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.

Singapore shares nudged higher today as all eyes remained on trade tensions between the US and China.&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
Elsewhere, from Asian market movements given hopes of easing trade tensions between the US and China, to Japan confirming that the country&rsquo;s economy contracted in the first quarter, more international headlines remain in focus. &nbsp; On Market View, Money Matters&rsquo; finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments of the day.

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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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 rallied on fresh China-US trade talks; China’s factory gate deflation worst in 22 months; Japan confirms GDP contraction; Meta reportedly in talks for Scale AI investment that could top US$10billion; OCBC, CapitaLand Investment to watch

What if you could give someone a song made just for them, a melody that tells their story, captures their emotions, and celebrates their journey?

Lyrica Song Gift, is Singapore’s first and only company creating personalised songs for weddings, branding, and life’s most meaningful moments. Every lyric and melody becomes a musical keepsake, turning memories into a gift that no traditional present could ever match.

On The Right Business, Nadiah Koh speaks with Ray Zhang, Producer of Lyrica Song Gift, to find out how he transforms ordinary moments into unforgettable music.

What if you could give someone a song made just for them, a melody that tells their story, captures their emotions, and celebrates their journey?
Lyrica Song Gift, is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only company creating personalised songs for weddings, branding, and life&rsquo;s most meaningful moments. Every lyric and melody becomes a musical keepsake, turning memories into a gift that no traditional present could ever match.
On The Right Business, Nadiah Koh speaks with&nbsp;Ray Zhang, Producer of Lyrica Song Gift, to find out how he transforms ordinary moments into unforgettable music.

Right Business: This company turns your life story into a one-of-a-kind song

Singapore’s latest job figures show signs of strain. Retrenchments edged up in the third quarter, job vacancies continued to fall, and more firms are planning layoffs.

That’s all according to the Ministry of Manpower’s third quarter labour report released earlier today.

At the same time, overall employment is still growing and there are still more job openings than unemployed persons, but the gap is closing. Workers are staying put, companies are cautious, and the labour market is clearly cooling.

So what’s really driving these shifts? And should workers be bracing for a tougher 2026?

On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks with Ives Tay, Independent Workforce Development Consultant, as he helps us make sense of these trends and what they mean for Singaporeans heading into the new year.

Singapore&rsquo;s latest job figures show signs of strain.&nbsp;Retrenchments edged up in the third quarter, job vacancies continued to fall, and more firms are planning layoffs.
That&rsquo;s all according to the Ministry of Manpower&rsquo;s third quarter labour report released earlier today.
At the same time, overall employment is still growing and there are still more job openings than unemployed persons, but the gap is closing.&nbsp;Workers are staying put, companies are cautious, and the labour market is clearly cooling.
So what&rsquo;s really driving these shifts?&nbsp;And should workers be bracing for a tougher 2026?
On The Big Story, Nadiah Koh speaks with Ives Tay, Independent Workforce Development Consultant, as he helps us make sense of these trends and what they mean for Singaporeans heading into the new year.

The Big Story: More retrenchments, fewer jobs - Is Singapore’s job market in trouble for 2026?

Singapore is quietly becoming a regional crypto hub, with 61% of Singaporeans now holding digital assets, evidence that crypto is moving beyond a niche hobby into mainstream retail finance.

On Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks with Rohith Murthy, CEO of MoneyHero to unpack findings from the Pulse of Crypto Singapore 2025 report, exploring rising ownership, cautious allocations, and the surprising influence of social media on crypto investors.

Singapore is quietly becoming a regional crypto hub, with 61% of Singaporeans now holding digital assets, evidence that crypto is moving beyond a niche hobby into mainstream retail finance.
On Wealth Tracker, Nadiah Koh speaks with Rohith Murthy, CEO of MoneyHero to unpack findings from the Pulse of Crypto Singapore 2025 report, exploring rising ownership, cautious allocations, and the surprising influence of social media on crypto investors.

Market View: Asia rallied on fresh China-US trade talks; China’s factory gate deflation worst in 22 months; Japan confirms GDP contraction; Meta reportedly in talks for Scale AI investment that could top US$10billion; OCBC, CapitaLand Investment to watch

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