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.

Singapore shares rallied today alongside regional gains seen in Asia.&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
That&rsquo;s as US President Donald Trump said overnight that he had &ldquo;no intention&rdquo; of firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, while signalling a more conciliatory approach to the trade war with China.&nbsp;
On Market View, Money Matters&rsquo; finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Thilan Wickramasinghe, Head of Equity Research, Maybank Securities.

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.

Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

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Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian (4pm - 7pm)

Market View: Change in Trump’s stance on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, trade with China; STI performance on Nomination Day; IMF projects global growth to slow to 2.8% in 2025 – poorest showing since Covid-19 pandemic; Intel reportedly poised to cut over 20% of staff; Tesla reports 71% drop in Q1 profits; S-Reits, Keppel Reit in focus

In a span of a week, the news reported the horrific deaths of two beloved community cats in Singapore, and upon further inspection, it is due to the gruesome abuse and harm that was inflicted upon them.

Earlier this year, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals called for stronger animal protection laws and enforcement as the number of confirmed reports of animal cruelty and welfare concerns hit a 12-year high, with reports stating over 2,000 animals being victims, with 60.7% of them being cats.

On The Hot Seat, Hongbing Jeong speaks to James Gomez, Senior Associate at Edmond Pereira Law Corporation and Kalaivanan Balakrishnan, CEO of Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (ACRES), in order to find out if Singapore's laws is sufficient to protect stray animals from abuse or do Singaporeans have a moral responsibility to do so?

In a span of a week, the news reported the horrific deaths of two beloved community cats in Singapore, and upon further inspection, it is due to the gruesome abuse and harm that was inflicted upon them.
Earlier this year, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals called for stronger animal protection laws and enforcement as the number of confirmed reports of animal cruelty and welfare concerns hit a 12-year high, with reports stating over 2,000 animals being victims, with 60.7% of them being cats.
On The Hot Seat, Hongbing Jeong speaks to James Gomez, Senior Associate at Edmond Pereira Law Corporation and Kalaivanan Balakrishnan, CEO of Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (ACRES), in order to find out if Singapore's laws is sufficient to protect stray animals from abuse or do Singaporeans have a moral responsibility to do so?

The Hot Seat: Are Singapore’s laws enough or must we do more to protect stray animals?

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.

Singapore shares dipped today as optimism surrounding cooling global trade tensions fizzled off.&nbsp;
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&rsquo;s full-year net profit to a record S$2.8 billion.
Elsewhere, from Singapore&rsquo;s key exports jumping 12.4 per cent on the year, to Walmart&rsquo;s CEO warning of price increases caused by US President Donald Trump&rsquo;s tariffs on imports &ndash; more economic and corporate headlines remained in focus.
Also on deck &ndash; a breakdown of Chinese big tech earnings out this week.
On Market View, Money Matters&rsquo; finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Benjamin Goh, Head of Research and Investor Education, SIAS.

Market View: Alibaba sheds over 4% on disappointing rise in Q1 revenue; Chinese big tech earnings in focus; Walmart’s CEO warns of price increases caused by Trump’s tariffs; Singapore’s NODX up 12.4% yoy in April;  SIA’s record full-year profit; Ossia International, NetLink NBN Trust, Sats, Singtel to watch and more

Selecting the right ETF can be one of the most critical decisions for investors aiming to build a robust, diversified portfolio. 

With thousands of ETFs covering everything from broad market indices to niche thematic strategies, the challenge isn't access—it's clarity. 

While ETFs are praised for their cost-efficiency, transparency, and ease of trading, not all are created equal, and choosing the wrong one can compromise your investment goals.

So, how do you navigate the overwhelming universe of ETF options?

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

Selecting the right ETF can be one of the most critical decisions for investors aiming to build a robust, diversified portfolio.&nbsp;
With thousands of ETFs covering everything from broad market indices to niche thematic strategies, the challenge isn't access&mdash;it's clarity.&nbsp;
While ETFs are praised for their cost-efficiency, transparency, and ease of trading, not all are created equal, and choosing the wrong one can compromise your investment goals.
So, how do you navigate the overwhelming universe of ETF options?
On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Steve Brice, Global CIO, Standard Chartered, to find out.

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