift toward asset management, while CapitaLand Ascendas Reit’s major redevelopment underscores a pivot to higher-growth sectors. On Market View, Alexandra Parada speaks to Dan Chang, Investment Specialist and Trading Representative, PhillipCapital, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Singapore Straits Times Index (STI) set a record today as it crossed the 4,000-mark for the first time in early trade. The index hit 4005.18 points shortly after the market opened. This surpassed its previous record of 3,991 points, clocked on the 27th of March. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Sinarmas Land, after an entity controlled by Indonesia’s billionaire Widjaja family – Lyon Investments – made a voluntary unconditional cash offer for all the shares in Sinarmas Land that it does not already own at S$0.31 apiece. Elsewhere, from Trump’s tariff plans propelling the safe haven gold to a record high to Hong Kong’s derivative trading surging to highs previously not seen – more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today even as investors mull the impact of US President Donald Trump’s new auto tariffs on the broader Asian region. The Straits Times Index rose 0.42% to 3,980.25 points at 2.32pm with a value turnover of S$629.16M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have mm2 Asia, after the firm’s cinema chain Cathay Cineplexes ceased operations at its Jem outlet in Jurong East today. Elsewhere, from how US and Asian automakers reacted to Trump’s latest tariff salvo, to Microsoft reportedly abandoning data centre projects set to use two gigawatts of electricity in the US and Europe in the last six months – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares were in the green today, tracking broader gains in Asian markets. The Straits Times Index was up 0.31% at 3,966.79 points at about 12.10pm (12.12pm), with a value turnover of S$537.66M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch for today, we have Frasers Centrepoint Trust, after its manager said today that the trust’s upsized private placement, at S$2.09 per new unit, was around four times covered. Elsewhere, from the US adding six subsidiaries of China’s leading cloud computing and big data service provider Inspur Group to its export restriction list, to how the world’s top electric vehicle battery maker CATL received China’s approval to proceed with a potentially blockbuster share sale in Hong Kong – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Jeremy Tan, CEO, Tiger Fund Management.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today as investors continue to monitor global developments relating to trade. The Straits Times Index rose 0.8% to 3,967.74 points at about 12.50pm with a value turnover of S$654.88M in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have ESR REIT after the trust’s manager completed the divestment of a logistics property in Singapore for S$6.8 million. Aside from that, investors continue to set their sights on DFI Retail Group after the supermarket and retail store operator yesterday announced the divestment of its Singapore food business to Macrovalue (Malaysia) at an initial purchase price of S$125 million. Meanwhile, from Asian investors’ reaction to Xiaomi’s US$5.5 billion mega share sale and Hyundai’s US$21 billion investment in the US, to the Indonesian rupiah falling to the lowest since the Asian financial crisis and impact on SGX-listed counters with exposure to the country – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Carmen Lee, Head of OCBC Investment Research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today as investors look to kickstart the week on a positive note. The Straits Times Index rose 0.22% to 3,934.91 points at about 2.40pm (2.42pm), with a value turnover of S$634.08M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have DFI Retail Group after the firm announced today the divestment of its Singapore food business to South-east Asian retail conglomerate Macrovalue (Malaysia). Elsewhere, from NIO's net loss deepening for the fourth quarter ended December, to Jack Ma-backed Ant Group reportedly using Chinese-made semiconductors to develop techniques to train AI models at a lower cost – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – how Singapore’s inflation fell further in February. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares were little changed today as investors put the US Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates behind them. The Straits Times Index was up a marginal 0.05% at about 1pm (12.56pm) to 3,932.39 points, with a value turnover of S$512.58M in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Top Glove, after the Malaysian glove manufacturer reported a net profit of RM30.3 million (S$9.1 million) for its second quarter ended Feb 28, reversing from a net loss seen the year before. Elsewhere, from China’s import of US cotton, cars and some energy products plunging in the first two months of the year, to Japan’s core inflation hitting 3% in February – more international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – more on Nike’s latest earnings under its new CEO. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today as investors continue to mull a move by the US Federal Reserve to hold interest rates. The benchmark Straits Times Index (STI) was up 0.6 per cent at 3,931.3 points at around 10 am. In terms of companies to watch, we have Sembcorp Industries after units of Sembcorp Industries and Sarawak Energy tied up with Prysmian for a hydropower project that could supply Singapore with 1 gigawatt (GW) of green electricity from the Malaysian state. Elsewhere, from the US Federal Reserve holding off on interest rate cuts and the implication on Singapore banks and S-REITs, to how Softbank Group said it would acquire Ampere Computing in a US$6.5 billion all-cash deal – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang saying that his company had not been approached about purchasing a stake in Intel. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with Terence Wong, CEO, Azure Capital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today as investors continue to monitor trade and geopolitical uncertainties around the world. The Straits Times Index inched 0.35% higher at 3,908.69 points to 2pm, with a value turnover of S$685.11M in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have ST Engineering after its Group CEO Vincent Chong said at the firm’s company investor day held yesterday that the group is targeting S$17 billion in revenue and improved net profit margin that outpaces its top-line increases by up to five percentage points annually over the next five years. Elsewhere, from Indonesia’s GoTo Gojek’s response to rumours of a Grab buyout, to Singapore Airlines set to get a first quarter boost from Lady Gaga’s Asia-exclusive concerts set to take place in Singapore – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. Also on deck — economists’ forecast for Singapore’s growth, the Bank of Japan’s rate decision, as well as more on OpenAI’s first Stargate site. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Too Jun Cheong, Assistant Dealing Manager from Moomoo Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today to track regional gains. The Straits Times Index was up 0.97% at 3,896.87 points at about 2pm (2.03pm), with a value turnover of S$759.89M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Sembcorp Industries, after the company responded to a Bloomberg report, which said Sembcorp could be considering going private or selling assets as part of its strategic review of its business. Elsewhere, from a surge in Chinese tech firms today, to what to look out for at Nvidia’s annual developers conference held in San Jose – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – US retail sales rising less than expected in February and what that means for Wall Street investors. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Audrey Ho, Investment Counselor, Citigold Private Client, Citibank Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares inched higher earlier today after data showed the country’s non-oil domestic exports reversed January’s contraction to grow 7.6% in February. The Straits Times Index moved 0.57% higher to 3,857.83 points at about 2.22pm, with a value turnover of S$732.91M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Keppel, after the company said today that its wholly owned Kepland Investama is in a dispute over ownership rights for land plots in Jakarta. Elsewhere, from China’s “special action plan” to boost consumption and how global CEOs are reportedly set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping next week, more international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – how the US retail operator of Forever 21 has filed for bankruptcy for the second time. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares were lower today with global trade tensions remaining on the top of minds of investors. The Straits Times Index dipped 0.11% to 3,833.44 points at about 2.18pm with a value turnover of S$754.39M. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Sembcorp Industries. That’s after a deal inked by one of Sembcorp Industries’ subsidiaries to import natural gas from Indonesia has fallen through after regulatory approval was not obtained. Elsewhere, from US President Donald Trump threatening to slap a 200% tariff on wine and other alcohol imports from Europe, to Foxconn’s latest earnings, more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares hovered above the flatline today as investors continue to digest the outlook for the US economy. The Straits Times Index nudged 0.02% higher to 3,833.84 points at about 2.20pm (2.19pm), with a value turnover of S$1.06B in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have City Developments Ltd. after the property giant’s executive chairman Kwek Leng Beng said in a statement last night that he will be discontinuing his lawsuit against his son Sherman Kwek and six other members of the CDL board. Elsewhere, from US consumer prices increasing less than expected in February to what Trump’s US$1.4 trillion tariff threat means for companies – more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares were higher in the afternoon after starting the day lower. The Straits Times Index was up 0.46% at 3,843.41 points at about 2.18pm, with a value turnover of S$1.04B in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have GuocoLand, after the property developer secured S$367.1 million in green financing from DBS to develop a residential site in Faber Walk. Elsewhere, from the impact of sweeping 25 per cent levies on all US aluminium and steel imports on regional markets, to how OpenAI launched new tools for developers to help them build advanced AI agents – more international and corporate headlines in focus. Plus – we’ll also talk about where you can go in Asia to stretch your Singdollar furthest. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with James Cheo, Chief Investment Officer, Southeast Asia and India at HSBC Global Private Banking and Wealth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares tumbled in early trade this morning, joining Asia-wide declines as US markets dropped deep into negative territory on fears over tariffs and recession risks. The Straits Times Index (STI) fell 1.5 per cent to 3,839.812 points early on after 71.1 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have the Singapore Exchange given its plans to list Bitcoin perpetual futures as traditional exchanges push deeper into crypto derivative markets. Elsewhere, from a sell off in local bank stocks, to how talks between the US and China are reportedly stuck at lower levels – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Thilan Wickramasinghe, Head of Equity Research, Maybank Securities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore stocks were lower as all eyes remained on escalating trade tensions in the region. That’s after Beijing’s retaliatory tariffs on certain US farm goods took effect today. The Straits Times Index was down 0.17% at 3,908.01 points at 12.20pm, with a value turnover of S$526.29M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Hongkong Land, after the property developer on Friday posted an underlying profit of US$410 million for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024, down 44 per cent from the level seen a year ago. Elsewhere, from how Asian markets reacted to China’s retaliatory tariffs on US farm goods, to oil prices declining on the back of concerns over US import tariffs – more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares hovered around the flatline earlier today as investors continue to monitor the global trade environment. The Straits Times Index dipped 0.08% to 3,913.81 points at about 2.15pm (2.16pm) with a value turnover of S$867.17M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have NetLink NBN Trust and ComfortDelGro, because NetLink will replace ComfortDelGro on the reserve list of the Straits Times Index (STI), following the index’s March 2025 quarterly review. Elsewhere, from the possible impact of Trump’s tariffs on Southeast Asia, to how Nissan board is reportedly set to meet next week to discuss the future of its CEO - more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments of the day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares began trading in positive territory, as markets eased fears after President Donald Trump called for a delay of his auto tariffs on Mexico and Canada. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was up 0.07 percent. In terms of companies to watch, Singapore's SATS, Mandarin Oriental's recent results, and the latest happenings Alibaba and China’s tech sector. The yield on Japan's 10-year bonds reaches a near 16-year high. On Market View, finance presenter Willie Keng, dived into the details with David Chow, Director Azure Capital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore stocks were higher today as investors continue to digest global developments ranging from US President Donald Trump’s address to Congress to China’s latest GDP growth target of around 5 per cent for 2025. The Straits Times Index was up 0.29% at 3,901.88 points at about 2.20pm, with a value turnover of S$754.86M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have the Singapore Exchange, after the bourse operator launched its second batch of Hong Kong Singapore Depository Receipts (SDRs) today, in partnership with Phillip Securities. Elsewhere, from China maintaining its 2025 GDP growth target at about 5 per cent for the third consecutive year to what to watch out of US President Donald Trump’s address to Congress, more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Kelvin Wong, Senior Analyst, OANDA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares were lower today as investors continue to monitor global trade tensions. The Straits Times Index was down 0.29% at 3,897.63 points at about 2.20pm (2.24pm) with a value turnover of S$826.60M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Yangzijiang Shipbuilding. That’s given how customers who initiated arbitration proceedings against three of its units over alleged contractual breaches have been awarded a right to a refund of US$3.32 million in deposits. Elsewhere, from US President Donald Trump slapping more tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada and China, to more on China’s two sessions which kicked off today – more international headlines remain in focus today. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Dan Chang, Investment Specialist and Trading Representative, PhillipCapital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares inched higher earlier today as investors continue to mull developments relating to City Developments Limited. The counter fell 7 per cent to hit its lowest level since 2009 after resuming trade, per Bloomberg data. As at about 11am (11.07am), the Straits Times Index was up 0.30% at 3,907.51 points, with a value turnover of S$727.90M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Haw Par and United Overseas Insurance. That’s because minority shareholders of UOB’s insurance arm proposed resolutions to distribute its holding of 4.27 million shares in healthcare player Haw Par Corporation to shareholders of UOI, among other requests. Meanwhile, from more on CDL to how US President Donald Trump expects to include five digital assets, including Bitcoin, in a new US strategic reserve of cryptocurrencies – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore stocks were lower at about 2.20pm today as investors digested more earnings from notable names including Olam, ComfortDelGro and Sheng Siong. The Straits Times Index fell 0.7 per cent to 3,893.81 points then, with a value of S$1.10 billion in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Olam, after the agribusiness giant today reported a net profit of S$38.4 million for the second half ended Dec 31, down 83.4 per cent from the previous corresponding period. Elsewhere, from Beijing opposing US President Donald Trump’s latest threat to slap an extra 10% duty on Chinese imports, to ByteDance’s TikTok investing US$8.8 billion in data centres in Thailand over five years – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – more on the ongoing saga surrounding CDL - and what to note from a statement by its Group CEO Sherman Kwek out last night. But first, here’s a quick snippet of our conversation on CDL. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped at about 2pm today as investors continued to mull earnings from notable names including ST Engineering, CapitaLand Investment, and Yangzijiang Shipbuilding. The STI was down 0.08% at 3,904.89 points then with a value turnover of S$1.08 billion in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Yangzijiang Shipbuilding. The group reported a net profit of 3.6 billion yuan (S$659.3 million) for the second half ended Dec 31, which is 50.5 per cent higher than the corresponding year-ago period. Elsewhere, from more on the ongoing saga surrounding City Developments Limited, to a solid set of earnings out of AI chip titan Nvidia – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – how Hong Kong’s main stock index hit above 24,000 points for the first time in three years. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.