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The Straits Times Index has surged to new highs recently, sparking fresh interest from investors at home and abroad. What’s driving this rally, and how well does the STI still reflect Singapore’s evolving economy? Miko Huang, Manager of Equity Index Product Management Asia at FTSE Russell, and Geoff Howie, Market Strategist at SGX, unpack the forces behind the index’s performance, its changing composition, and what it means for retail and institutional investors. From sector shifts and regional earnings exposure to trading activity in STI-linked products, they share key insights on where the market stands today, and what Singapore investors should keep in mind as they look ahead. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares inched higher today as Asian markets traded mixed. The Straits Times Index was up 0.45% at 4,289.14 points at 2.24pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$874.21M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have UOB. The bank announced yesterday that its cardholders in Singapore will be able to redeem reward points when travelling in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Elsewhere, from how US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to set a 10 per cent tariff on imports of lumber and 25 per cent on vanities and upholstered wooden products, to how China’s Zijin Gold saw shares soar as much as 66 per cent in their trading debut as gold prices reach record high – more international headlines remained in focus. Also on deck – more on a possible US government shutdown. Plus – how Boeing is reportedly in the early stages of developing a replacement for the 737 MAX. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Eddy Loh, Chief Investment Officer, Maybank Group Wealth Management.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares inched higher today as Asian markets started the week on a positive note. The Straits Times Index was up 0.22% at 4,275.36 points at 2.26pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$937.56M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, after the shipbuilder on Saturday announced that three of its subsidiaries have cancelled contracts valued at US$180 million with an unknown party. Elsewhere, from what an in-line personal consumption expenditures price index reading for August meant for investors, to how gold surpassed the key US$3,800 per ounce level for the first time today – more international and economic headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, more on CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit and Sony Financial Group’s trading debut in Shanghai and Tokyo respectively. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares were little moved as most Asian markets traded lower today. The Straits Times Index was 0.04% in the green at 4,275.62 points at 2.39pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$791.57M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Singapore Post. The postal service provider said yesterday that it has named Mark Chong as its group chief executive officer, with his appointment effective Nov 1. Elsewhere, from how Singapore factory output decreased 7.8 per cent year on year in August, missing expectations, to US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on pharmaceuticals, trucks and furniture – more economic 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 amid a tepid day in the region. The Straits Times Index was down 0.21% at 4,281.46 points at 11.51am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$584.48M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have OCBC, after the bank said yesterday that its current group chief credit officer for wholesale, Carina Lee, will be its new chief risk officer from 2026. Elsewhere, from how Chery Automobile rocketed more than 13 per cent on its trading debut in Hong Kong, to how the White House budget office is telling federal agencies to prepare plans for mass firings during a possible government shutdown, more corporate and international 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.

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.

Singapore shares dipped earlier today amid a mixed session for Asian markets. The Straits Times Index moved 0.29% lower to 4,290.13 points at 2.16pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$754.49M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch for today, we have Seatrium. The offshore, marine and energy engineering solutions provider announced yesterday that it has divested its AmFELS shipyard in Brownsville, Texas, for a consideration of S$65 million. Elsewhere, from Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba announcing its largest-ever artificial intelligence (AI) language model, to what mixed messages from the Federal Reserve on interest rates mean for investors – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Jeremy Tan, CEO, Tiger Fund Management.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Beyond the Straits Times Index, Singapore investors now have two new benchmarks: the iEdge Singapore Next 50 and the Liquidity-Weighted Next 50. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they explain what they track, why SGX launched them, how they’ve already outperformed the STI, and what this means for investors looking at Singapore’s mid-cap opportunities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares were little moved as Asian markets struggled for direction today. The Straits Times Index nudged 0.04% higher to 4,299.17 points at 2.36pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$911.64M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel. That’s after the infrastructure division of asset manager Keppel and Keppel Asia Infrastructure Fund (Kaif) announced today a joint divestment of their combined 80 per cent interest in 800 Super Holdings. Elsewhere, from how Singapore’s core and headline inflation slowed in August, contrary to expectations, to how Nvidia will invest up to US$100 billion (S$128 billion) in OpenAI and supply it with data centre chips, more economic and corporate headlines remained 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 dipped today amid mixed trade in Asia today. The Straits Times Index was down 0.06% at 4,300.16 points at 1.15pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$850.13M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have SGX, after the group today launched new indices that track the next tier of large and liquid mainboard companies beyond the 30 constituents of the Straits Times Index. Elsewhere, from how the Singapore government said today that it has extended the 4 per cent CPF interest rate floor for interest earned on all Special, MediSave and Retirement Account (SMRA) monies for another year, to how Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has fully exited Chinese automaker BYD – more financial 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 investors have a new way to diversify their portfolios, thanks to the launch of SGX’s iEdge Singapore Next 50 Indices, which track the next tier of large and liquid companies beyond the Straits Times Index. This comes at a critical time for global markets, as the Federal Reserve kicks off a fresh rate-cut cycle and investors brace for key US data, including PCE inflation and Q2 GDP, that could shape the final stretch of 2025. Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank unpacks what these developments mean for Singapore stocks, global markets, and safe-haven assets like gold, while sharing strategies for navigating both the opportunities and risks in the months ahead. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today despite most Asian markets trading in the green. The Straits Times Index was down 0.22% at 4,328.85 points at 2.39pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$826.72M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have SIA Group, after the airline group yesterday reported a 5.4 per cent increase in passenger traffic for August compared with the previous year. This increase outpaced the 2.7 per cent expansion in passenger capacity across Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Scoot. Elsewhere, from what to watch out of flagged talks between US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, to the confirmation of Trump’s pick Stephen Miran into the Federal Reserve’s rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee – more international headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, how Jack Ma is reportedly back at work to ‘Make Alibaba Great Again’! 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 were little moved today as Asian equities traded mixed. The Straits Times Index was flat at 4,344.24 points at 12.52pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$650.64M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Seatrium. That’s as the offshore and marine energy solutions company failed in a Singapore court appeal to block a US$126.6 million rig contract payment to a customer on Friday. Elsewhere, from what to watch out of ongoing trade talks between US and China in Madrid, to worries arising from a sharp slowdown in the Chinese economy, more economic headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – a look ahead to the Federal Reserve’s rate decision due in the early hours of Thursday. 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 despite a broadly positive day in the region. The Straits Times Index fell 0.2% to 4,347.25 points at 2.25pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$836.62M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment and CapitaLand China Trust. That’s after CapitaLand Investment said today that CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit’s public offer was 535.2 times subscribed. Meanwhile, from what an in-line inflation print out of the US means for investors to how the Singapore Exchange will launch an index that tracks listed companies that are not constituents of the Straits Times Index, economic and local headlines will dominate the conversation today. 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.

This week on Market Focus Weekly, host Emily Liu and Saxo Bank’s Charu Chanana break down the latest movements in US and Asia markets. From US jobs and inflation data fuelling expectations of a Fed rate cut, to gold’s unstoppable climb and whether Oracle’s stock surge signals an AI bubble. In Asia, Japan’s political shake-up brings more uncertainty, while in Singapore, DBS hits a record high and powers the Straits Times Index. Highlights: 03:26 US Fed outlook 04:30 Gold prices keep going up 08:31 Bank of Japan outlook 11:45 Oracle’s AI boom 16:34 DBS makes history --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Emily Liu (emilyliu@sph.com.sg) With Charu Chanana, chief investment strategist, Saxo Bank Edited by: Chai Pei Chieh & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Emily & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow Market Focus Weekly podcasts every Friday: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Amazon: bt.sg/mfam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/mfap Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp YouTube Music: bt.sg/mfyt Website: bt.sg/mktfocus Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Correspondents at: bt.sg/btcobt BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee 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.

Singapore shares were little moved today as investors continue to look ahead to the latest consumer inflation print out of the US. The Straits Times Index was down 0.03% at 4,345.09 points at 11.45am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$583.16M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have UOL, after the property developer has entered an agreement to sell Kinex, a retail mall, for US$375 million. Elsewhere, from how the US producer price index fell month-on-month in August for the first time since April, and what that means for the Federal Reserve, to how Chipotle is planning to venture into Asia for the first time – more international and corporate 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.

Singapore shares moved higher today amid a winning day in Asia. The Straits Times Index was up 1.08% at 4,344.16 points at 2.00pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.02B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Frasers Property given how its chief executive officer of emerging markets, Asia, Lim Hua Tiong, will assume the additional role of CEO of Frasers Property (Thailand) effective from Oct 1, 2025. Meanwhile, from a record day on Wall Street after the US Bureau of Labor Statistics revised down the number of new jobs in the 12 months through March by a record 911,000, to how DBS shares hit an all time high to boost the STI to a record, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Audrey Ho, Investment Counselor, Citigold Private Client, Citibank Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Singapore shares fell today, as all eyes remained on the upcoming US inflation prints out mid-week. The Straits Times Index was down 0.41% at 4,291.04 points at 2.14pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$830.22M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Thakral. That’s as the company hopes to benefit from the proposed London listing of Project Glow Topco, which is the parent of UK-based The Beauty Tech Group. Thakral holds a 9.32 per cent effective interest in The Beauty Tech Group. Elsewhere, from movements in Asia amid political uncertainties in Japan and in Indonesia, to MetaOptics surging 25 per cent on its Catalist debut on the SGX, more corporate and international headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, the Nasdaq’s record close, and how Tencent is reportedly considering its first public debt offering in four years, this time, targeting the dim sum 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 nudged higher early today, tracking a positive start in Asia. The Straits Times Index was up 0.11% at 4,311.95 points at 9.39am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$266.90M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment, given how CapitaLand China Trust (CLCT) will subscribe for 5 per cent of the 400 million initial public offering (IPO) units in CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit (CLCR), priced at 5.718 yuan per unit. Elsewhere, from how Tokyo rose on the back of Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s decision to resign, to how China’s export growth slowed to the weakest in six months as shipments to the US plunged at a faster rate – more international headlines remained in focus. Plus – how US markets had reacted to a disappointing set of employment data out on Friday night. 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, mirroring gains seen overnight in the US. The Straits Times Index was up 0.21% at 4,298.54 points at 11.55am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$572.22M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel and Keppel DC Reit. That’s after the manager of Keppel DC Reit announced yesterday its acquisition of the remaining stake in two data centres from its sponsor Keppel, for a consideration of up to S$8.4 million. Elsewhere, from how China’s financial regulators are reportedly considering cooling measures for the stock market amid a recent rally, to the US NASDAQ proposing tighter listing rules for thinly traded firms and Chinese companies, more international headlines remained in focus. Plus – more discussions surrounding the legality of US President Donald Trump’s global tariffs, and how the President is set to host tech CEOs for a dinner in the newly renovated White House Rose Garden. 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 amid a downbeat day for Asian investors. The Straits Times Index was down 0.28% at 4,286.26 points at 2.45pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$738.68M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Boustead Singapore, after the engineering and technology group said yesterday that it applied to list a real estate investment trust (Reit) on the Singapore Exchange. Elsewhere, from private economists raising their outlook for Singapore’s full-year growth, to OpenAI agreeing to buy product testing startup Statsig for US$1.1 billion in one of the largest acquisitions for the ChatGPT maker – more economic and corporate headlines remained 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 were higher today as investors continue to track the outlook for global interest rates. The Straits Times Index was up 0.52% at 4,298.45 points at 2.35pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$716.37M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have ST Engineering and ComfortDelGro. That’s after ComfortDelGro became the sole owner of taxi operator CityCab, after acquiring all of ST Engineering Land Systems’ shares for a total purchase consideration of S$116.3 million. Elsewhere, from movements in the Hong Kong Hang Seng after Alibaba’s stellar showing, to gold prices climbing to a new record as investors sought out safe havens – more international headlines remained 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.

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.

Singapore shares dipped today as investors mull a mixed day in Asia. The Straits Times Index was down 0.04% at 2.17pm Singapore time, at 4,244.06 points, with a value turnover of S$584.32M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment, after its subsidiary CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit (CLCR) received approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission yesterday to register for its listing on the Shanghai Stock Exchange. Elsewhere, from investors’ reactions to a better-than-expected set of earnings out of AI chip titan Nvidia, to South Korea’s central bank holding policy interest rates steady for a second straight review – more corporate and international 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 dipped today amid a mixed session in Asia. The Straits Times Index was down 0.05% at 4,241.38 points at 2.28pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$789.47M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch for today, we have Prudential, after the firm’s new business profit rose to US$1.26 billion for its first half ended Jun 30, from US$1.12 billion in the year-ago period. Elsewhere, from how US President Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs on Indian goods came into effect today, to a lookahead to Nvidia’s earnings due overnight, 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.

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.

Singapore shares fell today as investors continue to mull developments out of the US. The Straits Times Index was down 0.32% at 4,242.97 points at 2.38pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$832.01M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Thomson Medical Group, after the healthcare provider yesterday announced its Johor Bay “mega project” in Malaysia. That is with a projected gross development value of over RM18 billion (S$5.5 billion). Meanwhile, headlines relating to the US continue to dominate the mind space of investors – including US President Donald Trump’s announcements on the firing of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, and the possibility of additional tariffs on the US’ trading partners. 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.

Who’s buying, who’s selling — and what do the deals reveal? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we break down Keppel’s bold share buybacks, Metro Holdings’ director trades, and Q&M Dental’s unusual mix of buying and selling. Then, the US government shocks markets with a 10% stake in Intel — one of the biggest state interventions since 2008. We size up Wall Street’s mixed week, preview earnings from Nvidia, Snowflake, Dell, Crowdstrike, and Li Auto, and play Up or Down with Google, Nio, SingPost, and Creative Technology. Plus, we check in on the Straits Times Index, Mapletree Logistics Trust, SingTel, and DFI Retail. And for the Last Word: Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters storms cinemas with singalong screenings, cosplay fans, and Billboard-topping anthems.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today to track a positive session in Asia. The Straits Times Index was up 0.23% at 4,262.69 points at 1.30pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.03B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have OCBC. That’s after the bank announced today the introduction of a US$1 billion digital US commercial paper (USCP) programme using the blockchain. Elsewhere, from how Singapore’s core and headline inflation slowed in July, to how oil prices climbed after Ukraine stepped up attacks on Russia – more economic headlines remained in focus. Also on deck - a look at changes to Singapore Airlines’ frequent flyer programme and what that would mean for the company and investors.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.

Wall Street’s losing streak deepens as Walmart posts a rare profit miss. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into Walmart’s sales resilience, India’s luxury beauty boom, and corporate shake-ups. Global giants like L’Oréal, Shiseido, Estee Lauder, and Amorepacific are zeroing in on India’s rising consumers.We break down the UP or DOWN calls on Johnson & Johnson, Baidu, Great Eastern, Thomson Medical, and Coliwoo. Plus, a spotlight on the Straits Times Index movers SATS and DFI Retail. Catch the latest insights and signals shaping markets today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares moved higher today as all eyes remained on US interest rate movements for September and beyond. The Straits Times Index was up 0.44% at 4,249.32 points at 2.05pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$668.43M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Singapore Post, after the postal service provider’s operating profit for the first quarter ended June came in at S$3.4 million, a 60 per cent year-on-year drop from S$8.4 million. Elsewhere, from Tesla raising the price of its Cybertruck Cyberbeast in the US, to how postal services across the world are cutting off parcel deliveries to the US given the fast-approaching end of a tariff exception for low-value packages, more corporate and international headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, what to watch when Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks at the Jackson Hole Symposium in a couple of hours’ time. 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, tracking a broadly positive day in Asia. The Straits Times Index was up 0.18% at 4,227.21 points at 12.53pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$630.67M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Sats, after the airline caterer yesterday reported a 9.1 per cent year-on-year rise in net profit to S$70.9 million for the first quarter ended Jun 30, 2025, on the back of growth in aviation cargo and food service volumes. Elsewhere, from more on share price movements in Great Eastern, to how South Korea is reportedly set to unveil about US$150 billion in US investment plans by private companies during a summit between President Lee Jae Myung and US President Donald Trump – more corporate and international 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.

UOL’s stock is on fire—up nearly 40% this year—can the rally last? Analysts from CGS International, Citi, and DBS say yes, pointing to smart land buys and blockbuster project launches. Meanwhile, Wall Street cools as AI heavyweights like Nvidia and Palantir stumble. In today’s UP or DOWN, we size up Home Depot, Viking Therapeutics, Xiaomi, and iFast. The Straits Times Index regains the 4,200 level with Jardine Matheson in the lead, while ST Engineering lags. From Singapore property giants to global market movers, we connect the dots for investors. Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose to buck regional movements today. The Straits Times Index was up 0.26% at 4,227.31 points at 2.23pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$825.56M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment. That’s as the global real asset manager said yesterday that it will provide retail advisory services to Malaysian property developer Astaka for a new mixed-use project in Johor worth RM1.2 billion (S$364.5 million) in gross development value. Elsewhere, from how prices on Grab briefly jumped about a hundred times from the usual rates briefly today, to how shares of Pop Mart International Group rose to a new record on the back of news of a mini Labubu – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Too Jun Cheong, Dealing Manager from Moomoo Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Intel’s turnaround story just got bigger—SoftBank is investing $2 billion while the U.S. government may take a 10% stake. Nio is steering its EVs into Singapore for the first time, widening its global footprint. Wall Street holds near record highs as bulls and bears clash ahead of Jerome Powell’s Jackson Hole speech. We play UP or DOWN with Novo Nordisk, Palo Alto Networks, Yangzijiang Financial, and CapitaLand Ascendas REIT. The Straits Times Index slips under 4,200, with ST Engineering, Sembcorp, and Keppel dragging while Frasers Logistics shines. And our Last Word spotlights Judy Faulkner, who built Epic Systems into a health-tech empire from her basement. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today as investors continue to mull global developments including the upcoming Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. The Straits Times Index was up 0.63% at 4,213.79 points at 2pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$971.46M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Yangzijiang Financial. That’s after the investment holding company said yesterday that it will be the anchor investor in a S$100 million fund by ICH Asset Management, led by the Singapore-listed company’s former chief executive Vincent Toe. Elsewhere, from what promising diplomatic signals toward ending hostilities between Russia and Ukraine could mean for investors, to how SoftBank has agreed to buy US$2 billion in Intel stock – more international and corporate 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 fell today despite a broadly positive day seen in Asia. The Straits Times Index was down 0.79% at 4,197.25 points at 12.53pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$671.72M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have iFast, after the group on Friday announced that its Malaysia-incorporated subsidiary iFast Pay Malaysia received in principle approval from Bank Negara Malaysia to operate as an electronic money issuer and to hold a Money Services Business Class A licence. Elsewhere, from Singapore’s key exports sliding more than expected in July, to how Japan’s Nikkei share average hit a record high today – more international headlines remained 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.

Earnings season heats up in Asia as Tencent posts double-digit profit growth, fuelled by its AI-powered advertising, gaming, and Weixin upgrades, while GoTo marks its fourth straight profitable quarter thanks to a TikTok tie-up. In Singapore, we run an UP or DOWN check on CapitaLand Investment, AEM, Food Empire, and EC World REIT to see how results match market moves. The Straits Times Index pushes into record territory led by City Developments and Singtel, while Taylor Swift makes podcast history and announces her new album. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode tracks the market movers across Asia and ends with a pop-culture twist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares fell today as investors digest a flurry of earnings out of the country in recent days. The Straits Times Index was down 0.40% at 4,255.79 points at 11.59am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$900.51M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment, after the group today posted net profit of S$287 million for H1 ended June 2025, 13 per cent down from S$331 million in the year-ago period. Elsewhere, from how shares of ST Engineering tumbled 6.4 per cent early on, despite announcing better first-half results, to how Lenovo’s profit beats estimates as firms ramped up on purchases of personal computers ahead of potential new US tariffs, more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – a quick look at Foxconn’s latest results as well as how Bitcoin hit a record high on the back of financial reforms and rate cut bets. 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.

The Singapore Exchange just logged its busiest month in three months, trading liquidity up 44%, small- and mid-cap stocks on fire, and gains across derivatives, ETFs, and commodities.With the Straits Times Index hitting fresh highs, the big question now is: what’s fuelling this surge, and will the momentum carry on?On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Alvin Chow, investment advisor at iFAST Global Markets and, Co-founder of Dr Wealth, to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares rose today amid a positive day in Asia. The Straits Times Index was up 0.94% at 4,260.31 points at 3.08pm 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 Singtel, after the telco giant said in its business update today that its Q1 net profit soared 317.4 per cent to S$2.9 billion from S$690 million in the year-ago period. Elsewhere, from how investors are reacting to an in-line US inflation reading to how Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to meet US President Donald Trump during a visit to the US next month – more international headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, earnings out of City Developments Limited and Yangzijiang Financial. 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.

A 90-day US-China trade truce lifts Asia-Pacific markets, but the bigger buzz is in Singapore’s telecom scene as Keppel sells M1 — to an unexpected buyer. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks the impact on rivals StarHub, SingTel, and Simba, and whether market share shifts are coming. In the US, Intel’s CEO Lip-Bu Tan goes from “conflicted” to “success” overnight after meeting President Trump, sending shares up. We also discuss analyst downgrades for Sembcorp Industries and UOB, Ford’s EV push, lithium stock spikes from CATL’s mine halt, Paramount’s billion-dollar UFC rights deal, and Straco’s profit plunge. Plus, a check on the Straits Times Index movers, from Venture Corp to Sembcorp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today despite Asian markets trading mostly in the green. The Straits Times Index was down 0.22% at 4,223.52 points at 2.31pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$891.19M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have StarHub, after the telco today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary StarHub Online has acquired the remaining 49.9 per cent stake in MyRepublic’s broadband business that it did not already own. Elsewhere, from how the US and China extended a tariff truce for another 90 days to how China has reportedly urged local companies to avoid using Nvidia’s H20 processors, particularly for government-related purposes – more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. Also on deck, a look at the latest monetary policy decision by the Reserve Bank of Australia. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.