CNA938 Rewind

On today's (14 Oct) markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng speak with Brandon Fink, Senior Vice President, Claro Advisors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oil tanker rates have surged past US$1 million a day as renewed disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz threaten energy shipments to Asia. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng unpack the impact on refined fuel supplies, volatile refining margins and what prolonged disruption could mean for inflation and economic growth across the region with Jaime Brito, Executive Director, Refining and Oil Markets, Dow Jo...

Asian markets come under pressure from losses in U.S chip stocks, while Japanese households brace for higher prices and oil remains above US$100 a barrel. Plus, as calls for AI safeguards grow louder, what could tighter rules mean for the economy? Daniel Martin finds out from Charmaine Tan, Research Analyst, FSM Global. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Singapore Grand Prix drew over 301,000 spectators this year, the second-highest attendance on record. That was despite the PSI hitting 192 during the race weekend, the highest reading of this year’s haze season. So how much did the haze actually affect the F1 experience? And beyond the race itself, how did Singapore fare on the crowds, concerts, costs and overall visitor experience? Dani...

More initiatives, announced at yesterday’s Inclusive Lifelong Learning Festival, join existing ones like HR Powerbank to help PWDs make the leap into employment. How are they breaking down barriers that might stand in their way into work? Daniel Martin finds out from Lee Hong Chuang, Chief Executive Coach for HR Powerbank. He’s also Managing Partner of corporate and recruitment co...

In ‘Culture Club’ Melanie Oliveiro features the two-night production, ‘In the Mood For Love In Concert’ - the Hong Kong auteur Wong Kar Wai masterpiece brought to life in full HD on the big screen. Singaporean conductor Joshua Tan and concertmaster Seah Huan Yuh discuss the technical and musical demands of conducting the film score live onstage. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Can time in nature support recovery in hospital? Changi General Hospital is testing that idea through guided sessions in sensory gardens, where patients and caregivers engage with plants, scents, textures and natural sounds. Cheryl Goh speaks with Adjunct Associate Professor Lim Si Ching, Senior Consultant, Department of Geriatric Medicine and Principal Investigator of the Nature-based Therapy Pro...

After more than three decades, LingZhi has been reimagined as LingZhi Greens, with a new home, refreshed menu and less reliance on processed mock meats. Cheryl Goh speaks with Amanda Liman, Vice President, Projects and Social Media (Business Development) of TungLok Group which owns Lingzhi Greens to look at how vegetables, mushrooms and natural ingredients are taking centre stage, and what this ne...

From the Singapore Grand Prix to the BigBang World Tour, Singapore is set to play host to numerous concerts and festivals in the last quarter of 2026. How much of a boon is it to Singapore’s economy and will it further cement the city’s status as a MICE hub in the region? Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng find out from Dr Manisha Agarwal, Senior Lecturer and Head of Accreditation, James...

PCF Sparkletots is investing S$20 million in staff development while introducing measures to reduce teachers' administrative workloads. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine how much time preschool educators actually spend on paperwork and other duties, whether the changes will make a meaningful difference and why supporting teachers could be just as important as improving the curriculum with Ch...

On today's (13 Oct) markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng speak Garett Lim, Partner & CMO, MOIQ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Treasury yields have climbed to multi-decade highs, rattling global bond markets yet Singapore government bond yields have remained comparatively resilient. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine what is driving the divergence, whether it can last, and what higher global yields could mean for Singapore investors, bond funds, borrowing costs, and the wider economy with Vishnu Varathan, Head Eco...

Amid the ongoing haze situation, Education Minister Desmond Lee says schools are prepared, with closures and exam postponements to be considered if air quality reaches hazardous levels. But with N-, O- and A-Level exams underway or coming up, are parents and students ready for possible disruptions? Daniel Martin discusses with Dr Wong Hwei Ming, Senior Education Research Scientist and Assistant Ce...

Guest: Jeff Ng, Head of Asia Macro Strategy, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pakistan imposing emergency rule in the northern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – following days of protests by supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Will this restore stability, or risk driving further unrest? Daniel Martin speaks with Dr Rohan Gunaratna, Professor of Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, NTU. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Saudi authorities report one killed and nearly a dozen hurt in a new attack on Riyadh’s international airport on Sunday (11 October) – the second one in a matter of days. What might this mean for hopes of peace in the Middle East? Daniel Martin speaks with Dr Rohan Gunaratna, Professor of Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, NTU.   See omnystudio.com/li...

World Mental Health Day may have passed, but the need to listen, support and respond continues. Cheryl Goh speaks with Associate Professor Angie Chew, Founder and CEO of Brahm Centre to look at how Singapore’s mental-health conversation has changed, why some people still hesitate to seek help, and what more can be done across communities, workplaces and everyday relationships to better suppo...

BOMUL is bringing its Korean comfort food to Scotts Square with a second outlet, new dishes and a Northern Korean-style Samgye Baekban inspired by a current Seoul trend. Cheryl Goh speaks with Yong Yu Khim, Co-founder of BOMUL Samgyetang to find out what’s driving the restaurant’s popularity and what diners can expect from the new menu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

As AI reshapes jobs and the skills employers value, Singapore is placing greater emphasis on lifelong learning and career adaptability. Cheryl Goh looks at what a skills-first economy really means, how education providers are responding, and what Singapore can learn from overseas approaches to micro-credentials, workforce development and career transitions with Ho Seong Kim, Chief Executive Office...

Hazy skies and air-quality warnings have become a familiar sight in Singapore, but that hasn't stopped people from exercising outdoors or attending major events. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman explore whether repeated exposure to the haze is making us less sensitive to its health risks and why seeing others carry on as normal may influence our own behaviour. For more, they speak with Dr Olivia Je...

On today's (12 October) markets analysis on Open For Business, Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Heng Koon How, Head of Markets Strategy, Global Economics and Markets Research, UOB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore's three biggest banks have suffered a sharp sell-off as inflation fears and rising bond yields rattle investors. But higher interest rates are usually good news for bank earnings. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman unpack why that relationship isn't always straightforward, what's worrying investors and whether the latest rout signals deeper trouble for Singapore's banking sector. For that,...

Investors are keeping a close watch on Asian markets, amid concerns over heavy AI spending and elevated borrowing costs. Daniel Martin discusses further with Lee Sue Ann, Economist, UOB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feeling stuck can show up even when life looks fine on the surface. Cheryl Goh speaks with Mae Kwan, Wellness Strategist and Founder of Mase Lifestyle to look at how to recognise the patterns that may be keeping us there, why mind, body and environment all matter, and the small steps that can help us reconnect and move forward with more clarity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greenwood Fish Market marks 23 years as a family-run Singapore business. Cheryl Goh speaks with David Lee, founder of Greenwood Fish Market, and Li Qing, Marketing at Greenwood Fish Market, as they reflect on how local seafood tastes have changed, what it takes to keep seafood fresh, and how the business has evolved along the way. Plus, a sneak peek as a 50-kilogram bluefin tuna takes centre stage...