On Apr 2, US President Donald Trump delivered his first prime-time address since the US-Israeli war in Iran erupted on Feb 28, claiming major military victories against Iran’s navy, air force, and missile capabilities.

Yet he offered no clear timeline for ending the conflict. With Trump’s approval rating at a low 36% and Iran’s enriched uranium still largely intact, questions linger: was this speech aimed at reassuring Americans, or boosting support ahead of the midterms?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr. Samir Puri, author of Westlessness and Visiting Lecturer in War Studies at King’s College London, to find out more.

On Apr 2, US President Donald Trump delivered his first prime-time address since the US-Israeli war in Iran erupted on Feb 28, claiming major military victories against Iran&rsquo;s navy, air force, and missile capabilities. Yet he offered no clear timeline for ending the conflict. With Trump&rsquo;s approval rating at a low 36% and Iran&rsquo;s enriched uranium still largely intact, questions linger: was this speech aimed at reassuring Americans, or boosting support ahead of the midterms?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr. Samir Puri, author of Westlessness and Visiting Lecturer in War Studies at King&rsquo;s College London, to find out more.

The Big Story: Trump’s prime-time address on Iran - Victory speech or unfinished war?

The “Sell America” narrative has resurfaced amid rising geopolitical tensions and a more assertive US policy stance, but markets suggest a more nuanced reality.

US equities remain supported, Treasuries continue to attract demand, and foreign investors are still allocating into US assets.

Instead, the adjustment appears to be happening through the US dollar, while gold is gaining prominence as a key hedge against policy uncertainty and shifting global dynamics.

On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Arun Sai, Senior Multi-Asset Strategist at Pictet Asset Management, on why this may be less about exiting US markets and more about reducing USD exposure and building gold as a structural hedge.

The &ldquo;Sell America&rdquo; narrative has resurfaced amid rising geopolitical tensions and a more assertive US policy stance, but markets suggest a more nuanced reality.
US equities remain supported, Treasuries continue to attract demand, and foreign investors are still allocating into US assets.
Instead, the adjustment appears to be happening through the US dollar, while gold is gaining prominence as a key hedge against policy uncertainty and shifting global dynamics.
On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to&nbsp;Arun Sai, Senior Multi-Asset Strategist at Pictet Asset Management, on why this may be less about exiting US markets and more about reducing USD exposure and building gold as a structural hedge.

Wealth Tracker: If investors aren’t selling US assets, where is the ‘Sell America’ trade happening?

What do laser-filled highways and your cringey teenage email have in common? They’re both trying to fix problems we didn’t think had solutions.

On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh head to China where drivers are being kept awake by full-on laser light shows on highways. Is it genius… or just dangerously distracting?

Then, we switch gears to something way more personal: your email address. After years of being stuck with usernames you’d never say out loud in a meeting, Gmail might finally let you change it, without losing your entire digital life.

What do laser-filled highways and your cringey teenage email have in common?&nbsp;They&rsquo;re both trying to fix problems we didn&rsquo;t think had solutions.
On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh head to China where drivers are being kept awake by full-on&nbsp;laser light shows on highways. Is it genius&hellip; or just dangerously distracting?
Then, we switch gears to something way more personal: your email address.&nbsp;After years of being stuck with usernames you&rsquo;d never say out loud in a meeting, Gmail might finally let you change it, without losing your entire digital life.

What's Trending: China's laser highways are real… and Gmail is finally letting you change your cringe email

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. 

Singapore shares slid today as investors continue to mull US President Donald Trump&rsquo;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.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, from how regional markets moved post-Trump&rsquo;s address to how CapitaLand Investment plans to accelerate its capital recycling efforts and is evaluating &ldquo;structural solutions&rdquo; for its assets in China, more financial and corporate headlines remained in focus.
On Market View, Money Matters&rsquo; finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital.&nbsp;

Market View: Trump’s address on Iran war sends Treasury yields, oil prices higher and Asian markets lower; Australia’s regulator says ASX favoured shareholder returns over system resilience; ST Engineering, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, CapitaLand Investment to watch

Even when businesses are growing, hiring isn’t always keeping up.

In today’s uncertain global environment, shaped by geopolitical tensions, cost pressures and rapid advances in AI, companies are becoming more cautious about how they expand. Hiring is more targeted, investment is more disciplined, and productivity is taking priority over headcount.

On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks with Vincent Chin, Global Vice Chair, Public Sector Practice, at Boston Consulting Group, on what he’s seeing across industries in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Vincent shares how companies are navigating uncertainty, why hiring is becoming more selective, where demand for jobs still exists, and how AI and automation are reshaping the way businesses grow.

Even when businesses are growing, hiring isn&rsquo;t always keeping up.
In today&rsquo;s uncertain global environment, shaped by geopolitical tensions, cost pressures and rapid advances in AI, companies are becoming more cautious about how they expand. Hiring is more targeted, investment is more disciplined, and productivity is taking priority over headcount.
On Industry Insight, Lynlee Foo speaks with Vincent Chin, Global Vice Chair, Public Sector Practice, at Boston Consulting Group, on what he&rsquo;s seeing across industries in Singapore and Southeast Asia.&nbsp;Vincent shares how companies are navigating uncertainty, why hiring is becoming more selective, where demand for jobs still exists, and how AI and automation are reshaping the way businesses grow.

Industry Insight: Are companies growing but hiring less?

Stocks rallied while oil prices dipped below $102 as President Trump signaled a potential U.S. withdrawal from Iran within weeks, contingent on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Lawrence Hatheway, Global Investment Strategist, Franklin Templeton Institute discusses whether current valuations have already priced in a resolution.

Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Image: Pexels from Pixabay 

Stocks rallied while oil prices dipped below $102 as President Trump signaled a potential U.S. withdrawal from Iran within weeks, contingent on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.&nbsp;Lawrence Hatheway, Global Investment Strategist, Franklin Templeton Institute discusses whether current valuations have already priced in a resolution.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
Image: Pexels from Pixabay&nbsp;

US Markets Wrap: Blasting Back to Peace? The High Stakes of a Ceasefire

AI is getting cheaper, smarter - and possibly reshaping everything from property to portfolios.

In this episode, hosted by Michelle Martin, we discuss the implications of agentic AI on real estate and what AI commoditisation could shift power towards - platforms, data, or distribution?

Then we look closely at China’s rapid AI deployment and ask if it gives them a lasting edge, or if the US still dominates the core technology stack.

Arun Pai, Associate Partner of Monk’s Hill Ventures shares his views

AI is getting cheaper, smarter - and possibly reshaping everything from property to portfolios.
In this episode, hosted by Michelle Martin, we discuss the implications of agentic AI on real estate and what AI commoditisation could shift power towards - platforms, data, or distribution?
Then we look closely at China&rsquo;s rapid AI deployment and ask if it gives them a lasting edge, or if the US still dominates the core technology stack.
Arun Pai, Associate Partner of Monk&rsquo;s Hill Ventures shares his views

Money and Me: The transformations ahead for Agentic AI and real estate

AI, war tensions and a potential trillion-dollar IPO - markets are juggling momentum and risk.

Asia-Pacific markets trade higher as investors bet on easing geopolitical tensions and AI-led growth.

Intel surges on signs of a manufacturing-led turnaround, while Visa rolls out AI tools to reshape payments disputes.

Microsoft doubles down on Singapore with a US$5.5 billion AI investment, underscoring regional tech ambition.

Meanwhile, Elon Musk’s SpaceX IPO could rewrite valuation records even as Iran tensions cast a shadow over tech.

In corporate news, OCBC hits a S$100 billion milestone and ST Engineering secures major contracts - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.

AI, war tensions and a potential trillion-dollar IPO - markets are juggling momentum and risk.
Asia-Pacific markets trade higher as investors bet on easing geopolitical tensions and AI-led growth.
Intel surges on signs of a manufacturing-led turnaround, while Visa rolls out AI tools to reshape payments disputes.
Microsoft doubles down on Singapore with a US$5.5 billion AI investment, underscoring regional tech ambition.
Meanwhile, Elon Musk&rsquo;s SpaceX IPO could rewrite valuation records even as Iran tensions cast a shadow over tech.
In corporate news, OCBC hits a S$100 billion milestone and ST Engineering secures major contracts - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.

Market View: Intel’s Comeback, Visa’s AI Play & SpaceX’s Trillion-Dollar Orbit

Real estate is no longer just about homes, offices, or malls; it’s increasingly about data. As AI and cloud demand surge, we explore the rise of digital infrastructure like data centres and what it means for investors in Singapore. 

Keith Ong of RealVantage breaks down the risks, returns, and why this could be the next frontier in property investing.

Produced and presented by Audrey Siek

Real estate is no longer just about homes, offices, or malls; it&rsquo;s increasingly about data. As AI and cloud demand surge, we explore the rise of digital infrastructure like data centres and what it means for investors in Singapore.&nbsp;
Keith Ong of RealVantage breaks down the risks, returns, and why this could be the next frontier in property investing.
Produced and presented by Audrey Siek

Bigger Pic: How AI is redefining property investing

Many founders focus on building products, raising funding, and chasing growth. But what if most startups fail because they’re solving the wrong problems from the start?

On Mind Your Business, Joshua Chan, co-founder of ErgoTune, shares the lessons behind his social content that’s been gaining traction online, what actually works when scaling a business and the common mistakes founders continue to make.

Many founders focus on building products, raising funding, and chasing growth. But what if most startups fail because they&rsquo;re solving the wrong problems from the start?
On Mind Your Business, Joshua Chan, co-founder of ErgoTune, shares the lessons behind his social content that&rsquo;s been gaining traction online, what actually works when scaling a business and the common mistakes founders continue to make.

Mind Your Business: Why doing less can grow your business faster

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MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

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