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The Straits Times Index has just delivered its strongest monthly gain since November 2020, surging 8.8% to a fresh record high. But after such a powerful rally, where do investors go from here? Michelle Martin speaks with Tim Phillips, Founder of TimTalksMoney, about what's been driving Singapore's stock market, and what to watch as Singapore's major banks report earnings, as Michelle asks whether there are still compelling buying opportunities still exist despite the market's record run.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Markets are entering a pivotal week as investors brace for another wave of corporate earnings and a closely watched US jobs report that could shape expectations for Federal Reserve policy. Michelle Martin examines why Bank of America is bullish on Spotify and Ralph Lauren ahead of earnings, the diverging fortunes of Apple and Amazon, and what results from Palantir, AMD, Disney, Uber and Airbnb could reveal about AI, consumer spending and travel demand. She also looks at Berkshire Hathaway's steady rise, Nio's strong vehicle deliveries, the Straits Times Index's impressive July performance, the debate over Great Eastern's rally, and why the latest Spider-Man blockbuster is proving that the right franchise can still deliver box office magic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore's markets are entering uncharted territory. The Monetary Authority of Singapore has surprised investors by tightening monetary policy, signalling confidence in the economy while warning that inflationary pressures - particularly from higher energy prices - remain a concern. At the same time, the Straits Times Index has surged to a record high, prompting fresh debate over whether investors should increase their exposure to Singapore equities. Is the so-called "Orchard Road Effect" turning Singapore into Asia's premium investment destination, and could the STI climb even higher? We also examine the latest volatility in AI and semiconductor stocks. With chipmakers under pressure despite continued demand for AI infrastructure, is this a buying opportunity or a signal to be more selective? Joining Michelle Martin is Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment at Providend, to discuss whether record highs should deter investors, how rising oil prices could shape markets in the months ahead, and where the best investment opportunities may lie for the second half of 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Straits Times Index has quietly outperformed many major global markets this year, even as Wall Street continues to dominate headlines with artificial intelligence, Big Tech and record valuations. So what's driving the STI's resilience? Is this simply a rotation into value stocks and banks, or does it reflect stronger fundamentals in Singapore's market? Michelle Martin speaks with Nirgunan Tiruchelvam, Head of Consumer and Internet Research at Aletheia Capital, to unpack what's behind the divergence between Singapore and US equities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, our host and Head of Research, Thilan Wickramasinghe, shares Maybank's latest outlook for the Singapore market, explaining why the team continues to see upside for the Straits Times Index despite recent earnings downgrades. He discusses how easing energy prices, improving market liquidity, the expected deployment of institutional funds under the Equity Market Development Programme (EQDP), and accelerating enterprise AI adoption could support earnings upgrades and drive stronger market performance in the second half. Thilan also highlights the key risks to watch, including weak IPO sentiment, while sharing Maybank's preferred sectors and top stock picks, as well as details of the upcoming Engineering the Future second-half market outlook event.The episode also features Analyst Hussaini, who discusses Maybank's latest research on Physical AI and why it could become the next major growth driver for the telecommunications sector. He explains how AI-powered robots, autonomous vehicles and smart factories will create demand for ultra-low latency, high-reliability networks, opening up new monetisation opportunities through AI training traffic, machine coordination and premium network services. Hussaini also identifies the key beneficiaries across Asia, highlighting Singtel as ASEAN's leading beneficiary and China's major telecom operators as well positioned to benefit as industrial AI and machine networking continue to scale.

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Singapore shares rose today despite most Asian markets logging a negative session. The Straits Times Index was up 0.54% at 4,887.45 points at 1.22pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.45B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have for you DBS, after the lender posted a net profit of S$2.93 billion for its first quarter ended Mar 31, up 1 per cent from S$2.9 billion in the year-ago period. Elsewhere, from how outgoing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell confirmed ​he would stay on as a governor for now to defend the institution's independence, to a low down of US big tech earnings ahead of Apple’s results, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. On the final edition of Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with her regular Thursday guests Terence Wong, CEO, Azure Capital and David Chow, Director, Azure Capital. The trio also took a walk down memory lane to reflect the past 4 years of Market View commentaries and how the segment has evolved over the years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today as Asian markets traded mixed. The Straits Times Index fell 0.37% to 4,869.50 points at 2.00pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.23B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Mapletree Industrial Trust, after the Reit posted a distribution per unit of S$0.0309 for its fourth quarter ended Mar 31, 8 per cent down from S$0.0336 in the same period last year. Elsewhere, from the surprise exit of the United Arab Emirates from OPEC and implications on oil prices, to how tech shares took a hit after the Wall Street Journal reported that AI heavyweight OpenAI had missed internal targets for weekly users and revenue, and what this means for US tech firms set to report overnight, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. Also on deck – the likely outcome of the Federal Reserve’s April meeting, the last with Jerome Powell as its chair. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Jeffrey Yap, Regional Head of Wealth Management, Hong Leong Bank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today, in line with regional markets. The Straits Times Index was 0.03% below the flatline at 4,891.12 points at 2.35pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.16B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Mapletree Pan Asia Commercial Trust, after the manager today posted a 2.6 per cent fall in distribution per unit to S$0.019 for the fourth quarter ended March 2026, from S$0.0195 in the same year-ago period. Elsewhere, from movements in the Japanese Yen after the Bank of Japan kept interest rates steady despite a hawkish split, to how investors weigh the geopolitical maelstrom in the Middle East, more international headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, how Meta is reportedly preparing to unwind its acquisition of artificial intelligence startup Manus after China blocked the deal on national security grounds, and what the US-China tech rivalry could mean for the US tech sector going forward. 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 slid today even as most Asian markets traded higher. The Straits Times Index was down 0.65% at 4,890.76 points at 2.51pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.17B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel, after the firm commenced arbitration proceedings against three entities it entered into an investment with in 2016, concerning a residential and mixed-use development project in Vietnam. Elsewhere, from how investors are reacting to an Axios report that Iran seeks to make a deal on opening the Strait of Hormuz first ‌and postpone ⁠nuclear talks, to what to expect ahead of big tech earnings this week, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. Also on deck – all about Japan’s Nikkei hitting a record high on earnings, as well as expectations ahead of a slew of global central bank decisions 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 shares slid today as markets in Asia traded in both positive and negative territories. The Straits Times Index was down 0.7% at 4,909.28 points at 11.44am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$987.06M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Sheng Siong. The grocery store operator said in response to shareholder queries ahead of its AGM that it sees further room for margin improvement although the Iran conflict could exert “upward pressure on costs and prices”. Elsewhere, from a low down of the latest slew of S-Reit earnings, to how investors are reacting to news that Lebanon and Israel extended their ceasefire for three weeks, more corporate and international headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, how Meta Platforms and Microsoft are planning cuts or announcing buyouts that could affect as many as 23,000 jobs, part of an effort to streamline operations and offset heavy spending on artificial intelligence. 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 slid today, tracking movements seen in the region. The Straits Times Index fell 1.08% to 4,948.92 points at 11.42am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$965.25M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel, after the company today reported slightly lower year-on-year net profit for the first quarter ended March, as lower real estate contributions offset higher earnings from its infrastructure and connectivity segments. Elsewhere, from how the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq closed at new record highs overnight, helped by a strong start to earnings season, to how Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that the electric vehicle maker plans to use Intel’s next-generation 14A manufacturing process to make chips at its Terafab project, more corporate headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, how Japan’s Nikkei share average crossed the 60,000 level for the first time today. 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 dipped today as most Asian markets struggled for direction. The Straits Times Index fell 0.34% to 4,997.69 points at 2.57pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.29B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch for today, we have DFI Retail Group. The group’s underlying profit from continuing operations, which excludes the impact of several divestments and closures, rose 49 per cent year on year in Q1 2026, supported by lower financing costs. Elsewhere, from how markets reacted to comments by US President Donald Trump that he would indefinitely extend the Iran ceasefire, to how SpaceX said that it has an agreement giving it the right to acquire artificial intelligence startup Cursor for US$60 billion later this year, more corporate and international headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, what to know about US Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh’s confirmation hearing. 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 nudged higher today, tracking movements seen in the region. The Straits Times Index was up 0.08% at 5,008.16 points at 2.55pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.38B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Keppel Reit. The real estate investment trust (Reit) today said distributable income from operations for the first quarter rose 19.7 per cent on the year from S$48.4 million to S$57.9 million. Elsewhere, from how Asian stocks edged higher today amid signs that Iran may join talks with the US, to how Apple shares slipped in late US trading after naming John Ternus its next CEO, more corporate and international headlines remained in focus. Also on deck – how Hello Kitty creator Sanrio is launching a new gaming brand as it looks to monetise its portfolio of popular characters and tap into the fast-growing global games market. 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 were little moved today as investors mull renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The Straits Times Index hovered 0.09% above the flatline at 5,002.22 points at 2.31pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.09B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Wilmar International, after the agribusiness company on Friday said it foresees “certain indirect impact” on its operations from the ongoing Middle East conflict, but believes its current structure is sufficient to manage the situation. Meanwhile, from how oil prices jumped more than 5 per cent today, on fears that the ceasefire between the US and Iran could collapse after the US seized an Iranian cargo ship, to how iQIYI expects artificial intelligence to create a big chunk of its films and shows virtually from scratch someday soon, more corporate and 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 in line with movements seen in the region. The Straits Times Index was down 0.23% at 4,996.10 points at 3.27pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.35B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Yangzijiang Maritime, after the maritime investments company said yesterday that it has signed contracts to acquire eight very large crude carrier newbuilds and sell four medium-range tankers. Elsewhere, from how Singapore’s key exports expanded by a stronger-than-expected 15.3 per cent year on year in March, to how Netflix chairman Reed Hastings is quitting the streaming service he co-founded 29 years ago, more economic and corporate headlines remained 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 investors’ focus turned to global earnings due for the week. The Straits Times Index was down 0.13% at 5,014.72 points at 3.05pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.47B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Olam Group, after the group said today that it has obtained regulatory approvals from all jurisdictions for the proposed sale of its 44.58 per cent stake in Olam Agri to a Saudi fund. Elsewhere, from how China‘s economy picked up speed early in 2026 on strong exports and policy support, to how Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) booked a 58 per cent surge in profit, more corporate and economic headlines remained 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 inched higher today, tracking gains seen in the region. The Straits Times Index was up 0.2% at 5,017.73 points at 2.25pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.24B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch for today, we have Fraser and Neave, given how the beverage giant will invest up to NZ$20.1 million (S$15 million) in New Zealand-based honey producer Comvita. Elsewhere, from how major bank titans from JP Morgan Chase to Citigroup fared per their latest quarterly results, to how China’s growth likely rebounded in the first quarter of 2026, more corporate and international headlines remained 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.

Singapore shares registered gains today as investors mull a move by the country’s central bank to tighten monetary policy settings for the first time since 2022. The Straits Times Index inched 0.51% higher to 5,009.80 points at 1.52pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.12B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Oiltek International, Koh Brothers Eco Engineering and Koh Brothers, after property player Koh Brothers rejected a new shareholders’ attempt to force the company to distribute its stake in Oiltek on the basis that it is not in the group’s best interest. Elsewhere, from how US President Donald Trump signalled a willingness to resume talks and said Iran had reached out to his administration after weekend negotiations collapsed, to how Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Limited (CATL) is reportedly considering a share sale to raise as much as US$5 billion in Hong Kong, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, a quick look at Goldman Sachs’s results and how it sets the tone for the latest earnings season. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares slid today after no agreement was reached between the US and Iran in peace talks held over the weekend. The Straits Times Index was down 0.21% at 4,978.89 points at 2.45pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$855.70M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Katrina Group, after the Catalist-listed company on Friday said independent auditors from EY raised uncertainties in the company’s ability to continue as a going concern. Elsewhere, from how the US would impose a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and what this would mean for investors, to how Singapore’s central bank is poised to tighten policy tomorrow as the Iran war drives up import costs and threatens to push inflation beyond current projections, more international and economic 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 nudged higher today as investors continued to monitor the situation in the Middle East and mull upcoming US-Iran talks to be held over the weekend. The Straits Times Index edged 0.13% higher to 4,983.64 points at 1.39pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.00B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have the Singapore Exchange, given how the local bourse’s total securities market turnover value increased 78 per cent year on year to S$52.8 billion in March. Elsewhere, from how traders questioned the durability of this week’s US-Iran ceasefire, to how China’s factory-gate prices rose for the first time in 3-1/2 years in March, more international headlines remained 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 monitor developments on the global trade front. The Straits Times Index was up 0.46% at 4,970.16 points at 1.24pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$727.68M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Olam Group after the agri-food giant said today that it is selling its information technology and digital services unit, Mindsprint, to Wipro for US$375 million as part of a broader corporate reorganisation. Meanwhile, from how retail sales in Singapore surged 8.3 per cent year on year in February, to how Citigroup has pushed back its Fed rate-cut timeline, citing unexpectedly strong US job gains and persistent inflation risks, more economic headlines remained in focus. Also on deck – investors’ reactions to a media report that the US, Iran and a group of regional mediators are discussing the terms for a potential 45-day ceasefire, as well as US President Donald Trump’s renewed threats to attack Iranian infrastructure if Tehran does not meet his deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. 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 slid today as investors continue to mull US President Donald Trump’s address on the war in the Middle East. The Straits Times Index fell 0.76% to 4,937.86 points at 2.41pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.09B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have ST Engineering, after it announced yesterday that its marine business has secured a six-year subcontract valued at an estimated S$600 million from Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), a shipbuilder based in the United Arab Emirates. Meanwhile, from how regional markets moved post-Trump’s address to how CapitaLand Investment plans to accelerate its capital recycling efforts and is evaluating “structural solutions” for its assets in China, more financial and corporate headlines remained 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 inched higher today amid a bruising day for Asian equities. The Straits Times Index nudged 0.14% higher at 4,905.20 points at 2.31pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.22B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have DBS, given how the group has entered India’s buoyant equity capital market, marking a push into one of the world’s busiest venues for share sales. Elsewhere, from how Japan stepped up yen intervention threats and signalled that further falls in the currency could justify a near-term interest rate hike, to what to watch ahead of remarks from US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and the head of New York Fed John Williams, 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 inched higher today despite early losses seen in the region. The Straits Times Index was up 0.3% at 4,902.27 points at 10.36am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$569.09M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel, after the group and Simba Telecom have mutually agreed to extend the long-stop date for the proposed M1 deal to May 21. Elsewhere, from how Asian stock markets were swept up in a global rout today, to how OpenAI's ChatGPT ads pilot in the US crossed the US$100 million annualised revenue mark within six weeks of launch, more international and corporate headlines remained 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 even as Asian markets traded mostly lower. The Straits Times Index rose 0.35% at 4,921.88 points at 12.01pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$737.19M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Stoneweg Europe Stapled Trust. That’s as the trust invested 50 million euros (S$74.1 million) in AiOnX, its sponsor SWI Group’s data centre development fund, via a mandatory convertible loan. Elsewhere, from how Singapore’s factory output unexpectedly dipped 0.1 per cent year on year in February, a sharp reversal from January’s downwardly revised 12.9 per cent growth, to how Gap plans to open 50 new stores in mainland China in 2026 after breaking even for the first time last quarter, more economic and corporate headlines remained 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.

A $375M verdict, oil profits on steroids, and AI winners splitting from losers - markets are sending sharp signals. Asia-Pacific markets take their cue from Wall Street’s wobble as geopolitics and valuations collide, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. From Meta’s landmark legal setback to TotalEnergies flagging unprecedented refining margins, policy and profit cycles are colliding. In tech, Arm Holdings surges on AI optimism while Micron Technology slides despite strong earnings - a divergence investors can’t ignore. Meanwhile, governance questions deepen at Grab Holdings, even as U.S. equities start to look “cheap” again. Singapore’s Straits Times Index edges higher, with DFI Retail Group and Jardine Matheson leading, while Wilmar International lags. And in the Last Word - Apple bets big on an AI-powered Siri reboot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares inched higher today to track regional movements The Straits Times Index was up 0.57% at 4,890.15 points at 2.29pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.15B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Singapore Airlines. SIA said yesterday that the flag carrier will fly to Sydney’s new 24-hour airport. The new airport allows SIA to offer red-eye flights from Sydney, enabling it to bypass the 11 pm to 6 am curfew at the existing Sydney airport, with such flights preferred by corporate travellers. Elsewhere, from how Pop Mart International reported full-year revenue and net income broadly in line with analyst expectations, to how South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix announced today that it made a confidential filing for a US listing in 2026, more corporate and international headlines remained 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 traded in the positive territory today, in line with movements seen in the region. The Straits Times Index was up 0.51% at 4,865.95 points at 2.27pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.10B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Singtel, after the local telco last afternoon was hit with more than 9,700 user reports of a disruption on Downdetector, after three consecutive days of issues last week. Elsewhere, from how investors are reading into the mixed signals from the US and Iran on the war in the Middle East, to how Japan’s key inflation gauge slowed more than expected to its weakest pace in nearly four years as utility subsidies cooled energy costs, more international headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, how Alibaba is launching a new chip for agentic AI and inference computing, adding to a portfolio of semiconductors designed to drive its AI ambitions. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Nirgunan Tiruchelvam, Head of Consumer & Internet, Aletheia Capital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dived today to track hefty losses across regional markets. The Straits Times Index was down 2.38% at 4,831.30 points at 2.44pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.76B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Lendlease Global Commercial Reit, after the Reit’s preferential offering of 352.4 million units was only 62.2 per cent subscribed. Elsewhere, from how Singapore’s core inflation picked up, while headline inflation eased in February, to how owners of luxury brands ranging from Gucci to Fendi and Bulgari opened more stores in Europe last year despite a slowdown in the wider sector, more economic and international headlines remained in focus. Plus – all about the selloff in Asia today, and how Kpop agency HYBE saw shares drop after boyband BTS’ comeback concert. 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 fell today as investors continue to mull the impact of the Middle East war on global growth. The Straits Times Index was down 0.55% at 4,940.11 points at 2.18pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.04B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Hongkong Land and Suntec Real Estate Investment Trust, after the property developer acquired a 10.8 per cent stake in the trust, for S$541 million in a bid to grow its presence in Singapore’s prime commercial sector. Elsewhere, from how Alibaba Group declared a target of reaching US$100 billion of cloud and AI-related business revenue in five years, to how the Indian rupee fell past the 93 per dollar level for the first time today, more corporate and international headlines remained in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the key developments to watch for the day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today as investors continued to mull the Federal Reserve’s move to hold interest rates overnight. The Straits Times Index was down 0.44% at 4,980.01 points at 12.06pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.38B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Manulife US Real Estate Investment Trust, after its distributable income for the second half ended Dec 31 fell 31.1 per cent year on year to US$10.6 million. Elsewhere, from how Apple posted a 23 per cent surge in China smartphone sales in the first nine weeks of 2026, to how Micron Technology warned that it will need to spend heavily on production to meet burgeoning demand, more corporate headlines are in focus today. Plus – what investors should make of the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan’s moves to hold interest rates this week. 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 today as investors looked ahead to the latest Federal Reserve rate decision due overnight. The Straits Times Index was up 1.18% at 4,993.97 points at 2.06pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.18B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch for today, we have Singtel, after a second disruption of mobile services in recent days hit some of the telco’s users yesterday. Elsewhere, from how Malaysia’s ringgit rose to the strongest versus the Singapore dollar in five years as higher energy prices supported the net energy exporter, to how Nvidia has reportedly won Beijing’s approval to sell its second-most powerful AI chips to China, more international and corporate headlines remained 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 registered gains today as investors continue to set their sights on a flurry of central bank decisions from major economies around the world. The Straits Times Index was up 1.05% at 4,919.83 points at 2.29pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.19B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Singapore Airlines, after its low-cost arm Scoot posted a 17.4 per cent year-on-year increase in passenger traffic for February, of three billion revenue passenger-kilometres. Elsewhere, from how Singapore’s key exports rose 4 per cent year on year in February, easing from the preceding month’s downwards revision of 9.2 per cent growth, to developments out of Nvidia’s annual flagship event or the GTC in San Jose, more economic and 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.

War rhetoric, surging oil and AI spending are colliding - and markets are trying to figure out what breaks first. In this episode of Market View, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we unpack how mixed signals from U.S. President Donald Trump on the Iran conflict are rattling investors and pushing Brent crude toward the US$100 mark. We explore what 50 years of oil shocks teach us about the two signals markets really watch during geopolitical crises. Strategist Ed Yardeni warns the odds of a U.S. market meltdown could rise to 35% if the Iran conflict escalates - but is that too pessimistic? Meanwhile, the AI infrastructure race intensifies as Oracle builds massive data centers financed by heavy borrowing. We also play UP or DOWN with HPE, Hims & Hers, YouTube and Suntec REIT, and check in on the Straits Times Index, Hongkong Land, UOL and Wilmar International as Singapore markets try to stabilize. Companies mentioned: Oracle, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Hims & Hers, YouTube, Suntec REIT, Hongkong Land, UOL, Wilmar InternationalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

War risk in the Middle East is back on traders’ screens - and the ripple effects are already shaking oil, defense stocks, airlines and global markets. Escalating tensions in the Middle East - including Iran’s unprecedented leadership succession - are sending shockwaves through global markets. Oil has surged above US$100 a barrel for the first time in years, reigniting inflation fears and putting pressure on equities. Defense companies are rallying while travel and aviation stocks stumble amid rising geopolitical uncertainty. Meanwhile investors are watching Greg Abel’s first major moves as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway for clues on the next phase of Warren Buffett’s empire. Closer to home, the Straits Times Index slipped for the week as Singapore Airlines, SATS and Jardine Matheson came under pressure while ST Engineering surged on defence optimism. In this episode of Market View, hosted by Michelle Martin we unpack how geopolitics is reshaping sector winners and losers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

War in the Middle East sends oil surging and markets are scrambling for cover. Brent crude spikes to four-year highs as investors rotate into classic safe havens, while Dow futures tumble. We unpack how OPEC may respond - and what higher energy costs mean for inflation and equities. Then, in our “Invest Like Buffett” segment, we assess Berkshire Hathaway’s final quarter under Warren Buffett and the market’s early verdict on Greg Abel. We also break down why UBS is turning cautious on U.S. stocks and preview earnings from cruise lines to chipmakers. Plus, UP or DOWN on Anthropic, the Yangzijiang names, and the Straits Times Index - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. Companies in focus: Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett, Greg Abel, UBS, Anthropic, Apple, Yangzijiang Financial, Yangzijiang Maritime, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, Genting Singapore, OPECSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the AI trade still unstoppable - or is smart money quietly rotating? In this episode, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we unpack Nvidia’s blockbuster US$43 billion quarter and CEO Jensen Huang’s bold pushback against fears of an AI threat to software firms. We examine why Salesforce is leaning on a US$50 billion buyback as shares slide - and what that signals about SaaS sentiment. Closer to home, we explore how OCBC is prioritising special dividends over buybacks as Singapore payouts surge to multi-year highs. In UP or DOWN, we look at diverging fortunes across Air New Zealand, Qantas, Axon Enterprise and Lynas Rare Earths. We also check in on the Straits Times Index after Genting Singapore’s sharp drop. Finally, Malaysia’s durian-fuelled tourism push rounds out today’s Last Word.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is artificial intelligence about to upend trucking, property, and even your portfolio playbook? A former karaoke firm, Algorhythm Holdings, sparks an “AI Scare Trade” after unveiling its SemiCab logistics platform - rattling trucking and real estate services stocks as investors reassess disruption risk. Back home, Singapore’s S$155 billion Budget 2026 boosts AI adoption and business competitiveness just as the Straits Times Index surges past 5,000 for the first time. Wilmar International and United Overseas Land power the rally, with broker targets from UOB Kay Hian and Maybank Securities hinting at further upside. In UP or DOWN, we track Restaurant Brands, Pinterest, Instacart and Cisco as earnings and tariffs reshape sentiment. And in our Last Word, Britney Spears’ US$200 million catalog sale to Primary Wave reminds us that songs now live on balance sheets as much as playlists. A cross-asset conversation on disruption, liquidity and valuation - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. Hear about : Algorhythm Holdings (SemiCab), Wilmar International, United Overseas Land, Restaurant Brands International, Pinterest, Instacart, Cisco, Primary Wave.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asia-Pacific markets kick off the week on a strong footing - and beneath the surface, capital is quietly rotating, power is concentrating, and old franchises are finding new life. In today’s Market View, we unpack Keppel REIT’s move beyond offices into retail, and whether investors are warming to that diversification even as Singapore offices remain core. We look stateside as Wall Street ends the week mixed, with Bank of America flagging Estée Lauder, UBS, and Bruker as 2026 plays - from consumer brands to precision instruments. It’s UP or DOWN time with Oracle stepping deeper into TikTok’s US future, ByteDance eyeing a staggering US$50 billion profit year, and Elon Musk securing a record-breaking Tesla pay package - which gets a DOWN for governance optics. We also touch on Sony’s US$450 million bet on the Peanuts franchise, why Snoopy still matters at 75, and what ValueMax’s legal tussle means for investor sentiment. All that plus a holiday-shortened week ahead, the Straits Times Index check-in, and a cinematic Last Word from Pandora as Avatar: Fire and Ash hits the global box office - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A takeover battle, a surging underdog, and China stepping onto the pitch — this story has everything. In today’s episode, Michelle and Ryan unpack Puma’s sudden leap into acquisition headlines, with potential buyers including Anta, Li Ning, and Asics — alongside sector giants Nike and Adidas. We also break down CNBC’s list of US stocks that are outperforming and still look cheap, plus a packed UP or DOWN lineup featuring Alibaba, Digital Realty Trust, OCBC and MetaOptics.Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. The Straits Times Index, DFI Retail, Mapletree Industrial Trust and UOL also make an appearance as we wrap the local market picture. A fast, fiery six-line sprint through the biggest global and Singapore market movers today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The AI chip cold war has officially gone hot — and markets are moving fast. In today’s episode, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we unpack why Meta’s talks with Google’s AI chips have shaken Nvidia’s dominance and sent shockwaves through tech stocks. We break down what Meta, Google and Nvidia each stand to gain — or lose — as hyperscalers race to control more of the silicon stack. Plus we run through the UP-or-DOWN moves across global names such as Alibaba, Nvidia, Google, Meta, Xiaomi, HP, Best Buy, Nio, Apple, Samsung, ThaiBev. We also check in on the Straits Times Index as Hongkong Land, Jardine Matheson and Genting Singapore steer the morning’s action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Profits are up, but not everyone’s cheering. Sea Limited doubles earnings while Singtel posts a massive jump - yet investors aren’t entirely convinced. SoftBank cashes out of Nvidia to fund its AI future. Which of these moves spells confidence - and which signals caution? From Sea’s Shopee, Garena, and Monee to Singtel’s Optus and NCS, we unpack the region’s big earnings stories. Then we head to SoftBank and its 5.8 billion dollar Nvidia sale. Plus, our UP or DOWN spotlight hits JD.com, Sony, BHG Retail REIT, and SingPost. We wrap with the Straits Times Index rally led by Genting Singapore, UOL Group, and City Developments. Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Markets are moving. US lawmakers strike a compromise to end the shutdown, sending the S&P 500 and Nasdaq sharply higher, with Nvidia, Palantir among the day’s top gainers. We unpack Warren Buffett’s plan to step down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO, go quiet, and accelerate philanthropy - and what it means for Berkshire Hathaway investors. Our UP or DOWN game spotlights TSMC, Restaurant Brands , Vicom and YZJ Financial. We also take stock of the Straits Times Index, where Genting Singapore, DBS and ST Engineering made moves. Finally - a surreal “Last Word” - Paris launches a cemetery lottery! Get your finance wrap for the morning. Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can the viral power of Baby Shark turn into long-term investor value? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, today’s Market View dives into Pinkfong’s Seoul IPO ambitions and whether Korea’s cultural IP is set for another global wave. Micron’s upbeat earnings forecast also has Wall Street buzzing - what does it mean for the semiconductor cycle? In our Up or Down segment, we put Malaysia’s Gamuda, Indonesia’s Merdeka Gold, Zijin Gold, and Heineken under the spotlight. Plus, a check-in on the Straits Times Index, with Seatrium and Singtel making notable moves. And finally, our Last Word takes us inside the quirky retail empire of Don Don Donki, as succession looms for its Gen Z heir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gold at record highs, silver at a 14-year peak - are we in a new commodities supercycle? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we break down what’s driving the surge in gold, silver, and even copper prices. We also dissect insider selling at high-flying companies like Nvidia, Macy’s, Motorola Solutions, Oklo, and NetApp amid Wall Street’s rally. Plus, we debate UP or DOWN calls on Netflix, Adani Power, Pfizer, Nvidia, Oracle, and Mapletree Investments. How did the Straits Times Index perform after testing support at the 4,300 level? And for our Last Word: Fat Bear Week 2025 in Alaska - why investors and bears alike are bulking up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oracle stuns Wall Street with a historic surge, shaking up the tech landscape and even billionaire rankings. US inflation data cools, boosting hopes for Fed rate cuts as equities inch to new highs. Michelle Martin takes you through Klarna’s red-hot IPO, Chipotle’s Asian expansion, Del Monte’s turnaround, and UOL’s property play. Can CNMC Goldmine’s shine last in a shifting rate environment? Plus, Singapore’s Straits Times Index powers to fresh records, with JP Morgan eyeing 5,000 by year-end. And in the Last Word—OpenAI sets its sights on making an AI movie that isn’t slop. Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power struggles, cloud disruptors, and political shocks are moving markets. Hosted by Michelle Martin in this solo edition of Market View, dive into Lachlan Murdoch’s takeover of the Fox and News Corp empire, JPMorgan’s bullish call on a fast-growing cloud stock, and market reactions to leadership shifts in Japan and Indonesia. Hear why Nebius and Xpeng are gaining traction, while Cosco, Orient Overseas, and mm2 face headwinds. Plus, a check on the Straits Times Index, where Yangzijiang Shipbuilding outshines while SingTel lags. Insight-packed, forward-looking, and focused on what matters for your money today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway is doubling down on Japan’s trading houses — but what does the Oracle of Omaha see that others might miss? Tech stocks continue to power Wall Street, lifting indices to fresh highs. It’s our daily game of UP or DOWN: Meituan, Didi, Tesla vs BYD, Geo Energy, GuocoLand, and Pop Mart. Plus, a check on the Straits Times Index, with Thai Bev leading and Genting Singapore dragging.And for our Last Word: Cadillac speeds into Formula 1 with Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas at the wheel. All this and more, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big deals are shaking up the beverage and sports worlds! Keurig Dr Pepper takes on JDE Peet in an $18 billion reset, while Puma might be changing owners. Intel gets caught up in a political tug-of-war as President Trump’s stake sparks sovereign wealth fund chatter. Meanwhile, investors weigh in on Thomson Medical, Marco Polo Marine, SingPost, and Nio. The Straits Times Index opens flat, with REITs and banks in focus. All this and more, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.