A new era begins in Syria. Bashar al-Assad, the Syrian president who inherited power in 2000 with promises of reform, only to brutally suppress his opponents in a war that claimed hundreds of thousands of lives, has been toppled in a lightning rebel advance.

But the future of Syria remains uncertain. How will the fall of Assad change the fate of the country? Who will be able to unite Syrians?

Hongbin Jeong speaks with Cedomir Nestorovic, Professor of Geopolitics, ESSEC Business School, Asia-Pacific to find out more. 

 

A new era begins in Syria. Bashar al-Assad, the Syrian president who inherited power in 2000 with promises of reform, only to brutally suppress his opponents in a war that claimed hundreds of thousands of lives, has been toppled in a lightning rebel advance.
But the future of Syria remains uncertain. How will the fall of Assad change the fate of the country? Who will be able to unite Syrians?
Hongbin Jeong speaks with Cedomir Nestorovic, Professor of Geopolitics, ESSEC Business School, Asia-Pacific&nbsp;to find out more.&nbsp;
&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.

Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian (4pm - 7pm)

The Big Story: With Syria's Assad gone, what does it mean for the Middle East & the world?

Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat once said, ‘every school is a good school.” Yet, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong himself noted during his first National Day Rally speech in August that not everyone is convinced when MOE says 'every school is a good school'. He pointed out that Singaporeans will have their own preferences and considerations for their school choices, and 'it will not be possible to convince everyone'.

But what is the argument for choosing to go to a good or legacy school? Does going to a so-called 'not good' school close doors to opportunities? 

Who does it matter to: parents, tutors or children? And is it time we retire this notion once and for all? 

On The Hot Seat, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Emil Lim, Founder of First Principles Education and Jason Tan, Associate Professor at the National Institute of Education.

 

Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat once said, &lsquo;every school is a good school.&rdquo;&nbsp;Yet, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong himself noted during his first National Day Rally speech in August that not everyone is convinced when MOE says 'every school is a good school'. He pointed out that Singaporeans will have their own preferences and considerations for their school choices, and 'it will not be possible to convince everyone'.
But what is the argument for choosing to go to a good or legacy school? Does going to a so-called 'not good' school close doors to opportunities?&nbsp;
Who does it matter to: parents, tutors or children? And is&nbsp;it time we retire this notion once and for all?&nbsp;
On The Hot Seat, Hongbin Jeong speaks with&nbsp;Emil Lim, Founder of First Principles Education and Jason Tan, Associate Professor at the National Institute of Education.
&nbsp;

The Hot Seat: Does going to a good school really matter? 

Gold’s rise in 2024 has captivated investors, with prices surging from around $2,000 per ounce to new record highs.

Yet, navigating gold investments has become increasingly complex.

Historically considered a stable, long-term asset, gold’s recent short-term rally has prompted a surge of interest in everything from ETFs to physical bullion.

But with so many options on the table, what’s the best way for investors to capture value in today’s market?

Are 1-ounce gold bars a compelling alternative to larger bullion, coins, or ETFs? Or do other strategies still prevail?

On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Gregor Gregersen, Founder, Silver Bullion Group to find out.

Gold&rsquo;s rise in 2024 has captivated investors, with prices surging from around $2,000 per ounce to new record highs.
Yet, navigating gold investments has become increasingly complex.
Historically considered a stable, long-term asset, gold&rsquo;s recent short-term rally has prompted a surge of interest in everything from ETFs to physical bullion.
But with so many options on the table, what&rsquo;s the best way for investors to capture value in today&rsquo;s market?
Are 1-ounce gold bars a compelling alternative to larger bullion, coins, or ETFs? Or do other strategies still prevail?
On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Gregor Gregersen, Founder, Silver Bullion Group&nbsp;to find out.

Wealth Tracker: Does buying 1-ounce gold bars make sense in today’s market?

Singapore stocks slipped into the negative territory this morning, after China deepened its stimulus drive in a bid to brace itself for trade tensions with the United States.

In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) fell 0.2 per cent to 3,803.55 points after 21.4 million securities changed hands in the broader market.

In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel DC Real Estate Investment Trust, after its manager announced yesterday that the Reit’s non-renounceable preferential offering was about 159.9 per cent subscribed. 

Elsewhere, from a quick look at developments out of China’s annual Central Economic Work Conference, to how Chip supplier Broadcom posted better-than-expected profit in the fourth quarter on the back of growing AI computing demand, more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. 

Also on deck – what to watch in the US after the country’s wholesale inflation unexpectedly accelerated in November. 

Plus – volatilities in South Korea as investors’ focus there turns to a second impeachment vote of President Yoon Suk Yeol planned for tomorrow.

On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Too Jun Cheong, Assistant Dealing Manager from Moomoo Singapore.

Singapore stocks slipped into the negative territory this morning, after China deepened its stimulus drive in a bid to brace itself for trade tensions with the United States.
In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) fell 0.2 per cent to 3,803.55 points after 21.4 million securities changed hands in the broader market.
In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel DC Real Estate Investment Trust, after its manager announced yesterday that the Reit&rsquo;s non-renounceable preferential offering was about 159.9 per cent subscribed.&nbsp;
Elsewhere, from a quick look at developments out of China&rsquo;s annual Central Economic Work Conference, to how Chip supplier Broadcom posted better-than-expected profit in the fourth quarter on the back of growing AI computing demand, more corporate and international headlines remain in focus.&nbsp;
Also on deck &ndash; what to watch in the US after the country&rsquo;s wholesale inflation unexpectedly accelerated in November.&nbsp;
Plus &ndash; volatilities in South Korea as investors&rsquo; focus there turns to a second impeachment vote of President Yoon Suk Yeol planned for tomorrow.
On Market View, Money Matters&rsquo; finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Too Jun Cheong, Assistant Dealing Manager from Moomoo Singapore.

Market View: Broadcom’s better than expected Q4 profit; Amazon donates US$1M to Trump’s inaugural fund; China’s Central Economic Work Conference; US wholesale inflation accelerates unexpectedly and more

The Big Story: With Syria's Assad gone, what does it mean for the Middle East & the world?

In 1 playlist(s)

Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian (4pm - 7pm)

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips