Singapore shares dived today to track hefty losses across regional markets.

The Straits Times Index was down 2.38% at 4,831.30 points at 2.44pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.76B seen in the broader market.

In terms of counters to watch, we have Lendlease Global Commercial Reit, after the Reit’s preferential offering of 352.4 million units was only 62.2 per cent subscribed. 

Elsewhere, from how Singapore’s core inflation picked up, while headline inflation eased in February, to how owners of luxury brands ranging from Gucci to Fendi and Bulgari opened more stores in Europe last year despite a slowdown in the wider sector, more economic and international headlines remained in focus. 

Plus – all about the selloff in Asia today, and how Kpop agency HYBE saw shares drop after boyband BTS’ comeback concert.

On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.

Singapore shares dived today to track hefty losses across regional markets.
The Straits Times Index was down 2.38% at 4,831.30 points at 2.44pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.76B seen in the broader market.
In terms of counters to watch, we have Lendlease Global Commercial Reit, after the Reit&rsquo;s preferential offering of 352.4 million units was only 62.2 per cent subscribed.&nbsp;
Elsewhere, from how Singapore&rsquo;s core inflation picked up, while headline inflation eased in February, to how owners of luxury brands ranging from Gucci to Fendi and Bulgari opened more stores in Europe last year despite a slowdown in the wider sector, more economic and international headlines remained in focus.&nbsp;
Plus &ndash; all about the selloff in Asia today, and how Kpop agency HYBE saw shares drop after boyband BTS&rsquo; comeback concert.
On Market View, Money Matters&rsquo; finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.

Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.

Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.

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In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

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.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

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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

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, from geopolitical tensions to ongoing energy crises.

So where does that leave Singapore, a low-lying island nation already grappling with rising temperatures and long-term sea level risks? 

And how will Singapore plan decades ahead when international cooperation is fragmenting, funding is uncertain, and the impacts of climate change are becoming more unpredictable by the year?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with international freelance climate editor Rachel Kelly, to find out more. 

Climate change is no longer a distant threat, it&rsquo;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&rsquo;s attention is pulled in other directions, from geopolitical tensions to ongoing energy crises.
So where does that leave Singapore, a low-lying island nation already grappling with rising temperatures and long-term sea level risks?&nbsp;
And how will Singapore plan decades ahead when international cooperation is fragmenting, funding is uncertain, and the impacts of climate change are becoming more unpredictable by the year?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with international freelance climate editor Rachel Kelly, to find out more.&nbsp;

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

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 risks, or are investors simply focusing on the bigger economic picture?

On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Steve Brice, Global CIO, Standard Chartered, to find out more.

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 risks, or are investors simply focusing on the bigger economic picture?
On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to&nbsp;Steve Brice, Global CIO, Standard Chartered, to find out more.

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

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 latest brainchild: Trinity, a city-friendly, AI-powered electric vehicle that doesn’t just drive - it thinks with you. Imagine turning your daily commute into a moving brainstorming session, guided by an AI assistant that’s always learning, observing, and helping you get things done.

How far is too far when it comes to bosses keeping tabs on employees? On What&rsquo;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.&nbsp;
Then, we hit the road with Will.I.Am&rsquo;s latest brainchild: Trinity, a city-friendly, AI-powered electric vehicle that doesn&rsquo;t just drive - it thinks with you. Imagine turning your daily commute into a moving brainstorming session, guided by an AI assistant that&rsquo;s always learning, observing, and helping you get things done.

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