Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

Meta Robotics is a future-focused education company dedicated to nurturing the next generation of innovators through robotics, coding, and technology learning for children aged 3 to 16. Formerly known as First Step Academy, Meta Robotics has rebranded to sharpen its mission by equipping young minds with the skills, mindset, and confidence to thrive in a rapidly evolving, technology-driven world. U...

Singapore shares moved higher today as investors continue to set their sights on earnings out of the country. The Straits Times Index was up 1.02% at 4,533.91 points at 2.34pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.23B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CSE Global, after the company entered into an agreement to issue nearly 63 million new warrants to Amazon.c...

Hundreds of thousands of federal workers left without pay. Services disrupted across the country. And a political standoff that has gripped Washington. Now, after 40 days, could the longest government shutdown in US history finally be ending?  Who gave way, who came out ahead and what does this mean for hundreds of thousands of federal workers left in limbo? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong sp...

Gold and silver fever is back, and it’s hitting Singapore hard. Dealers say they’re seeing eight times the usual number of clients rushing to buy physical bullion. At the same time, Bank of America is calling for silver to hit US $65 an ounce, warning the London market is in a “state of seizure.” So what’s driving this frenzy, and could it be a sign of something bigge...

Founders Bridge is a specialist advisory firm that helps startup founders and SMEs navigate the complexities of business growth, international expansion, and fundraising. In today’s tough startup climate where access to capital is shrinking, investor scrutiny is rising, and scaling globally has never been more complex, Founders Bridge provides the clarity, strategy, and hands-on guidance fou...

Singapore shares dipped today amid positive trade in Asia.  The Straits Times Index was down 0.33% at 4,477.47 points at 2.27pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.10B seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have SingPost, after the postal operator posted a 12.8 per cent drop in net profit to S$19.7 million for its first half ended Sep 30, from S$22.6 million i...

A career marked by brilliance and blemishes. Tajeli Salamat’s story is one of talent, turmoil, turning points and tough lessons. On this Sports Minutes EXCLUSIVE, Tajeli offers his most candid interview yet - unpacking what really happened, what he’s learned, and what comes next for one of Singapore’s most polarising footballers. Got a story to tell? Get in touch! raushan@sph.com...

From a mirror glass producer into one of the world’s most enduring industrial giants. Today we’re going to take you through the ins and outs of French multinational corporation Saint-Gobain.  The founding of Saint-Gobain takes us all the way back to 1665, when Louis XIV (the 14th) founded the Royal Mirror Glass Factory, and granted the financier Nicolas Dunoyer and his associates...

Elon Musk has just shattered another record, not for rockets or robots, but for pay. Tesla shareholders have approved a jaw-dropping compensation deal worth nearly US$1 trillion, the largest in corporate history. It could make Musk the world’s first trillionaire, and raise big questions about power, profit, and the future of executive pay. On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr. Holly...

Gold’s shine isn’t fading just yet. After a record-breaking rally and a brief pullback, analysts are still betting on more upside ahead. But with shifting global dynamics and weaker links to the U.S. dollar and interest rates, has gold’s role as a store of value changed for good? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Sim Moh Siong, Currency Strategist, Bank of Singapore , to...

Picture a market research firm capable of scanning over 660 billion websites and online channels in less than a second. This allows it to monitor real-time trends, consumer sentiment, and competitor activity across 180 languages. Why does this matter? Because Parrot Social, a Singapore-based AI leader, is transforming how companies understand their markets using cutting-edge AI insights....

Singapore shares dipped today as Asian markets traded lower. The Straits Times Index was down 0.11% at 4,480.03 points at 1.42pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.21B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have OCBC. The lender had reported a flat third-quarter net profit of S$1.98 billion today, beating a S$1.79 billion consensus forecast in a Bloomberg survey of...

It’s the story that captured hearts everywhere - a mother and daughter on opposite sides of the same football match. On Sports Minutes, Siti Nurwati and her daughter Hannah Tasha open up about the day that changed everything, how football deepened their bond, and what they hope for women’s football in Singapore. READ MORE: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/special-mom-ent-for...

From deepfake abuse to harassment and impersonation, victims of online harm have long faced a broken system. Now, victims can seek damages against platforms, administrators, and communicators under a law passed in Parliament on November 5. The legislation also paves the way for a one-stop government agency, set to be established by June 2026, which can direct platforms to remove harmful content. B...

Offshore wind is no longer just a breeze on the horizon, it’s becoming a financial storm. With the sector set to add nearly 19 gigawatts of new capacity by 2025 and $80 billion in investments pouring in, investors are asking: what’s fueling this surge, how can you get a piece of the action, and could offshore wind soon become a mainstream investment opportunity? On Wealth Tracker, Hong...

Roblox and education rarely share the same sentence until Ottodot came along. Founded in Singapore, Ottodot bridges gameplay and pedagogy by turning math and science lessons into immersive learning adventures inside Roblox. Its platform is designed around the Singapore MOE syllabus and led by trained educators, creating a safe, engaging environment where kids learn through inquiry, exploration, an...

Singapore shares moved higher today, tracking gains seen in the region. The Straits Times Index was up 1.4% at 4,478.76 points at 2.02pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.75B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have DBS. The Singapore lender posted today a net profit for the third quarter ended Sep 30, 2025, that declined 2 per cent to S$2.95 billion, compared...

Fashion is an art, but it is also big business. And our guest for today H&M Group has proven that the two can coexist at scale.  Since opening its first store nearly eight decades ago in 1947, the Swedish fashion giant has evolved to a network of over 4,000 stores across 79 markets, with online sales available in 60 markets.  The company prides itself on a simple promise: making grea...

From phishing texts to fake job offers, scams have quietly drained billions from Singapore over the years. Now, the response is anything but quiet.  A sweeping new law introduces caning for scammers and money mules, a dramatic escalation in the fight against digital crime.  But as Parliament turns up the heat, questions emerge: will harsher punishment truly deter scams  or does this...

Asia REITs surged in September, led by Singapore and Australia, fueled by strong property fundamentals, lower interest costs, and attractive yields. The Manulife Asia Pacific REIT Fund has seen a ~20% year-to-date gain, with retail and diversified REITs at the forefront. What’s driving this rally, which sectors are leading, and what lies ahead for investors in the region? On Wealth Tracker,...

Sqkii is a gamification marketing company that connects brands with gamers to drive exceptional ROI for brands while delivering engaging rewards to gamers. Born and raised in Singapore, Sqkii specialises in creating viral, game-based campaigns that solve real-world challenges from increasing sales and app downloads to encouraging healthy habits and active lifestyles. Known for bold and playful act...

Singapore shares dipped today to track declines seen in the region. The Straits Times Index was down 0.33% at 4,408.27 points at 1.49pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$1.33B seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have SIA Engineering, after the company posted a 13.5 per cent improvement in net profit to S$40.4 million for the second quarter ended September. ...

A new name, a bold dream - and just 12 months to make it happen. American outift Cadillac are going full throttle toward their 2026 Formula 1 debut. From star signings to behind-the-scenes with Keanu Reeves, Sports Minutes sits down with CEO Dan Towriss to learn about how this team plans to shake up the grid, one lap at a time. READ MORE: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/formula-one/f1s-newbies-...

The courtroom drama isn’t over for Pritam Singh. The Workers’ Party chief is back in court, appealing his conviction for lying to a parliamentary committee. His defence says crucial evidence was ignored. But how did the appeal play out today, and what could this mean for Singapore’s political landscape? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr Mustafa Izzuddin, Senior Interna...

Temasek hit a record S$434 billion in portfolio value, up more than 11% in a single year, earlier this year. But what’s behindTemasek’s success and what can everyday investors learn from it? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Steve Alain Lawrence, CIO of Balfour Capital Group , to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.