Visa has released a report highlighting a significant rise in travel-related spending among Singaporeans, especially during peak periods like the year-end and Lunar New Year holidays.

The findings show that Singaporeans are prioritizing lifestyle experiences, with shopping and dining now making up 61% of total travel spend.

There's also a clear shift toward smarter spending - online lodging bookings and alternative airline choices are on the rise, reflecting a more strategic approach to budgeting and value. 

On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Adeline Kim, Country Manager for Singapore and Brunei, Visa, to find out more.

Visa has released a report highlighting a significant rise in travel-related spending among Singaporeans, especially during peak periods like the year-end and Lunar New Year holidays.
The findings show that Singaporeans are prioritizing lifestyle experiences, with shopping and dining now making up 61% of total travel spend.
There's also a clear shift toward smarter spending - online lodging bookings and alternative airline choices are on the rise, reflecting a more strategic approach to budgeting and value.&nbsp;
On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Adeline Kim, Country Manager for Singapore and Brunei, Visa, 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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Wealth Tracker: How Singaporeans are spending smart and traveling smarter

In a span of a week, the news reported the horrific deaths of two beloved community cats in Singapore, and upon further inspection, it is due to the gruesome abuse and harm that was inflicted upon them.

Earlier this year, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals called for stronger animal protection laws and enforcement as the number of confirmed reports of animal cruelty and welfare concerns hit a 12-year high, with reports stating over 2,000 animals being victims, with 60.7% of them being cats.

On The Hot Seat, Hongbing Jeong speaks to James Gomez, Senior Associate at Edmond Pereira Law Corporation and Kalaivanan Balakrishnan, CEO of Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (ACRES), in order to find out if Singapore's laws is sufficient to protect stray animals from abuse or do Singaporeans have a moral responsibility to do so?

In a span of a week, the news reported the horrific deaths of two beloved community cats in Singapore, and upon further inspection, it is due to the gruesome abuse and harm that was inflicted upon them.
Earlier this year, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals called for stronger animal protection laws and enforcement as the number of confirmed reports of animal cruelty and welfare concerns hit a 12-year high, with reports stating over 2,000 animals being victims, with 60.7% of them being cats.
On The Hot Seat, Hongbing Jeong speaks to James Gomez, Senior Associate at Edmond Pereira Law Corporation and Kalaivanan Balakrishnan, CEO of Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (ACRES), in order to find out if Singapore's laws is sufficient to protect stray animals from abuse or do Singaporeans have a moral responsibility to do so?

The Hot Seat: Are Singapore’s laws enough or must we do more to protect stray animals?

Singapore shares dipped today as optimism surrounding cooling global trade tensions fizzled off. 

The Straits Times Index was down 0.18% at 3,884.83 points at about 12.17pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$500.29M in the broader market.

In terms of counters to watch today, we have Singapore Airlines. The company posted a 65 per cent rise in net profit to S$2 billion for the second half of FY2025 ended March. This lifted the group’s full-year net profit to a record S$2.8 billion.

Elsewhere, from Singapore’s key exports jumping 12.4 per cent on the year, to Walmart’s CEO warning of price increases caused by US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on imports – more economic and corporate headlines remained in focus.

Also on deck – a breakdown of Chinese big tech earnings out this week.

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 dipped today as optimism surrounding cooling global trade tensions fizzled off.&nbsp;
The Straits Times Index was down 0.18% at 3,884.83 points at about 12.17pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$500.29M in the broader market.
In terms of counters to watch today, we have Singapore Airlines. The company posted a 65 per cent rise in net profit to S$2 billion for the second half of FY2025 ended March. This lifted the group&rsquo;s full-year net profit to a record S$2.8 billion.
Elsewhere, from Singapore&rsquo;s key exports jumping 12.4 per cent on the year, to Walmart&rsquo;s CEO warning of price increases caused by US President Donald Trump&rsquo;s tariffs on imports &ndash; more economic and corporate headlines remained in focus.
Also on deck &ndash; a breakdown of Chinese big tech earnings out this week.
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: Alibaba sheds over 4% on disappointing rise in Q1 revenue; Chinese big tech earnings in focus; Walmart’s CEO warns of price increases caused by Trump’s tariffs; Singapore’s NODX up 12.4% yoy in April;  SIA’s record full-year profit; Ossia International, NetLink NBN Trust, Sats, Singtel to watch and more

Selecting the right ETF can be one of the most critical decisions for investors aiming to build a robust, diversified portfolio. 

With thousands of ETFs covering everything from broad market indices to niche thematic strategies, the challenge isn't access—it's clarity. 

While ETFs are praised for their cost-efficiency, transparency, and ease of trading, not all are created equal, and choosing the wrong one can compromise your investment goals.

So, how do you navigate the overwhelming universe of ETF options?

On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Steve Brice, Global CIO, Standard Chartered, to find out.

Selecting the right ETF can be one of the most critical decisions for investors aiming to build a robust, diversified portfolio.&nbsp;
With thousands of ETFs covering everything from broad market indices to niche thematic strategies, the challenge isn't access&mdash;it's clarity.&nbsp;
While ETFs are praised for their cost-efficiency, transparency, and ease of trading, not all are created equal, and choosing the wrong one can compromise your investment goals.
So, how do you navigate the overwhelming universe of ETF options?
On The Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Steve Brice, Global CIO, Standard Chartered, to find out.

Wealth Tracker: How Singaporeans are spending smart and traveling smarter

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