The United Arab Emirates has announced it is leaving OPEC and OPEC+, effective May 1, a stunning move given it has been part of the group since before the UAE became a nation in 1971. 

This comes at a time when the Iran war has already disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, sending shockwaves through global energy markets.

Is this a huge blow to OPEC and Saudi Arabia? What happens now to oil prices?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Mukesh Sahdev, Founder and CEO, XAnalysts,to find out more.

The United Arab Emirates has announced it is leaving OPEC and OPEC+, effective May 1, a stunning move given it has been part of the group since before the UAE became a nation in 1971.&nbsp;
This comes at a time when the Iran war has already disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, sending shockwaves through global energy markets.
Is this a huge blow to OPEC and Saudi Arabia? What happens now to oil prices?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to&nbsp;Mukesh Sahdev, Founder and CEO, XAnalysts, 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.

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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: UAE exits OPEC - Is this a big blow to the oil cartel? 

According to “Physical Silver: When Paper Promises Meet Physical Reality,” the silver market has been running persistent supply deficits, with above-ground inventories continuing to decline into 2026.

As existing metal is increasingly redistributed rather than newly supplied, a gap is emerging between paper markets and physical availability.

On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Gregor Gregersen, Founder of the Silver Bullion Group, about what this disconnect means for silver prices, market stability, and investor positioning today.

According to &ldquo;Physical Silver: When Paper Promises Meet Physical Reality,&rdquo; the silver market has been running persistent supply deficits, with above-ground inventories continuing to decline into 2026.
As existing metal is increasingly redistributed rather than newly supplied, a gap is emerging between paper markets and physical availability.
On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Gregor Gregersen, Founder of the Silver Bullion Group, about what this disconnect means for silver prices, market stability, and investor positioning today.

Wealth Tracker: Is the silver market more dependent on paper than physical metal today?

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh discuss On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh discuss the story of a man who has built an unusual career out of doing almost nothing, renting himself out as company for strangers who want someone to accompany them through everyday moments, from meals and walks to emotionally difficult situations.

At the same time, in London, chefs have set a new world record by creating a 440.6-metre-long tiramisu using 20,000 eggs and 150,000 biscuits, turning a classic dessert into a massive, record-breaking spectacle.

On What&rsquo;s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh discuss On What&rsquo;s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh discuss the story of a man who has built an unusual career out of doing almost nothing, renting himself out as company for strangers who want someone to accompany them through everyday moments, from meals and walks to emotionally difficult situations.
At the same time, in London, chefs have set a new world record by creating a 440.6-metre-long tiramisu using 20,000 eggs and 150,000 biscuits, turning a classic dessert into a massive, record-breaking spectacle.

What’s Trending: The ‘do-nothing’ job that pays $80k and a dessert the size of a skyscraper 

Singapore shares dipped today as Asian markets traded mixed.

The Straits Times Index fell 0.37% to 4,869.50 points at 2.00pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.23B seen in the broader market.

In terms of counters to watch, we have Mapletree Industrial Trust, after the Reit posted a distribution per unit of S$0.0309 for its fourth quarter ended Mar 31, 8 per cent down from S$0.0336 in the same period last year. 

Elsewhere, from the surprise exit of the United Arab Emirates from OPEC and implications on oil prices, to how tech shares took a hit after the Wall Street Journal reported that AI heavyweight OpenAI had missed internal targets for weekly users and revenue, and what this means for US tech firms set to report overnight, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus. 

Also on deck – the likely outcome of the Federal Reserve’s April meeting, the last with Jerome Powell as its chair.

On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Jeffrey Yap, Regional Head of Wealth Management, Hong Leong Bank.

Singapore shares dipped today as Asian markets traded mixed.
The Straits Times Index fell 0.37% to 4,869.50 points at 2.00pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.23B seen in the broader market.
In terms of counters to watch, we have Mapletree Industrial Trust, after the Reit posted a distribution per unit of S$0.0309 for its fourth quarter ended Mar 31, 8 per cent down from S$0.0336 in the same period last year.&nbsp;
Elsewhere, from the surprise exit of the United Arab Emirates from OPEC and implications on oil prices, to how tech shares took a hit after the Wall Street Journal reported that AI heavyweight OpenAI had missed internal targets for weekly users and revenue, and what this means for US tech firms set to report overnight, more international and corporate headlines remained in focus.&nbsp;
Also on deck &ndash; the likely outcome of the Federal Reserve&rsquo;s April meeting, the last with Jerome Powell as its chair.
On Market View, Money Matters&rsquo; finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Jeffrey Yap, Regional Head of Wealth Management, Hong Leong Bank.

Market View: UAE exits OPEC and OPEC+; Jerome Powell’s last FOMC meeting as Fed chair; US corporate earnings remain resilient amid Middle East conflict; Tech shares down on WSJ report on OpenAI missing internal targets, possible impact on big techs reporting overnight; CapitaLand Investment, Mapletree Industrial Trust, Aspial Lifestyle to watch

The Big Story: UAE exits OPEC - Is this a big blow to the oil cartel?

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