From family offices to boutique advisory firms, the world of wealth management is shifting fast. Consolidation is on the rise, clients are demanding advice that’s truly tailored to them, and technology is changing how investments are managed.

So what’s driving the surge in popularity of External Asset Managers, or EAMs? And how are client expectations evolving in this new landscape?

On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Laurent Pellet, Global Head of External Asset Managers (EAM), Lombard Odier, to find out more.

From family offices to boutique advisory firms, the world of wealth management is shifting fast. Consolidation is on the rise, clients are demanding advice that&rsquo;s truly tailored to them, and technology is changing how investments are managed.
So what&rsquo;s driving the surge in popularity of External Asset Managers, or EAMs? And how are client expectations evolving in this new landscape?
On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Laurent Pellet, Global Head of External Asset Managers (EAM), Lombard Odier, 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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Wealth Tracker: Why investors are turning to boutique wealth managers

Singapore’s push toward autonomous transport is picking up pace, with self-driving shuttles entering public trials and plans for rapid expansion across the island.

At the same time, the absence of affordable late-night transport has quietly reshaped nightlife habits, worker mobility, and business operations, raising questions about whether Singapore can truly function as a 24-hour city.

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr Natt Srinara, Lecturer at EHL Hospitality Business School Campus Singapore, on whether autonomous vehicles could unlock the night-time economy, ease labour pressures, and what it will take for this shift to translate into real impact on the ground.

Singapore&rsquo;s push toward autonomous transport is picking up pace, with self-driving shuttles entering public trials and plans for rapid expansion across the island.
At the same time, the absence of affordable late-night transport has quietly reshaped nightlife habits, worker mobility, and business operations, raising questions about whether Singapore can truly function as a 24-hour city.
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to&nbsp;Dr Natt Srinara, Lecturer at EHL Hospitality Business School Campus Singapore, on whether autonomous vehicles could unlock the night-time economy, ease labour pressures, and what it will take for this shift to translate into real impact on the ground.

The Big Story: Can autonomous shuttles turn Singapore into a 24-hour city?

Move over MBTI. On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into China’s viral SBTI, a chaotic, meme-fueled personality quiz that doesn’t analyze you so much as roast you. With savage labels like ‘BOSS’, ‘ATM-er’, and even ‘DEAD’, millions are jumping in… but what does its popularity say about how Gen Z sees themselves today?

Then, closer to home, would you do your makeup on the MRT? A blunt new campaign telling commuters to ‘Don’t groom in public’ has sparked a surprisingly heated debate in Singapore. Where’s the line between being efficient… and being inconsiderate?

Move over MBTI. On What&rsquo;s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into China&rsquo;s viral SBTI, a chaotic, meme-fueled personality quiz that doesn&rsquo;t analyze you so much as roast you. With savage labels like &lsquo;BOSS&rsquo;, &lsquo;ATM-er&rsquo;, and even &lsquo;DEAD&rsquo;, millions are jumping in&hellip; but what does its popularity say about how Gen Z sees themselves today?
Then, closer to home, would you do your makeup on the MRT? A blunt new campaign telling commuters to &lsquo;Don&rsquo;t groom in public&rsquo; has sparked a surprisingly heated debate in Singapore. Where&rsquo;s the line between being efficient&hellip; and being inconsiderate?

What’s Trending: No grooming allowed on MRTs in Singapore? Plus, SBTI... the viral test millions are taking to get roasted 

Singapore shares dipped today as investors’ focus turned to global earnings due for the week.

The Straits Times Index was down 0.13% at 5,014.72 points at 3.05pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.47B seen in the broader market.

In terms of counters to watch, we have Olam Group, after the group said today that it has obtained regulatory approvals from all jurisdictions for the proposed sale of its 44.58 per cent stake in Olam Agri to a Saudi fund.

Elsewhere, from how China‘s economy picked up speed early in 2026 on strong exports and policy support, to how Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) booked a 58 per cent surge in profit, more corporate and economic headlines remained in focus.

On Market View, Money Matters’ finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital. 

Singapore shares dipped today as investors&rsquo; focus turned to global earnings due for the week.
The Straits Times Index was down 0.13% at 5,014.72 points at 3.05pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.47B seen in the broader market.
In terms of counters to watch, we have Olam Group, after the group said today that it has obtained regulatory approvals from all jurisdictions for the proposed sale of its 44.58 per cent stake in Olam Agri to a Saudi fund.
Elsewhere, from how China&lsquo;s economy picked up speed early in 2026 on strong exports and policy support, to how Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) booked a 58 per cent surge in profit, more corporate and economic headlines remained in focus.
On Market View, Money Matters&rsquo; finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director, Azure Capital.&nbsp;

Market View: Most Asia markets advance on peace deal hopes; Strong quarterly earnings from Bank of America, Morgan Stanley in focus; China’s economy rebounds in Q1 but Iran war darkens 2026 outlook; TSMC’s profit surges 58% on AI-driven chip demand; Olam Group, Keppel DC Reit to watch

Wealth Tracker: Why investors are turning to boutique wealth managers

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