Airfares are rising across Asia as jet fuel prices surge amid the Middle East conflict, putting pressure on airlines already operating on thin margins.

And with costs climbing and supply disruptions hitting the region harder, carriers are being forced to balance fare hikes, cost absorption, and potential flight cuts.

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Brendan Sobie, an independent aviation analyst at Sobie Aviation, to unpack how severe the impact could be and what it means for airlines and travellers if the crisis drags on.

 

Airfares are rising across Asia as jet fuel prices surge amid the Middle East conflict, putting pressure on airlines already operating on thin margins.
And with costs climbing and supply disruptions hitting the region harder, carriers are being forced to balance fare hikes, cost absorption, and potential flight cuts.
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Brendan Sobie, an independent aviation analyst at Sobie Aviation, to unpack how severe the impact could be and what it means for airlines and travellers if the crisis drags on.
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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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The Big Story: Are airfare hikes enough to offset Asia’s jet fuel shock?

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada first dive into the surprising sale of Abiqua Falls, a 92-foot waterfall in Oregon that was listed online with no fixed price, sparking concern that the beloved natural site could be closed off.

Then, they unpack actress Brenda Song’s viral airline experience, after she claimed her family’s pre-booked first-class seats were reassigned, leaving her separated from her young children.

On What&rsquo;s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada first dive into the surprising sale of Abiqua Falls, a 92-foot waterfall in Oregon that was listed online with no fixed price, sparking concern that the beloved natural site could be closed off.
Then, they unpack actress Brenda Song&rsquo;s viral airline experience, after she claimed her family&rsquo;s pre-booked first-class seats were reassigned, leaving her separated from her young children.

What’s Trending: A 92-foot waterfall is for sale! And Alaska Airlines splits up Brenda Song’s family

As the Singapore dollar strengthens, its impact is beginning to extend beyond traditional markets and into the fast-evolving world of digital finance.

How will a stronger SGD influence the rise of regulated stablecoins and what does that mean for investors, institutions and cross-border payments?

On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Anthony Koo, Head of Payments at StraitsX, to break down how digital Singapore dollars like XSGD are being used today, and how Singapore’s approach could shape stablecoin adoption across the region.

As the Singapore dollar strengthens, its impact is beginning to extend beyond traditional markets and into the fast-evolving world of digital finance.
How will a stronger SGD influence the rise of regulated stablecoins and what does that mean for investors, institutions and cross-border payments?
On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Anthony Koo, Head of Payments at StraitsX, to break down how digital Singapore dollars like XSGD are being used today, and how Singapore&rsquo;s approach could shape stablecoin adoption across the region.

Wealth Tracker: Is a stronger Singapore dollar driving the rise of digital SGD?

Singapore shares inched higher today despite early losses seen in the region.

The Straits Times Index was up 0.3% at 4,902.27 points at 10.36am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$569.09M seen in the broader market.

In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel, after the group and Simba Telecom have mutually agreed to extend the long-stop date for the proposed M1 deal to May 21. 

Elsewhere, from how Asian stock markets were swept up in a global rout today, to how OpenAI's ChatGPT ads pilot in the US crossed the US$100 million annualised revenue mark within six weeks of launch, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus.

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 inched higher today despite early losses seen in the region.
The Straits Times Index was up 0.3% at 4,902.27 points at 10.36am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$569.09M seen in the broader market.
In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel, after the group and Simba Telecom have mutually agreed to extend the long-stop date for the proposed M1 deal to May 21.&nbsp;
Elsewhere, from how Asian stock markets were swept up in a global rout today, to how OpenAI's ChatGPT ads pilot in the US crossed the US$100 million annualised revenue mark within six weeks of launch, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus.
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: Trump’s decision to extend ultimatum to strike Iranian power plants by 10 days, Asian markets track global rout; OpenAI's US ad pilot exceeds US$100 million in annualised revenue in six weeks; Australian, NZ dollars hit two-month trough; Keppel, GuocoLand to watch

The Big Story: Are airfare hikes enough to offset Asia’s jet fuel shock?

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