CNA938 Rewind

Cathay Pacific is adding 14 more Airbus aircraft, as Singapore Airlines invests billions in its long-haul cabins. What does this spending tell us about how Asian airlines see the region’s growth prospects? Vaisali Prabhakaran finds out more from Hebe Chen, Senior Market Analyst, Vantage Markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asian markets were mixed on Wednesday (11 November 2026), with tech-heavy markets like Taiwan, South Korea and Japan gaining while China and Hong Kong slip. What is driving this growing divergence across the region? Vaisali Prabhakaran finds out more from Hebe Chen, Senior Market Analyst, Vantage Markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fancy a sound bath with over a hundred people? This Saturday, New Bahru's School Hall will be transformed into The Resting Room, an immersive experience bringing together live gongs, acoustic instruments and plenty of space to simply unwind. Hui Wong explores the science behind sound healing, the appeal of collective rest, and what Singaporeans are really looking for as the wellness scene continue...

From rare aged sakes to experimental brews, there's plenty to explore as Sake Matsuri returns for its 13th edition. With more than 500 sakes and spirits, and Japan HopFest joining the celebrations, Hui Wong discovers how Singapore's sake scene is evolving and what exciting pours await visitors this year with Kevin Ngan, Co-founder, Sake Matsuri & Japan HopFest, and Adrian Goh, Co-founder, Sake...

Singapore's banks are giving AI a bigger role in their operations, with systems increasingly capable of making decisions and carrying out tasks independently. But with greater autonomy come new questions about accountability, cybersecurity and the risks of relying on external AI providers. As Singapore prepares for new AI risk management requirements, Hui Wong unpacks how banks can embrace innovat...

The dispute surrounding former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak’s conditional royal pardon has raised questions about political influence, institutional independence and accountability. What does the timing reveal about Malaysia’s power dynamics, and could it shape the upcoming state elections in Melaka and Sarawak? Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng find out with James Chin, Professo...

A creditor of luxury residential cruise ship Villa Vie Odyssey is seeking more than $9.2 million from its owners following the vessel's arrest in Singapore. Maritime lawyers warn that other creditors could also come forward. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng get the latest on the legal battle, how the ship could be released, and what the dispute means for passengers and crew from CNA's Claudia Lim S...

Two near misses involving autonomous vehicles in Punggol have raised questions about safety and accountability. When a self-driving car makes a mistake, who should bear responsibility—the operator, manufacturer, software developer or safety officer? Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine how Singapore's existing laws handle such incidents and whether new legislation can close the gaps with...

Nvidia has lost billions in market value following allegations involving CEO Jensen Huang and a suspected Chinese intelligence operative. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine how markets are responding, the potential impact on Nvidia's leadership and valuation, and whether the controversy could undermine investor confidence in the wider AI sector with Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst...

Southeast Asia continues to post economic growth, but nearly one in three consumers surveyed in Singapore, Indonesia and Thailand feel financially worse off than a year ago. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine why spending isn't keeping pace, how shoppers are changing their habits and what businesses must do to win over increasingly cautious consumers with Praneeth Yendamuri, Partner and Head...

Nvidia lost around US$190 billion in market value on Monday (9 November), amid controversy over CEO Jensen Huang's admission of an extramarital affair. Separately, the company is investigating whether he was targeted by foreign intelligence operatives. How much can a leader's private conduct really cost a company, and why do some businesses suffer from leadership scandals while others weather the...

Singapore has launched a new gold-vaulting service for foreign central banks and financial institutions, with capacity to store up to 500 tonnes. It's part of a wider push to grow Singapore’s gold market, alongside new tax measures and a gold-clearing system due to go live next year. Daniel Martin finds out more about its role's significance from Tan De Jun, Portfolio Manager, FSM Globa...

China’s trade surplus has reached US$1.04 trillion in the first 10 months of the year, as exports jumped 35.2 per cent in October. How could China’s growing export strength reshape trade and investment flows across Asia? Daniel Martin finds out more from Tan De Jun, Portfolio Manager, FSM Global. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As world leaders gather for COP31, the Iran war has led some countries back towards a reliance on coal, in response to energy disruptions… Could we be seeing a coal resurgence, and what would that mean for Singapore? Daniel Martin finds out from Dr Victor Nian, Founding Co-Chairman, Centre for Strategic Energy and Resources. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We often associate the haze with coughs and breathing problems, but could poor air quality also affect our blood sugar? Ahead of World Diabetes Day, Hui Wong speaks with Dr Jose Dimaano Jr, Area Medical Director for Asia Pacific at Abbott to look at the emerging research linking air pollution and diabetes, and what people living with the condition can do to stay on top of their health when the haz...

There's more to Champagne than a celebratory toast! As Champagniac returns for its second edition at National Gallery Singapore, Hui Wong explores Singapore's growing appreciation for bubbly, the different styles and flavours worth discovering, and what's in store for visitors at this year's festival with Yeo Xi Yang, Co-founder of Champagniac and Sommelier-Owner of Convivial, and June Lee, Food a...

Convenience meals are becoming a regular part of Singaporeans' eating routines, but expectations around taste, value and nutrition are also changing. Hui Wong speaks with Anushree Khosla, Managing Director of 7-Eleven Singapore to look at what the latest consumer trends reveal, how convenience retailers are adapting, and where the industry is headed in 2027. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Zarina Jaffar is co-founder of the Facebook group "3R Recycle - Sharing is Caring", a mutual support community of around 35-thousand members, where those who have give to those who need. Although the spirit of "gotong royong" defines the community, Zarina tells us why she has come to see that it's OK to say "no" sometimes, and how her own experience of being a beneficiary of unexpected generosity...

A recent study has found only one in five future caregivers feels well prepared, while some believe caregiving should only be addressed when the need arises. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng explore what families should discuss before a care crisis happens, from financial arrangements and medical decisions to sharing responsibilities and accessing outside support with Allen Lim, President, Asia Est...

Nvidia has reportedly launched an investigation into Jensen Huang's relationship with an individual suspected of espionage. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine what investigators would need to establish, why the case is attracting attention in Washington and what it could mean for the US-China technology rivalry with Dennis Wilder, Professor, Georgetown University & Former Deputy Associate...

On today's markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng speak with John Sherman, VP & Senior Portfolio Manager Multi-Asset Strategies, Federated Hermes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Singaporeans prepare for 11.11 and Black Friday, scammers are deploying increasingly convincing fake websites, AI-generated reviews and social media advertisements to lure shoppers. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine how these scams are evolving, why even experienced online shoppers can be fooled and what consumers can do to protect themselves with Reuben Koh, Director of Security Technolo...

Have you given your AI agent full access to your emails, personal files and even banking details - and could that put you at risk? Daniel Martin finds out from Associate Professor Goh Weihan from the Infocomm Technology Cluster, SIT, how to take back control, and why simply revoking access may not be enough to keep your information safe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The November 2026 tech selloff wiped off roughly 2.5 trillion U.S dollars from the stock market. While Asian shares have recovered slightly today (Monday 9 November), are we seeing this selloff representing a sign of bigger things to come, or is it just a market correction? Daniel Martin finds out more from Dan Chang, Trading Representative, Phillip Securities. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Is last Friday (6 November)’s global tech sell-off just a market correction, or a warning of bigger trouble ahead? Daniel Martin finds out more from Dan Chang, Trading Representative, Phillip Securities; along with other major business and finance developments making the news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.