Podcasts about straits times index

Singapore shares fell today on the back of earnings out of blue chip firms. The Straits Times Index was down 0.81% at 4,223.85 points at 2.19pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.29B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Singapore Exchange. The bourse operator announced today that its net profit for the second half ended June 2025 declined 2.6 per cent to S$308 million, from S$316.3 million in the year prior. Elsewhere, from how Japanese stocks rallied on the back of US trade deal hopes, to how Intel’s CEO Tan Lip-Bu responded to US President Donald Trump’s call for his resignation for the first time – 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 as investors continue to digest earnings out of the country including from the remainder of the trio of local banks who reported today – OCBC and UOB. The Straits Times Index was up 0.76% at 4,260.01 points at 11.40am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.03B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have DBS. The share price of DBS soared to a record-high in early trade after the group posted marginally higher Q2 earnings before the market opened, nearing the S$50 mark. Elsewhere, from how big name chip firms made big advances after US President Donald Trump said those investing in the United States would be exempted from a threatened 100-per cent tariff on semiconductors, to how what the financial performance of Lyft and Uber can tell us about the state of the US economy – more corporate and 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 nudged higher as at afternoon time today as investors continue to mull the evolving global trade situation. The Straits Times Index was 0.37% higher at 4,224.17 points at 3.01pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$906.23M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Keppel, after the group yesterday amended the terms of the sale of its 70 per cent stake in Saigon Sport City, with lower prices than previously announced. Elsewhere, from more on Advanced Micro Devices’ latest earnings and its comments on a possible return to the crucial China market, to how Cathay Pacific Airways said it would place a US$8.1 billion (S$10.4 billion) order for 14 Boeing 777-9 jets in its first deal with the US planemaker in 12 years – more corporate headlines remain in focus. 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 moved higher today as investors continue to set their sights on corporate earnings out of the country. The Straits Times Index was up 0.49% at 4,217.68 points at 2.06pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$761.78M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Ascendas Reit. The industrial property player posted a 0.6 per cent drop in DPU for the first half of the 2025 financial year, down to S$0.07477 (7.477 Singapore cents), on the back of an enlarged unit base. Elsewhere, from Singapore’s retail sales growing 2.3 per cent year on year in June, to gold prices rising on the back of a weaker US dollar following softer-than-expected US jobs data – more economic headlines remain in focus. 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 moved higher today amid mixed trading in Asia as investors mulled the impact of new US tariffs. The Straits Times Index was up 0.82% at 4,188.02 points at 2.23pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$865.44M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have City Developments Ltd, after its executive chairman Kwek Leng Beng told The Business Times that his plans are for the group’s portfolio of hotels to reach the 500 mark. Elsewhere, from how BYD shares fell in Hong Kong trading on the back of sputtering monthly sales growth, to US market movements after a weak July non farm payrolls report out on Friday and how Trump fired the commissioner of labour statistics after the reading was released – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – what to watch on the earnings front this week. 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 opened slightly up today, following the announcement of US President Donald Trump’s global tariff rates. Singapore is likely to remain at the 10 per cent baseline rate, which Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said earlier was “not ideal”, but something the country can “live with”. The Straits Times Index had a modest gain of 0.2 per cent shortly after the market opened to reach 4,182.29 points. In terms of counters to watch, we have OCBC. The local bank’s net profit for Q2 FY2025 fell 7 per cent with the fall in interest rates, coming in at S$1.82 billion for the three months ended Jun 30,from S$1.94 billion a year earlier. Elsewhere, from how investors are reacting to new US tariff rates for imports from India, Taiwan, Thailand and South Korea, to Apple forecasting revenue well above Wall Street’s estimates overnight, 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 lower today to track regional movements. The Straits Times Index was down 0.64% at 4,192.32 points at 11.41am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$782.65M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Keppel, after the asset manager saw net profit rise 24.2 per cent to S$377.7 million for the first half ended Jun 30, driven by growth in its real estate segment. Elsewhere, from how Wall Street's AI heavyweights added a combined half a trillion dollars in stock market value after quarterly reports from Microsoft and Meta Platforms, to investors’ reactions on a US trade deal between the US and South Korea – more international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – how Federal Reserve officials held rates steady overnight and how Southeast Asia’s ridehailing giant Grab reported Q2 2025 earnings of US$35 million, reversing a loss seen in the same period a year ago. 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 monitor developments on the global trade front. The Straits Times Index was down 0.36% at 4,214.12 points at 1.12pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$805.70M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Hotel Properties Limited, after the property group said yesterday that it is still in discussions with parties over the redevelopment of Forum The Shopping Mall and voco Orchard Singapore. Elsewhere, from US President Donald Trump saying that India may get a 20% to 25% tariff on goods exported to the US, to market movements ahead of big tech earnings and a Federal Reserve rate decision – more 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 shares fell today to track losses in the region. The Straits Times Index was down 0.59% at 4,216.18 points at 2.44pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$1.11B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Singapore Airlines, after the company reported a 58.8 per cent drop in Q1 FY2026 net profit to S$186 million yesterday, even as revenue rose 1.5 per cent to S$4.8 billion. Elsewhere, from how China’s government spending hit its highest level in nearly two decades, to how the greenback is strengthening against the Singapore dollar, more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Jeff Ng, Head of Asia Macro Strategy, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares moved lower today as investors looked ahead to a week of corporate earnings. The Straits Times Index was down 0.25% at 4,250.35 points at 2.46pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$898.75M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Singapore Airlines, after its chairman Peter Seah was redesignated as a non-independent director at the company’s annual general meeting on Friday. Elsewhere, from a trade deal reached between the European Union and the United States, to how Chinese AI firms are forming alliances in a bid to develop a domestic ecosystem and reduce dependence on foreign technological know-how – more international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – expectations ahead of big-tech earnings out this week from Amazon, Apple, Meta and Microsoft. 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 moved lower today, reversing the positive momentum seen in the previous session. The Straits Times Index was down 0.49% at 4,252.16 points at 12.46pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$852.16M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel DC Reit. The manager of the REIT said today that it posted a 12.8 per cent year-on-year increase in distribution per unit for its first half of the financial year ended June. Elsewhere, from how US President Donald Trump locked horns with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell during a rare presidential visit to the US central bank overnight, to how Sony bought a strategic 2.5 per cent stake in Japanese game franchise giant Bandai Namco in a bid to grow its anime business – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – a quick look at Magnificent 7 earnings out thus far. 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.

Donuts, robotaxis, and AI cloud wars — what a week in markets! Alphabet smashes earnings expectations with YouTube and Cloud; Tesla falters as Musk talks robots over revenue. Retail traders go wild for GoPro and Krispy Kreme, pushing meme stocks back into the spotlight. SingPost plots a turnaround amid board changes and past scandal, while ST Engineering inks $4.7B in new deals. We check in on Mapletree Logistics Trust, DFI Retail, and the Straits Times Index’s record climb. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we bring you the stories behind the swings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today to track a mostly positive day in Asia. The Straits Times Index was up 0.8% at 4,264.94 points at 2.12pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.09B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have ST Engineering, after the group announced yesterday that it won new contracts valued at S$4.7 billion in Q2 of this year. These comprise S$1.5 billion from the commercial aerospace segment, S$1.5 billion from the defence and public security segment and S$1.7 billion from the urban solutions and satcom segment. Elsewhere, from talks that the European Union is edging towards a trade agreement with the US, to Nvidia supplier SK Hynix posting record quarterly profits today – 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 moved higher to track advances in Asia today. The Straits Times Index rose 0.42% to 4,225.88 points at 2.34pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$937.26M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have DFI Retail Group. The supermarket and retail store operator announced yesterday that its underlying profit rose 38.9 per cent to US$105 million for the first half ended Jun 30, from US$75.6 million a year ago. Elsewhere, from how shares of Japanese and South Korean automakers surged after US President Donald Trump announced a trade deal in Tokyo that includes tariff reduction on Japanese auto imports, to how Alibaba Group today announced an open-source AI model for software development said to be its most advanced coding tool to date – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. Plus – how Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is reportedly said to announce his resignation by the end of next month. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Abhilash Narayan, Investment Strategist, HSBC Global Private Banking and Premier Wealth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today after starting the week in the green. The Straits Times Index was down 0.24% at 4,196.87 points at 11.29am, with a value turnover of S$503.21M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch for today, we have CapitaLand Investment, after its subsidiary, Bursa Malaysia-listed CapitaLand Malaysia Trust, posted a distribution per unit of 1.18 sen for the second quarter ended Jun 30, 2025, up 0.9 per cent from the year-ago period. Elsewhere, from the S&P 500 index ending above 6,300 points for the first time, to how Softbank and OpenAI’s Stargate is reportedly aiming to build a small data centre by the end of the year – 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, breaking above the 4,200 point mark at one point. The Straits Times Index was up 0.34% at 4,203.87 points at 11.58am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$680.51M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Lum Chang Creations, after the company made its trading debut on the Catalist board of the Singapore Exchange today under the trading name “Lum Chang Creat” and trading code “LCC”. Elsewhere, from Hong Kong topping 25,000 points for the first time in three years, to movements relating to the Japanese yen after Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba vowed to stay on even after another election defeat – more international headlines remained in focus. Plus – how Microsoft issued an alert about “active attacks” on server software used by government agencies and businesses to share documents within organisations, and recommended security updates that customers should apply immediately. 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 moved higher today amid mixed trading in the region. The Straits Times Index was up 0.54% at 4,184.04 points at 12.53pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$607.68M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Food Empire, after the group today announced its partnership with Santan Food Services, a brand under an AirAsia unit, to co-develop and launch a range of ready-to-drink beverages. Elsewhere, from more on Netflix’s latest quarterly earnings to how the US Commerce Department is set to impose preliminary anti-dumping duties of 93.5 per cent on Chinese imports of graphite, a key battery component, more corporate and 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 as investors continue to mull US President Donald Trump’s tariff threats to trading partners around the world. The Straits Times Index was up 0.55% at 4,154.89 points at 2.45pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$882.07M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have embattled entertainment player mm2 Asia, as the group is seeking to delay a S$54 million bond repayment by six years to the end of December 2031. Elsewhere, from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company posting a better-than-expected 61 per cent jump in profit for the June quarter, to China pledging to rein in “irrational competition” in its electric vehicle (EV) sector – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. Plus – the ongoing saga between US President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. 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.

When three major banks crush earnings expectations while Nvidia rockets to all-time highs on China news, you know something big is happening in the markets. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode breaks down the explosive earnings from JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and Citigroup, plus Nvidia's game-changing announcement about resuming AI chip sales to China. The duo explores how banking leaders are staying cautious despite strong profits, while tech stocks surge on renewed US-China trade optimism. Plus, they analyze the latest inflation data and what it means for your portfolio as the Straits Times Index ventures into record territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today as Asian markets traded mixed. The Straits Times Index was up 0.23% at 4,129.29 points at 1.08pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$700.73M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Singapore Airlines. The group’s operating results released yesterday showed the national carrier and its low-cost arm Scoot reported a 4.5 per cent year-on-year increase in passenger traffic in June. Elsewhere, from a trade deal reached between Indonesia and the US, to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang calling China’s open-source artificial intelligence a “catalyst for global progress” as he addressed an expo in Beijing – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Too Jun Cheong, Dealing Manager from Moomoo Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore share inched higher today as investors mull a slew of economic indicators out of China. The Straits Times Index was up 0.14% at 4,114.90 points at 12.58pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$566.25M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have BRC Asia, after the prefabricated steel reinforcement company secured around S$570 million worth of contracts for the Changi Airport Terminal 5 project, where it will supply steel reinforcement for the substructure of the upcoming terminal. Elsewhere, from China’s economy expanding more than five per cent in the second quarter of the year, to how Nvidia said it plans to resume sales of its H20 artificial intelligence chip to China – more international and corporate 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 shares rose today even as investors continue to monitor incoming developments on the tariff front. The Straits Times Index was up 0.37% at 4,102.85 points at 12.58pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$597.06M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Singapore Exchange, given the excitement surrounding NTT DC Reit’s IPO on the local bourse. The manager of NTT DC Reit (real estate investment trust) said the public tranche of its Singapore initial public offer was about 9.8 times oversubscribed. Elsewhere, from China’s exports rising more than expected in June, to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang set to hold a media briefing in Beijing on Wednesday – more international 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 moved higher today even as traders continue to mull news on the global trade front. The Straits Times Index was up 0.42% at 4,092.74 points at about 2.38pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$878.99M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Singtel, because the local telecommunications giant’s technology services arm, NCS, will invest S$130 million over the next three years to further its artificial intelligence (AI) development across the Asia-Pacific. Elsewhere, from the S&P 500 index and the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite hitting fresh peaks despite Trump’s latest tariff salvo, to academics, including an adviser to the People’s Bank of China urging the country to add as much as 1.5 trillion yuan (S$268 billion) in fresh stimulus to boost consumer spending and maintain currency flexibility to counter US tariffs’ drag on growth – 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 as investors continue to digest more developments on the global trade front. The Straits Times Index was up 0.41% at 4,074.48 points at 12.01pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$564.51M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have DBS, Singtel and ST Engineering, given how the Singapore bank, telecommunications giant and defence technology company were among the top performers in Temasek’s Singapore-based portfolio companies in the past year. Elsewhere, from Nvidia’s brief rise to a world-record US$4 trillion valuation, the latest US Federal Reserve meeting minutes suggesting rate cuts later in the year – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – US President Donald Trump’s latest tariff salvo on Brazilian imports. 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 rose today as investors mull new tariff threats by US President Donald Trump. The Straits Times Index was up 0.23% at 4,056.99 points at 11.31am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$490.29M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch for today, we have OCBC and Great Eastern, given how the insurer will resume trading after a vote for it to be delisted fell through at its extraordinary general meeting yesterday. Elsewhere, from Trump’s latest comments to impose a 50 per cent tariff on imported copper, to China’s producer deflation deepening to its worst level in almost two years in June – more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Kenneth Goh, Director, Private Wealth Management, UOB Kay Hian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isaac Lim, Chief Market Strategist, Moomoo Singapore discusses how the second quarter of 2025 was dominated by the “3 Ts” – Trump, Tariffs, and Trade Wars. He looks at how the third quarter could see the TACO (Trump Always Chickens Out) trade take off again. The discussion also zooms in on the safe haven flows supporting the Straits Times Index to new highs. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today as investors continue to mull uncertainties relating to global trade. The Straits Times Index was up 0.48% at 4,051.30 points at 2.30pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$956.01M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Singapore Airlines. The national carrier said yesterday that its proposed joint venture with Malaysia Airlines received conditional approval from the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore. Elsewhere, from how investors are reacting to US President Donald Trump’s tariff letters to 14 countries, to movements in the Australian dollar after the Reserve Bank of Australia held its cash rate in a surprise move – more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Kelvin Wong, Senior Analyst, OANDA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today even as tariff worries returned to the fore this week. The Straits Times Index was up 0.25% at 4,023.71 points at about 2.17pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$654.40M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Del Monte Pacific, after the group said today that it is expecting a capital deficit on its balance sheet from write-offs in relation to its US subsidiary Del Monte Foods. Elsewhere, from how US President Donald Trump is set to send his first tariff letters to trading partners overnight, to oil prices slipping more than 1 per cent today after Opec+ surprised markets by hiking output more than expected in August – more international headlines remained 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 dipped today as investors continue to mull new property cooling measures in the country. The Straits Times Index was down 0.23% at 4,010.52 points at 1.29pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$620.57M seen in the broader market. SGX-listed property developers are in focus today as the Singapore Government raised the Seller’s Stamp Duty (SSD) rates by four percentage points, and extended the holding period that SSD applies from three to four years. Meanwhile, from how US President Donald Trump’s tax package cleared its final hurdle in Congress, to how the President is planning to start sending letters to the US’ trading partners to inform them of their tariff rates, 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 dipped today as equities in the region traded mixed. The Straits Times Index was down 0.19% at 4,003.05 points at 12.29pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$529.27M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Seatrium, because the group has secured a floating storage regasification unit (FSRU) conversion contract from energy company Kinetics. The project will commence in the third quarter of 2025 and involves the conversion of a liquefied natural gas carrier into an FSRU named LNGT Turkiye. Elsewhere, from market participant’s reactions to a trade deal reached between the US and Vietnam, to how the Trump administration lifted some export license requirements for chip design software sales in China, more international headlines remained 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.

How has the Singapore market reacted to rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode unpacks how sectors within the Straits Times Index are reacting, and companies that may stand to gain. Nirgunan Tiruchelvam, Head of Consumer and Internet at Alethia Capital, shares insights on defensive plays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today with the global trade situation back in focus as investors put the Israel-Iran ceasefire behind them. The Straits Times Index was up 0.64% at 3,963.62 points at about 12.37 pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$511.88M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have AEM, after the semiconductor test solutions provider raised its revenue guidance for its first half ending June to between S$185 million and S$195 million, up from an earlier range of S$155 million to S$170 million. Elsewhere, from how the White House said US President Donald Trump could extend his deadline for trade deals beyond the 9th of July, to how SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son wants the Japanese technology investment group to become the biggest platform provider for “artificial super intelligence” within the next 10 years – 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 inched higher today as investors continue to mull the situation in the Middle East. The Straits Times Index was up 0.2% at 3,933.67 points at 11.59am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$561.93M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Singapore Airlines. The national carrier announced in its annual report yesterday that it paid its chief executive Goh Choon Phong S$7 million in remuneration for the latest financial year ended Mar 31. Elsewhere, from US dollar dropping after President Donald Trump said he had a handful of candidates to succeed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, to how shares of Nvidia hit a fresh record amid continued bullishness surrounding artificial intelligence technologies – 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 rose today to track regional gains seen in Asian markets. The Straits Times Index went up by 0.46% to reach 3,922.19 points at about 2.36pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$921.09M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Sembcorp Industries, after the company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Sembcorp Financial Services, announced the issuance of S$300 million notes under its S$5 billion Euro Medium Term Note programme established in July 2023. Elsewhere, from US President Donald Trump appearing to undermine years of US sanctions on Iran by giving its biggest customer, China, the green light to carry on buying its oil, to a deep dive into the Bank of Japan’s latest summary of opinions – more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Jeff Ng, Head of Asia Macro Strategy, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares went up today even as investors remained laser focused on the situation in the Middle East. The Straits Times Index was up 0.4% at 3,894.86 points at 1.33pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$668.91M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have OCBC. That’s after the lender said yesterday that it has no intention to convert its Class C non-voting Great Eastern shares into ordinary shares when they come up for conversion in five years as this will result in the insurer losing its free float again. Elsewhere, from easing fears of an energy market shock following US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, to how Nvidia’s chief Jensen Huang started selling the chipmaker’s stock under a US$865 million plan – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matter’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Chong Ser Jing, Co-founder and Portfolio Manager, Compounder Fund.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares nudged higher today to track broader gains in Asia. The Straits Times Index was up a marginal 0.03% at 3,895.48 points at 2.11pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$470.02M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Singapore Post. The national postal service provider has placed 10 Housing & Development Board shophouses for sale and leaseback. Elsewhere, from DBS estimating that its economic value from the use of AI could surpass S$1 billion this year, to India’s aviation regulator warning Air India for breaching safety rules – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – all about blind boxes and toys. 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 today as investors continue to mull the US Federal Reserve’s latest move to hold interest rates at prevailing levels. The Straits Times Index was down 0.31% at 3,908.55 points at 11.50am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$350.49M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have DBS, after the lender inked a memorandum of understanding with the Australian Trade and Investment Commission today to deepen investment links between Australia and South-east Asia. Elsewhere, from the Fed’s dot plot of future rates and central bank chief Jerome Powell’s comments on US tariffs, to Shell CEO Wael Sawan’s take on the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran – 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 rose today even as global investors remained cautious in light of the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. The Straits Times Index was up 0.38% at 3,923.23 points at 2.33pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$575.62M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch for today, we have Singapore Airlines, after the national carrier and its low-cost arm Scoot reported a 3.1 per cent year-on-year increase in passenger traffic in May, which eased from the previous month’s growth. Elsewhere, from the Bank of Japan keeping its interest rates steady as widely expected to how central banks around the world are now favouring gold over the US dollar for reserves – more 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 stocks fell today as investors continue to monitor the escalating conflict in the Middle East between Iran and Israel. The Straits Times Index dropped 0.33% at 3,898.54 points at about 11.32am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$414.04M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Suntec Real Estate Investment Trust, ESR Reit, Sabana Industrial Reit; Acrophyte Hospitality Trust. That is because ESR Group, which is the sponsor of Suntec Reit, ESR Reit, Sabana Industrial Reit and Acrophyte Hospitality Trust, is expected to delist from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on the 3rd of July as its shareholders on Friday approved a scheme resolution to privatise it. Elsewhere, from shares of SGX-listed oil and gas counters surging amid a rally in oil prices, to market expectations ahead of a slew of central bank decisions out this week – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Kelvin Wong, Senior Analyst, OANDA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares fell today tracking the downbeat mood seen in global markets. The Straits Times Index was down 0.42% at 3,905.65 points at 2.32pm Singapore time with a value turnover of S$805.82M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Singapore Airlines. Shares of Singapore Airlines dived this morning after an Air India plane bound for London crashed yesterday. SIA holds a 25.1 per cent stake in the Indian flag carrier. Elsewhere, from movements in global equities and oil prices amid heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, to AMD unveiling a new artificial intelligence server for 2026 that aims to challenge Nvidia’s flagship offerings – more international and corporate headlines in focus. Also on deck – how Wall Street analysts are rushing to raise price targets on Pop Mart International Group following the success of its Labubu dolls. 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 nudged higher today amid fluctuations in Asia. The Straits Times Index was up 0.09% at 3,922.67 points at 11.50am with a value turnover of S$521.47M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment, after the manager of CapitaLand China Trust today proposed the establishment and listing of a publicly traded infrastructure securities investment fund, CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit, on the Shanghai Stock Exchange. Elsewhere, from US President Donald Trump’s threats to impose unilateral tariffs on partners in the next two weeks, to Grab announcing today an upsize of its five-year convertible note – more corporate and 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 fell today even as traders mull cooling trade tensions between the US and China. The Straits Times Index was down 0.53% at 3,913.01 points at 2.45pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$726.63M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Koh Brothers Eco Engineering, after a joint venture between Japanese firm Penta-Ocean Construction and a subsidiary of Koh Brothers Eco Engineering bagged a S$999 million contract for the construction of intra-terminal tunnels at Changi Airport’s upcoming Terminal 5. Elsewhere, from the US and China setting up a framework towards a trade pact after two days of high profile talks in London, to Qantas shutting down the operations of its Singapore-based unit Jetstar Asia, more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Abhilash Narayan, Investment Strategist, HSBC Global Private Banking and Premier Wealth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mumbai markets are leading the global pack — but can sky-high valuations in cement and defense stocks hold? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we unpack India’s stunning 10% rally and what’s driving the bull run. JPMorgan’s bullish on beaten-down biotech: hear why Eli Lilly, Gilead, Merck, Regeneron, and Bristol Myers are back on their radar. DocuSign gets punished despite strong earnings — what’s spooking investors? Keppel DC REIT climbs back into the STI on AI-data centre bets, while Hello Kitty’s parent Sanrio outpaces Toyota. Plus, the Straits Times Index movers: CDL, Yangzijiang, and DFI Retail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares nudged higher today as all eyes remained on trade tensions between the US and China. The Straits Times Index inched 0.11% higher to 3,938.78 points at 2.15pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$542.51M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have OCBC, because the bank has made a S$900 million conditional exit offer at S$30.15 per share for the 6.28 per cent stake in Great Eastern it does not own, in a bid to delist the insurer. Elsewhere, from Asian market movements given hopes of easing trade tensions between the US and China, to Japan confirming that the country’s economy contracted in the first quarter, more international 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 moved higher today as regional bourses traded mixed. The Straits Times Index was up 0.27% at 3,928.29 points at 2.31pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$668.89M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have OCBC. That’s given how the bank’s insurer, Great Eastern, is seeking to delist through OCBC’s exit offer of S$30.15 per share. Elsewhere, from optimism arising from what’s described as “very positive” talks between US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping, to the stunning public row between Trump and Tesla’s chief Elon Musk – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Sunny Soh, Lead Technical Analyst (Capital Markets & Investor Education), SIAS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares inched higher to track broader gains in Asia today. The Straits Times Index went up by 0.18% to 3,910.72 points at about 2.15pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$703.63M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Thai Beverage, after the beer maker yesterday announced a US$2 billion multicurrency debt issuance programme. The group said net proceeds from the programme will be used for “general corporate purposes” of the company. Elsewhere, from a softer than expected US private-sector jobs report and what that means for global markets, to remarks made in the Federal Reserve’s closely watched “Beige Book” study – more international developments remain in focus. Also on deck – how Citigroup said today that it will cut the numbers of employees at two of its technology centres in China by about 3,500. 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 stocks fell this morning as all eyes remained on the heightened trade tensions between US and China. The Straits Times Index was down 0.31% at 3,882.17 points at 10.51am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$318.86M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have CapitaLand Investment. That’s after the manager of CapitaLand Malaysia Trust, a CapitaLand Investment subsidiary, yesterday proposed a placement of up to 435.4 million new units to raise gross cash proceeds of up to RM250 million (S$75.8 million). Meanwhile, from Chinese electric vehicle maker Nio posting a net loss of US$949.6 million for its first quarter of 2025 ended March, to how investors are reacting to higher US duties on steel and aluminium, more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Marcus Liew, Multi-Asset Solutions Portfolio Manager, Amundi Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asia-Pacific markets are rallying this morning - but Singapore just saw its biggest one-day drop since 2008. The Straits Times Index plunged 7.5%, with marine and property stocks leading the fall. Is it time to rotate to safe havens or start bargain hunting? China and Vietnam in the crossfire of trade tensions – Vietnam is offering to slash import duties on US goods to zero in a bid to avoid steep 46% tariffs, while the US appears more keen to strike a deal with Japan. What do investors need to know here? China may let the yuan weaken and is reportedly prepping stimulus to soften tariff pain, meanwhile copper’s 15% plunge signals economic slowdown fears, but bargain buyers are emerging - particularly from Asia. Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang unpack what triggered the rout, and whether a rebound is in sight. They also assess safe haven plays, currency moves, and discuss Seatrium, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, DBS, Bank of China, Salesforce, Samsung, Levi Strauss, Sino Group, Sino Land, The Hour Glass. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang, this episode delves into the Straits Times Index's historic breach of the 4,000 mark and the standout performance of ST Engineering. The discussion also covers CK Hutchison's strategic moves amidst US-China tensions and JP Morgan's spotlight on Chinese consumer stocks like Anta Sports and Mengniu. Additionally, we explore Elon Musk's latest ventures, including the sale of his social media platform X.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets trade higher following Wall Street’s rally. Michelle and Ryan unpacks GoTo and Del Monte’s earnings struggles, the resolution of CDL’s family feud, and the latest moves in the US-China trade war. Intel’s new CEO sparks a stock surge, while TSMC and Inditex face headwinds. Plus, a closer look at Roche’s obesity drug deal and how Singapore’s Straits Times Index is faring today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.