Singapore shares rose today to track a positive session in Asia.

The Straits Times Index was up 0.23% at 4,262.69 points at 1.30pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.03B seen in the broader market.

In terms of companies to watch, we have OCBC. That’s after the bank announced today the introduction of a US$1 billion digital US commercial paper (USCP) programme using the blockchain.

Elsewhere, from how Singapore’s core and headline inflation slowed in July, to how oil prices climbed after Ukraine stepped up attacks on Russia – more economic headlines remained in focus.

Also on deck - a look at changes to Singapore Airlines’ frequent flyer programme and what that would mean for the company and investors.On Market View, Money Matter’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Chong Ser Jing, Co-founder and Portfolio Manager, Compounder Fund.