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Singapore shares inched higher today, mirroring gains seen overnight in the US. The Straits Times Index was up 0.21% at 4,298.54 points at 11.55am Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$572.22M seen in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel and Keppel DC Reit. That’s after the manager of Keppel DC Reit announced yesterday its acquisition of the remaining stake...

CareShield Life, the national long-term care (LTC) insurance scheme, will be enhanced from Jan 1, 2026, with higher monthly payouts and more government support to help policyholders cope with the resulting premium increases. CareShield Life’s monthly payouts will grow at a rate of 4 per cent a year,  from the current 2 per cent. To mitigate the impact of the resulting premium hikes, the...

China rolled out the tanks, the missiles, and the marching troops down Beijing’s historic Changan Avenue today — but this was no ordinary parade. Marking the 80th anniversary of victory over Japan in World War II, President Xi Jinping took center stage, flanked by none other than Russia’s Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong-un. Beyond the pageantry, the symbolism was...

The yuan is sitting near its strongest levels in months, but with property market stress, deflation risks, and Beijing’s push to internationalize its currency, the big question is: how sustainable is this strength? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Peter Chia, Senior FX Strategist at UOB , to find out more on how investors are recalibrating their strategies in the face of growing do...

Decades before clean air became a global concern, one company spotted a gap that no one else saw. Camfil has spent over 60 years turning that insight into solutions that protect our health, reduce energy use, and drive sustainability. How does a company stay ahead for more than six decades, and what’s next in the race for cleaner, healthier air? On Right Business, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Tob...

Singapore shares dipped today amid a downbeat day for Asian investors. The Straits Times Index was down 0.28% at 4,286.26 points at 2.45pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$738.68M seen in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Boustead Singapore, after the engineering and technology group said yesterday that it applied to list a real estate investment trust (Re...

Today we’re going full throttle into the world of performance by speaking to a super car brand known for its “Raging Bull” logo – and that is Automobili Lamborghini. If you’re a car enthusiast, you might have heard of the origin story of how Automobili Lamborghini was founded in 1963, as a result of an unpleasant exchange between two Italian car enthusiasts.   Th...

The Philippines is facing widespread public outrage as nepo babies, the children of politicians and contractors, flaunt luxury lifestyles while the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has come under scrutiny for flood control projects plagued by corruption, ghost projects, and substandard work. These projects, intended to protect communities from devastating floods, have allegedly diver...

In Singapore’s property market, the search for a new home can often feel like navigating a maze. Even as digital transformation sweeps across industries, real estate remains stubbornly fragmented, leaving users to fill in the gaps themselves. Enter Kucing, a quietly disruptive proptech startup aiming to change the game. Rather than just being another listings site, Kucing positions itse...

Singaporeans are asking a big question: how can we grow our retirement savings without taking on too much risk? Australia’s Superannuation system offers some answers, showing how disciplined investing can balance growth and security over decades. So what can we learn from Australia’s system? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to  Steve Alain Lawrence, CIO of Balfour Capital G...

Singapore shares were higher today as investors continue to track the outlook for global interest rates. The Straits Times Index was up 0.52% at 4,298.45 points at 2.35pm Singapore time, with a value turnover of S$716.37M seen in the broader market.  In terms of counters to watch, we have ST Engineering and ComfortDelGro. That’s after ComfortDelGro became the sole owner of taxi operator...

China announced that new home sales by its top 100 developers fell 17.6% year-on-year in August, marking six straight months of decline, even as the private manufacturing PMI rose to 50.5, its fastest pace in five months. Meanwhile, South Korea’s factory activity remained weak, with its PMI at 48.3, while new export orders dropped for the fifth consecutive month amid higher US tariffs. And J...

Evren is a next-generation secure workspace platform that helps modern enterprises enable safe, scalable, and efficient work for distributed teams.  Designed for organizations managing remote employees, contractors, and third-party collaborators, Evren delivers fully managed, policy-enforced work environments that run on any device without the complexity of traditional virtual desktops or res...

Violent protests have erupted across Jakarta and other Indonesian cities, sparked by public anger over lawmakers’ pay hikes and police violence that left a motorcycle taxi driver dead. What began as frustration over economic hardship has now escalated into a political crisis, with analysts warning it could destabilise President Prabowo Subianto’s administration. President Prabowo Subia...

FX and gold have been choppy lately, but how can you tell if the market is worth trading, or if it’s better to sit out? Technical analysis offers clues, not just for short-term traders but also for long-term investors.  On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Lim Jun Kit, Senior Strategist, Phillip Nova , to break down the signals, the traps, and the tools to help make smarter decisi...

It’s been more than a decade since the Singapore National Team last lifted silverware - but Mustafic Fahrudin knows what it takes. In his first interview since becoming the Lions’ interim assistant coach, the 2-time AFF Champion shares the inside story of his partnership with Gavin Lee, preparations for Malaysia and India, and his hunger to help resurrect Singapore football. Got a stor...

GuocoLand reported a 48% decline in half-year net profit to S$32.4 million, down from S$62.4 million a year ago, even as revenue rose 20% to S$906.3 million, highlighting the impact of losses in China on the company’s overall performance. Meanwhile, Shangri-La Asia posted a net profit of US$57.9 million for the first half, down 38.7% from US$94.5 million, while revenue remained steady at US$...

Hawkers at several Socially-conscious Enterprise Hawker Centres are questioning why they continue to shoulder the costs of budget meals and app-driven discounts, despite recent changes easing other obligations. At Bukit Canberra Hawker Centre, management recently scrapped a controversial clause requiring stallholders to provide free meals for the needy at their own expense, a move that was initial...

Coffee is back in the spotlight and not for the reasons caffeine lovers might hope. Prices have spiked to their highest levels in over a decade, driven by US tariffs on Brazilian beans and weather shocks hitting supply. With China emerging as a possible new heavyweight buyer and Africa stepping up exports, the global coffee trade is being reshuffled in real time. So, are we looking at a new normal...

Ever wondered how your bank or insurance app seems to know what you need—sometimes before you even do? It’s not magic. It’s AI, working quietly behind the scenes to power faster service, smarter recommendations, and seamless digital experiences. But making AI truly work for people—and feel relevant to local markets—is no easy feat. How are financial institutions in So...

Vying for a Singapore National Team breakthrough, Jared Gallagher steps into the new season with fresh motivation. Called up to Gavin Lee’s local centralised training squad soon after being appointed co-captain at Albirex Niigata for the season ahead -  the 23-year-old opens up on leadership, pressure, and the dream of representing Singapore while cementing his place in domestic footbal...

The United Nation has established its independent international scientific panel on artificial intelligence, aimed at advising governments on both the opportunities and risks of this rapidly evolving technology. The panel will produce evidence-based assessments, facilitate dialogue among countries with differing regulatory approaches, and guide the responsible use of AI to support global developme...

US earnings are holding up, AI is driving gains, and markets are hitting new highs, but not all sectors are sharing in the upside. Europe lags, emerging markets face short-term headwinds, and risks from tariffs and slowing growth are rising. The big question for investors: how do you ride the tailwinds of AI and rate cuts without getting caught off guard if the tide turns? On Wealth Tracker, Hongb...

The gaming world is on the verge of a seismic shift. With over 3 billion players and millions of streamers powering a market projected to reach US$625 billion by 2030, the demand for faster, easier ways to build games has never been higher. But what if creating a game didn’t require coding skills, a massive studio, or years of development? That’s the vision of Ambitionz. The compa...