The Big Story: Is Singapore ready to face climate change while geopolitical tensions stall the world?

Climate change is no longer a distant threat, it’s unfolding in real time. Sea levels are creeping higher, heatwaves are becoming more intense and frequent, and global supply chains are increasingly strained by extreme weather. At the same time, the world’s attention is pulled in other directions,…

Wealth Tracker: Markets keep climbing, but are investors getting complacent?

In just a few months, investors have had to navigate geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, trade uncertainty in the US, and disruptions to global energy supply. And yet, despite all that, global equities actually hit record highs as recently as late February. So are markets brushing off the r…

What’s Trending: Creepy boss surveillance .. and an AI vehicle so futuristic it does your work while driving

How far is too far when it comes to bosses keeping tabs on employees? On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into the increasingly invasive world of workplace surveillance, from sensors tracking posture and heart rate to timed toilet breaks.  Then, we hit the road with Will.I.Am’s l…

Market View: Asia markets drop on Trump, Iran threats; Singapore’s February core inflation accelerates to 1.4%; Luxury brands from LVMH to Kering defy slowdown with more new store openings in Europe; Meta’s Zuckerberg reportedly developing AI agent to help with his CEO duties; Kpop agency HYBE shares drop after boyband BTS comeback concert; Lendlease Global Commercial Reit to watch

Singapore shares dived today to track hefty losses across regional markets. The Straits Times Index was down 2.38% at 4,831.30 points at 2.44pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.76B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Lendlease Global Commercial Reit, aft…

The Big Story: If less than 1% comes from the Middle East, why are food prices rising in Singapore?

Singapore imports more than 90% of its food, yet less than 1% comes from the Middle East. Despite this, Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu has warned that ongoing conflicts could still drive up food prices through disruptions to global shipping routes like the Strait of Hormu…

Wealth Tracker: Can alternative energy provide a hedge against the latest oil shocks?

Conflict in the Middle East is rocking global energy markets. Oil prices are spiking, shipping routes are under threat, and supply chains are stretched to the limit. But what does this mean for your investments, and the future of renewable energy?  On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to James…

What’s Trending: Will BTS surpass Taylor Swift’s record-breaking tour? Also, why did Enhypen fans target a pension fund?

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada dive into the world of K-pop from fan reactions that spiralled into real-world disruption, to the massive economic power of global superstars. They unpack the fallout from Heeseung’s departure from Enhypen, which escalated from petitions and p…

Market View: Alibaba targets US$100 billion of cloud, AI revenue in five years; Nvidia to sell 1 million chips to Amazon by end of 2027 in cloud deal; Rupee breaches 93 per dollar to hit record low; Dollar slips, Asian markets slide as Iran war spurs hawkish rate rethink; Hongkong Land, Suntec Reit, Singtel to watch

Singapore shares fell today as investors continue to mull the impact of the Middle East war on global growth. The Straits Times Index was down 0.55% at 4,940.11 points at 2.18pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.04B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Hon…

The Big Story: Should AI be grading our papers?

Over the past year, the spotlight has been firmly on students and their use of AI, questions around academic integrity, strict guidelines, and even penalties for those who don’t disclose it. But now, the conversation is shifting. Several universities here in Singapore, including Nanyang Technolog…

Wealth Tracker: Gold demand surges in Singapore - Should you buy gold too?

It’s not just global investors driving the surge in gold, but buyers right here in Singapore. From bullion dealers to pawnshops, demand for gold bars, coins, and even jewellery has spiked sharply in recent months, fuelled by rising tensions in the Middle East, volatile markets, and growing expecta…