Podcasts about straits times index

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.

Singapore shares nudged above the flatline early on as investors continue to mull the state of the global economy. The Straits Times Index was up a marginal 0.05% at 3,892.44 points at 10.40am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$398.81M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have CapitaLand Ascendas Reit, after the manager said today that it received in-principle approval for the listing and quotation of up to 202.4 million new units of CapitaLand Ascendas Reit on the mainboard of the Singapore Exchange yesterday. Elsewhere, from China’s factory activity in May shrinking for the first time in eight months, to gold prices edging up to hit a near four-week high amid a weaker US dollar, more international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – what simmering trade tensions between the US and China mean for investors. 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 dipped today, tracking movements in regional bourses. The Straits Times Index was down 0.45% at 3,877.24 points at 2.46pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$839.73M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Grand VentureTechnology, because the semiconductor company said yesterday that it had paused its proposed secondary listing on Malaysia’s Bursa exchange in view of confidential talks with a third party in relation to a possible transaction which could lead to an offer for its shares. Elsewhere, from an announcement by US President Donald Trump last Friday to double tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from 25% to 50%, to Samsung reportedly nearing a wide-ranging deal to invest in Perplexity AI – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Chin Hui Leong, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares moved higher today even as Asia traded mixed. The Straits Times Index was up 0.42% at 3,912.35 points at 2.46pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$716.87M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have OCBC, after the bank announced yesterday key leadership changes to its global wholesale banking franchise, to take effect on the 1st of October. Elsewhere, from Singapore’s real wages rising at a faster rate of 3.2% in 2024, to China planning an overhaul of its commodities market to attract global investors, more local and international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – how a Tencent Holdings subsidiary is snapping up a nearly 10 per cent stake in SM Entertainment valued at about US$180 million, marking a rare Chinese investment into a South Korean company in recent years. 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 shares nudged higher today as traders in the region struggled for direction. The Straits Times Index was up 0.24% at 3,884.95 points at about 2.32pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$476.31M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Sembcorp, after the group said yesterday that its subsidiary Sembcorp Utilities entered an agreement with several of its South-east Asian counterparts to explore exporting renewable energy from Vietnam into Malaysia and Singapore. Elsewhere, from shares of BYD extending losses in Hong Kong as sweeping price cuts stoked concerns of another wave of discounting in China’s electric car market, to what to watch ahead of Nvidia’s earnings out tomorrow – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Willie Keng, Founder, DividendTitan.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today as investors continue to monitor the state of the global economy. The Straits Times Index was down 0.27% at 3,869.69 points at 2.11pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$657.60M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Yangzijiang Shipbuilding. The marine vessel manufacturer reported that its year-to-date order wins for the first quarter of 2025 amounted to six vessels worth US$300 million. Yangzijiang Shipbuilding said this was around 5 per cent of its US$6 billion target for the 2025 financial year. Elsewhere, from Singapore’s core inflation coming in hotter-than-expected in April, to how US President Donald Trump’s trade negotiators are reportedly pushing the EU to make unilateral tariff reductions on US goods – more economic 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, tracking losses across the region. The Straits Times Index was down 0.33% at 3,869.74 points at about 12.45pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$633.30M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Singtel. The telecommunications giant returned to the black with a net profit of S$2.8 billion for its second half ended March, compared with a net loss of S$1.3 billion for the previous corresponding period. Elsewhere, from G7 finance leaders trying to downplay disputes over US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, to Bitcoin surpassing US$110,000 for the first time to head towards another record high, more international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck, how the Singapore Government is keeping the country’s economic growth forecast for 2025 at zero per cent to 2 per cent. 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 were lower today as traders continue to mull the state of the global economy. The Straits Times Index was down 0.2% at 3,874.68 points at 1.54pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$673.51M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment, after the global real asset manager today announced the launch of its first onshore master fund in China, the CLI RMB Master Fund. Elsewhere, from Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang praising US President Donald Trump’s move to scrap some AI export curbs to Singapore’s central bank chief’s comments on US-dollar based assets – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Khoon Goh, Head of Asia Research at ANZ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares inched higher today to track a positive session on Wall Street. The Straits Times Index was up 0.17% at 3,882.64 points at about 2.31pm with a value turnover of S$578.38M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have DFI Retail Group. The group’s underlying profit for Q1 2025 fell 18 per cent compared with the same period a year ago, due to the divestment of Yonghui Superstores last year. Elsewhere, from China’s central bank cutting two key interest rates to spur the domestic economy, to the Reserve Bank of Australia slashing its main cash rate by 25 basis points – more economic and international headlines remain in focus. Also on deck – a look into Chinese battery giant CATL’s Hong Kong trading debut, with shares up 13 per cent from their listing price at the open today. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Kelvin Wong, Senior Analyst, OANDA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today, tracking movements in the region. The Straits Times Index was down 0.31% at 3,885.80 points at 2.13pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$681.30M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Creative Technology, after the company named Freddy Sim, the younger brother of its late founder Sim Wong Hoo, as chief executive officer. Elsewhere, from shares of Alibaba slumping on the back of a report that its AI deal with Apple was facing scrutiny in the US, to how Nvidia plans to sell a technology to speed up chip-to-chip communication needed to build and deploy AI tools, more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares dipped today as optimism surrounding cooling global trade tensions fizzled off. The Straits Times Index was down 0.18% at 3,884.83 points at about 12.17pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$500.29M in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Singapore Airlines. The company posted a 65 per cent rise in net profit to S$2 billion for the second half of FY2025 ended March. This lifted the group’s full-year net profit to a record S$2.8 billion. Elsewhere, from Singapore’s key exports jumping 12.4 per cent on the year, to Walmart’s CEO warning of price increases caused by US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on imports – more economic and corporate headlines remained in focus. Also on deck – a breakdown of Chinese big tech earnings out this week. 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 all eyes remained on the global trade situation. The Straits Times Index was up 0.34% at 3,884.08 points at 11.46am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$639.05M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Genting Singapore, after the company said its chief executive officer Tan Hee Teck will step down. The firm also announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March. Meanwhile, from SingPost’s shares plunging nearly 12 per cent this morning on the back of its result release, to Starbucks reportedly kicking off its process to sell stake in its China business – 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 as optimism over the US-China tariff truce faded away. The Straits Times Index was down 0.39% at 3,865.96 points at 1.43pm with a value turnover of S$703.67M seen in the broader market.In terms of counters to watch, we have Food Empire, after the company posted a 16.3 per cent rise in its top line to US$136.6 million for the first quarter ended March, as most major markets delivered better performance. Elsewhere, from the impact of a US$600 billion US investment by Saudi Arabia, to Microsoft cutting 6,000 workers across the company – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. 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 jumped today on the back of cooling trade tensions between the US and China. The Straits Times Index was up 0.74% at 3,904.86 points at 10.30am Singapore time with a value turnover of S$883.77M in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Thai Beverage after the beverage maker announced on Friday that its profit for the second quarter ended Mar 31, 2025, decreased 3.2 per cent on the year to 6.7 billion baht (S$263.5 million), from a restated profit of seven billion baht. Meanwhile, global market movements remain in focus as investors welcomed the announcement that the US and China would temporarily lower tariffs on each other’s products in a 90-day cool-off period. On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode covers Foot Locker’s earnings and its implications for Nike, the latest U.S. job market data, and the impact of Trump’s new tariffs. We also discuss Mandarin Oriental’s mixed earnings, the latest AI stock sell-off at Marvell Technology, and Disney’s job cuts. Plus, Apple’s product refresh ( an ipad that's smarter and cheaper), Seven & i’s potential supermarket sale, and both check-in on the Straits Times Index.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang, unpacks the family feud shaking City Developments and its empire. Sherman Kwek and Kwek Leng Beng are in the centre of allegations of a "power grab"and the possible circumvention of corporate governance. The crisis at CDL, and the succession battle of a family empire that spans 18 billion dollars worth of property development, is examined. Then, Nvidia’s blockbuster earnings take center stage - has the AI-chipmaker quelled investor concerns? Local giants CapitaLand, Sembcorp, and ST Engineering report solid numbers - what’s fueling their growth? Plus, corporate movers: GM vs. Stellantis, a bubbly IPO from Mixue, and property plays Centurion and Ho Bee Land. All this and a check-in on the Straits Times Index - can it break its losing streak?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, as both break down Asia-Pacific markets, which have been trading lower amid US tariff concerns. Dive into REIT Watch with a focus on Prime US REIT, Manulife US REIT, United Hampshire US REIT, and Sasseur REIT. Explore tech headlines from Microsoft’s quantum chip to Apple’s new ( and cheaper) iPhone 16e. Get updates on Tesla, Palantir, Nikola, SingTel, Grab, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, DBS, OCBC, and Wilmar International. Plus, discover Singapore’s Straits Times Index performance and end with a taste of Bon Broth by Chef Andre Chiang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin as she unpacks Coca-Cola’s strong earnings, WK Kellogg’s mixed results, and the privatization offer for Paragon REIT. Discover how First REIT and Far East Hospitality Trust are navigating economic pressures, and why CATL’s IPO is making headlines. Plus, a look at BYD’s AI-driven growth, Tesla’s latest challenges, and key movements in the Straits Times Index.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Michelle looks closer at the Straits Times Index which hit a record high. What was driving it's gains before profit-taking set in? McDonald's defies expectations with strong same-store sales, while Coca-Cola bets $7 billion on milk. Starbucks tweaks mobile orders to ease barista strain - will it boost in-store traffic? Plus, ThaiBev, PropNex, GuocoLand, and China’s latest policy shift that could send gold prices soaring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets trade higher following Wall Street gains. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, the duo unpacks Alphabet’s and AMD’s earnings sell-offs, Keppel’s transition to asset management, and the latest on a potential Grab-GoTo merger. They also assess Spotify’s outlook, Estee Lauder’s struggles, and Mattel’s holiday boost. Plus, find out what Warren Buffett is buying and how Singapore’s Straits Times Index is faring this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into the latest market action and earnings updates. Discover insights into CapitaLand Ascott Trust, CDL Hospitality Trust, CapitaLand India Trust, and Keppel REIT. Explore director deals involving Huationg Global and Hong Lai Huat Group, and preview key US corporate earnings from Meta, Microsoft, Tesla, and Apple. Learn about Alphabet's record highs, Frasers Centrepoint Trust's upgrade, and Thomson Medical's losses. Plus, a look at ST Engineering, SP Group, and the Straits Times Index movers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode explores Asia-Pacific markets' bullish momentum, led by Sydney's ASX-200 and Seoul's KOSPI. Dive into Donald Trump's sweeping executive orders, their market implications, and the US-China tariff saga. Discover TikTok's role at Trump's inauguration, Xiaohongshu's market impact, and Chinese stocks like Hangzhou Onechance Tech and Yantai China Pet Foods. Analyze Singapore’s marine stocks, CDL's New Zealand deal, and the Hong Kong IPO of soda maker Dayao. Plus, insights on Costco, the Straits Times Index, and Japanese author Uketsu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dissects corporate earnings, including Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, TSMC, and Richemont. Discover insights into Blue Origin's successful mission, Infosys's AI-driven growth, and TikTok's controversies. Get updates on Singapore's market movers like CDL, DBS, and Singapore Airlines, alongside the Straits Times Index's performance. Tune in for essential market updates and the stories driving investor sentiment!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into record-breaking profits from JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, Wells Fargo, and Blackrock. Explore the bullish rally in quantum computing stocks like Nvidia, Rigetti, D-Wave, and IonQ. Discover how Singapore-listed companies Ho Bee Land, ESR REIT, GuocoLand, and OCBC are navigating market challenges and opportunities. Ryan shares insights on the latest Wall Street gains, driven by stellar banking results and encouraging inflation data. Local markets, Singapore REITs, and Straits Times Index updates round out this market-packed episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks Mark Zuckerberg's critique of Apple, Meta’s latest moves, and the state of the Chinese market. Explore the performance of Alibaba, JD.com, and Midea amid Beijing's stimulus measures. Discover how Walgreens, Bloks, and Mapletree Logistics Trust fared in the markets, and hear about NTT's billion-dollar REIT plans. Plus, catch updates on CapitaLand, DBS, OCBC, UOB, and Yangzijiang Shipbuilding in the Straits Times Index.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets are trading lower, while in Hong Kong, Bloks Group makes an exciting IPO debut. Michelle examines how the Singapore-Johor SEZ could benefit OCBC, UOB, SingTel, and Genting Singapore. SATS secures major global contracts, Kia launches its first made-in-Singapore electric SUV, and Parkway Life REIT earns a "buy" call from analysts. Plus, find out why the Singapore passport now holds the title of the world’s most powerful! Stay tuned for insights and updates from the Straits Times Index.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.