Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

AI headlines are set to dominate 2026, but with sky-high valuations and markets that have outpaced economic reality, investors are asking: where are the real opportunities, and how can you protect your portfolio from potential shocks? To find out more, Hongbin Jeong speaks to  Angelina Lai, Chief Investment Officer, Asia and Middle East, St. James’s Place , on Wealth Tracker. See omnyst...

Singapore shares dipped today, tracking movements in most Asian markets. The Straits Times Index was down 0.21% at 4,802.25 points at 11.58am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$573.84M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have UOB, after the bank priced S$850 million in perpetual capital securities at 3 per cent under the bank’s US$30 billion Global Medium Te...

Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh has been formally removed as Leader of the Opposition, following Parliament’s vote declaring him unsuitable to continue in the role and his conviction for lying to the Committee of Privileges. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has since invited the Workers’ Party to nominate another MP to take over the position.  So what happens next? How quickly...

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Alexandra Parada dive into the trending stories of today from a viral Chinese app that asks “Are You Dead?” to a wildly expressive toy-filled BTO flat and Mattel’s first-ever autistic Barbie. We explore why millions are paying for a daily “I’m alive” check-in amid growing loneliness, how a Singapore couple&...

We’re following Parliament live, where an unprecedented and highly charged debate is unfolding over the future of Leader of the Opposition, Pritam Singh. Minister Indranee Rajah has tabled a motion questioning whether the Workers’ Party chief remains fit to continue in the role, setting the stage for one of the most consequential parliamentary debates in recent years. The debate comes...

Gold is climbing fast, nearing multi-year highs. Why? The US has just taken dramatic action in Venezuela, markets are jittery, and investors are racing for safe havens. But is this rally all about geopolitics, or is something bigger at play? To find out how you can invest like a viking, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Richard Wang, Country Manager (Singapore), J. Rotbart & Co. , on Wealth Tracker. See...

Singapore shares dipped today despite regional markets registering gains. The Straits Times Index was down 0.14% at 4,800.26 points at 2.16pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$796.06M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Centurion after the property manager said yesterday that the development and divestment of Epiisod Macquarie Park under a forward pur...

As Singapore prepares for its first-ever wheelchair rugby appearance at the ASEAN Para Games, Sports Minutes sits down with the leaders who made it possible. From limited resources to growing belief, this candid conversation reveals the challenges of building a para-sport ecosystem, the pride of finally flying the flag, and what support could mean for the next generation. Got a story to tell? Get...

Singapore’s healthcare landscape is shifting. Private insurance is tightening: starting April, new Integrated Shield Plan riders will no longer fully cover deductibles, and co-payment caps are set to double to at least $6,000 a year. At the same time, Parliament has passed a law requiring all healthcare providers to share patients’ key medical data through the National Electronic Healt...

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Alexandra Parada share trending stories from insuring love to outsourcing emotional support and finding comfort in a crying toy. We began with a viral tale from China where a woman cashed out a decade-old “love insurance” policy after marrying her long-term partner, sparking debate over whether romance can, or should, be insured....

It’s 2026, and the digital asset landscape has moved far beyond the speculative hype of the past. Institutional investors are now fully engaged, tokenised assets are no longer experiments, and regulatory frameworks are shaping the market’s next phase of growth. For investors, the question is no longer whether digital assets belong in a portfolio, but how. On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeo...

Singapore shares inched higher today to track advances seen in the region. The Straits Times Index was up 0.42% at 4,786.68 points at 1.28pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$719.21M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Vin’s Holdings. That’s after the car dealer yesterday launched a S$20 million multicurrency commercial paper facility programme...

This week, Parliament will debate whether Singapore’s Leader of the Opposition, Pritam Singh, should keep his post. The motion comes after he was convicted of lying to the Committee of Privileges regarding his role in advising former WP MP Raeesah Khan to conceal the truth in Parliament. Can Pritam Singh, Singapore’s first-ever Leader of the Opposition, hold onto his position? What doe...

Markets can feel like stormy seas, every drop in stocks makes investors wonder if they should retreat to safety. But history shows that waiting for perfect conditions often comes at a real cost. That’s where the Vikings come in. They didn’t cross oceans because they could predict the weather. They did it because they had strong ships, clear destinations, and the skill to adjust when co...

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Alexandra Parada started the week by diving into the comparison between grocery prices dating back in 1997 versus 2026, Mountbatten’s solution to address the pickleball noise, and why the sky turned pink in Birmingham. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares traded in the positive territory today.  The Straits Times Index was up 0.68% at 4,776.89 points at 1.06pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$631.00M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have the Singapore Exchange, after the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) on Friday proposed various legislative and regulatory changes to facilitate the...

The Lion City Sailors secured a third consecutive Singapore Cup title, beating BG Tampines Rovers 2-0 after extra time. But beyond the Sailors' historic three-peat - the match was marred by an administrative error by the Stags, who now face forfeiting the match due to a rule breach. Sports Minutes has the details as Zia-ul Raushan speaks to Deepanraj Ganesan of The Straits Times. READ MORE: https:...

Singapore has long been recognised as a premier destination for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions – or MICE events – backed by its world class infrastructure, connectivity to the world, and its business friendly ecosystem. And today, we’re going to revisit a guest that sits at the heart of this industry to kickstart the year.  Incorporated in 2005, our guest...

A report paints a nuanced picture of Singapore’s job market heading into 2026. The report notes that while Singapore’s economy grew nearly 5% in 2025, exceeding expectations, permanent employment reached a record high, with hiring sentiment showing signs of cooling.  Companies are increasingly turning to hybrid workforce models, which could change the way jobseekers approach the m...

On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh, and Alexandra Parada discuss stories from a very Singaporean debate over whether 10 cents is a fair price to pay for hawker centre toilets, to a viral Adidas jacket sparking conversations about cultural appreciation versus appropriation, and finally to a heated online argument about “moral kidnapping” after a family stood their ground over...

The US dollar has slipped about 7% this year, reigniting talk of “de‑dollarisation.” But is the greenback really losing its grip? Investors are turning to gold and crypto, yet the dollar’s resilience still surprises many. So, what’s really behind its stickiness, and could its dominance be at risk in the years ahead? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Xueming Song, c...

The Straits Times Index has kicked off the year on solid ground , riding on the strength of local banks and defensive sectors, and it’s coming off a record-breaking 2025. But while Singapore equities look steady, big questions are brewing elsewhere in the market. China’s economy is showing tentative signs of stabilisation, even as property woes linger… and in the AI space, even...

If your kid told you they wanted to fix lifts, grow vegetables, or work with their hands instead of sitting behind a desk, would you support it? Because that’s exactly what more young Singaporeans are choosing to do. Across the island, Millennials and Gen Zs are quietly walking away from traditional office jobs and into skilled trades, from farming to plumbing to lift maintenance. So what&rs...

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Alexandra Parada dive into trending stories from food literally taking flight to school lunches sparking national debate, and fans saving eye-watering sums for their idols. We unpack Grab’s upcoming drone food delivery trial across Kallang River and ask whether this is futuristic convenience or a mid-air disaster waiting to happen, befo...

AI is changing the way Singaporeans invest, from picking stocks to managing portfolios. But with the Monetary Authority of Singapore rolling out new guidelines, using AI responsibly is more important than ever. How can retail investors tap into these tools without falling into common pitfalls? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Chua Inn Chong, Financial Services Manager at PhillipCapital ,...