Singaporeans are earning more than ever, with median household incomes crossing $12,000 a month in 2025. But higher paychecks don’t tell the whole story.Wealth inequality remains much more pronounced, with the richest households holding far more assets than the rest.

So what does that really mean for everyday families? Are some people being left behind despite higher wages?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Ee Cheng Ong, Associate Professor, Economics, National University of Singapore, to find out more.

Singaporeans are earning more than ever, with median household incomes crossing $12,000 a month in 2025. But higher paychecks don&rsquo;t tell the whole story.Wealth inequality remains much more pronounced, with the richest households holding far more assets than the rest.
So what does that really mean for everyday families? Are some people being left behind despite higher wages?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Ee Cheng Ong, Associate Professor, Economics, National University of Singapore, to find out more.

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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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&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: Rich in income, poor in wealth? Singapore’s inequality gap 

Bitcoin swung wildly this week, dipping as low as $60,033 before bouncing back above $70,000, leaving traders on edge after last week’s roller-coaster moves.

Is the original cryptocurrency still a long-term store of value or has it become just another risky asset in global portfolios? 

On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Elbert Iswara, Head of Client Coverage of QCP, to break down what’s driving Bitcoin’s volatility and what it means for investors.

Bitcoin swung wildly this week, dipping as low as $60,033 before bouncing back above $70,000, leaving traders on edge after last week&rsquo;s roller-coaster moves.
Is the original cryptocurrency still a long-term store of value or has it become just another risky asset in global portfolios?&nbsp;
On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Elbert Iswara, Head of Client Coverage of QCP, to break down what&rsquo;s driving Bitcoin&rsquo;s volatility and what it means for investors.

Wealth Tracker: As Bitcoin’s wild ride continues, should investors hold on or bail out?

Dating in 2026 has officially gone off the rails. On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into China’s bizarre viral trend of referring your exes like job candidates, complete with ‘resumes’, pros and cons, and even user manuals for your former partners. 

But it doesn’t stop there. ChatGPT’s caricature trend is taking over social media, with everyone trying it and sometimes roasting themselves in ways they didn’t see coming. From painfully accurate job depictions to absurdly funny life quirks, no one is safe.

So, would you trust your ex or let AI spill all your secrets first?

Dating in 2026 has officially gone off the rails. On What&rsquo;s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into China&rsquo;s bizarre viral trend of referring your exes like job candidates, complete with &lsquo;resumes&rsquo;, pros and cons, and even user manuals for your former partners.&nbsp;
But it doesn&rsquo;t stop there. ChatGPT&rsquo;s caricature trend is taking over social media, with everyone trying it and sometimes roasting themselves in ways they didn&rsquo;t see coming. From painfully accurate job depictions to absurdly funny life quirks, no one is safe.
So, would you trust your ex or let AI spill all your secrets first?

What’s Trending: You can now put your exes on the market & get ChatGPT to roast your job 

On the local front, UOB takes the spotlight as we review its movements ahead of earnings later this month, alongside OCBC and DBS - the latter having logged two consecutive red sessions following its latest results.

From there, we turn to Singapore Airlines, which is also set to report on the 24th of February. SIA has enjoyed a strong run over the past 5-6 days, climbing nearly 5% and breaking out of a W-shaped formation on the charts. With momentum clearly improving, we discuss how the fundamentals stack up too, especially in light of the airline’s recently announced $500 million, 10-year bond issuance.

We then shift to Japan, where the Nikkei is staging a powerful bounce following election developments.

On Market View, Sean Cheong speaks to Willie Keng, Founder of The Dividend Titan, to discuss the latest market movements.

On the local front, UOB takes the spotlight as we review its movements ahead of earnings later this month, alongside OCBC and DBS - the latter having logged two consecutive red sessions following its latest results.
From there, we turn to Singapore Airlines, which is also set to report on the 24th of February. SIA has enjoyed a strong run over the past 5-6 days, climbing nearly 5% and breaking out of a W-shaped formation on the charts. With momentum clearly improving, we discuss how the fundamentals stack up too, especially in light of the airline&rsquo;s recently announced $500 million, 10-year bond issuance.
We then shift to Japan, where the Nikkei is staging a powerful bounce following election developments.
On Market View, Sean Cheong speaks to Willie Keng, Founder of The Dividend Titan, to discuss the latest market movements.

The Big Story: Rich in income, poor in wealth? Singapore’s inequality gap

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