In recent years, Singapore has seen a rise in the prevalence of sham marriages, where individuals enter into marriages for fraudulent purposes.

The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority reported that between January and September in 2024, there were 32 cases of marriage of convenience, up from four cases during the same period in 2023.

Will this growing trend in sham marriages lead to social problems in the future? What more can we do to protect the integrity of marriage as a legal institution in the country?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Joleen Wong, Family & Divorce Lawyer and Partner at I.R.B. Law to find out more. 

In recent years, Singapore has seen a rise in the prevalence of sham marriages, where individuals enter into marriages for fraudulent purposes.
The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority reported that between January and September in 2024, there were 32 cases of marriage of convenience, up from four cases during the same period in 2023.
Will this growing trend in sham marriages lead to social problems in the future?&nbsp;What more can we do to protect the integrity of marriage as a legal institution in the country?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Joleen Wong, Family &amp; Divorce Lawyer and Partner at I.R.B. Law to find out more.&nbsp;

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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The Big Story: Love or Lie? Singapore saw more sham marriages in 2024

Singapore shares started trading in negative territory today, mirroring overnight losses in European markets.

The Straits Times Index (STI) opened 0.5 per cent lower at 3,869.13 points after 25.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market.

In terms of companies to watch, we have Suntec Real Estate Investment Trust, after property tycoon Gordon Tang and his wife Celine have raised their mandatory conditional cash offer to acquire all units of the Reit to S$1.19 apiece. 

Elsewhere, from more on China’s consumer prices stalling in 2024 on feeble demand, to minutes from the Federal Reserve’s December meeting, more international headlines remain in focus. 

Also on deck – a clarification by Apple on the data collected by its Siri voice assistant.
 
On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments of the day.

Singapore shares started trading in negative territory today, mirroring overnight losses in European markets.
The Straits Times Index (STI) opened 0.5 per cent lower at 3,869.13 points after 25.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market.
In terms of companies to watch, we have Suntec Real Estate Investment Trust, after property tycoon Gordon Tang and his wife Celine have raised their mandatory conditional cash offer to acquire all units of the Reit to S$1.19 apiece.&nbsp;
Elsewhere, from more on China&rsquo;s consumer prices stalling in 2024 on feeble demand, to minutes from the Federal Reserve&rsquo;s December meeting, more international headlines remain in focus.&nbsp;
Also on deck &ndash; a clarification by Apple on the data collected by its Siri voice assistant. &nbsp; On Market View, Money Matters&rsquo; finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments of the day.

Market View: Federal Reserve’s December meeting minutes; Apple clarifies Siri privacy stance; Asian markets struggle amid tepid lead from Wall Street; China’s consumer prices stall in 2024; Cash offer for Suntec REIT; Tan Chong International expects unrealised loss of HK$29M

President-elect Donald Trump’s market honeymoon may just be over. 

US markets rallied sharply to close at record highs after Trump won the presidential election back in November in a stunning comeback four years after being voted out of the White House.

But that’s already turned sour. More than half of the stock market's post-Trump-election rally has been erased towards the end of the year. 

What does this mean for the Trump Trade? Should you ditch it? 

On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Gary Dugan, CEO of The Global CIO Office, to find out more. 

 

President-elect Donald Trump&rsquo;s market honeymoon may just be over.&nbsp;
US markets rallied sharply to close at record highs after Trump won the presidential election back in November in a stunning comeback four years after being voted out of the White House.
But that&rsquo;s already turned sour. More than half of the stock market's post-Trump-election rally has been erased towards the end of the year.&nbsp;
What does this mean for the Trump Trade? Should you ditch it?&nbsp;
On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Gary Dugan, CEO of The Global CIO Office, to find out more.&nbsp;
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Wealth Tracker: Should you ditch the Trump Trade? 

In 2024, Singapore made significant strides in EV adoption, outpacing many of its regional counterparts.

According to a report by Bloomberg, Singapore leads Southeast Asia in EV market penetration, with electric vehicles making up nearly 20% of all new car registrations.

This shift comes amid government initiatives to encourage sustainable mobility, but a question lingers: is progress as smooth as it appears?

This is where Watt steps in with innovative solutions. Watt has developed a unique model to bridge these gaps, making EV charging accessible without the financial burden on property management. 

On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Ivan Quek, Chief Commercial Officer and Co-founder, Novowatt to find out more. 

 

In 2024, Singapore made significant strides in EV adoption, outpacing many of its regional counterparts.
According to a report by Bloomberg, Singapore leads Southeast Asia in EV market penetration, with electric vehicles making up nearly 20% of all new car registrations.
This shift comes amid government initiatives to encourage sustainable mobility, but a question lingers: is progress as smooth as it appears?
This is where Watt steps in with innovative solutions. Watt has developed a unique model to bridge these gaps, making EV charging accessible without the financial burden on property management.&nbsp;
On The Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Ivan Quek, Chief Commercial Officer and Co-founder, Novowatt&nbsp;to find out more.&nbsp;
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The Big Story: Love or Lie? Singapore saw more sham marriages in 2024

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