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Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong
Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day’s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world. From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what’s happening — with clarity, context and a touch of personality. Whether you’re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you…
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Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongChina Perspective: 'Nobody can stop 'family reunion' with Taiwan'
Highlights from a rare meeting between former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou and Chinese President Xi Jinping to a "new chapter" of Beijing-Pyongyang…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWeekly Wrap Up: DPM Wong set to be Singapore's new PM, what can we expect from him?
After nearly 20 years heading Singapore’s government, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong is set to step down on May 15. And as part of a long-planned succession…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: 'Neverkusen' no more as Xabi Alonso leads Bayer Leverkusen to Bundesliga glory
Bayer Leverkusen lifted the Bundesliga title for the first time in their 120-year history breaking Bayern Munich's 11-year stranglehold on the German top…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: Climbing the c-suite corporate ladder, what makes a good leader?
The term "corporate ladder" is a conceptualised view of a company's employment hierarchy in which career advancement is considered to follow higher rungs on a…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: JPMorgan, Citigroup, Wells Fargo – US Bank earnings; PBOC leaves one year MTF unchanged;Middle East tensions; Apple’s Tim Cook in Vietnam; Singapore developer’s sales highest in 4 months; Elite Commercial Reit’s to expand investment strategy; Seatrium on Shell partnership ; Sabana Reit on requisitioned EGM
Singapore shares opened lower today, tracking losses in the US market amid worries over tension and conflict in the Middle East. In early trade, the Straits…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhy It Matters: Does Singapore have what it takes to cultivate global leaders?
In today's interconnected world, expanding your company and its offerings internationally can open up a world of opportunities for your business. Going global…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongUnder the Radar: Patents in a Snap - Innovation intelligence unicorn Patsnap’s Co-founder on global growth and Japan as a bright spot
Using technology to change the way people innovate from concept to commercialisation – that’s what we’re going to talk about today. Founded in Singapore in…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWashington Report: Iran didn't heed Biden’s warning not to attack. Will Israel do the same?
Iran launched hundreds of attack drones and missiles at Israel late on Saturday, in what officials from Iran described as retaliation for the airstrike on the…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongJUST IN: DPM Lawrence Wong to take over from PM Lee on May 15
Singapore will have a new prime minister on May 15, with Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong set to take over from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on that…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: How this 70-year old is redefining active ageing!
Richard Wee’s journey from the regional head of a multinational corporation to now a full time BJJ volunteer trainer at Evolve is as unconventional as it gets…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: From a hobby to satisfy his wife's love for steak to a business
Steak is king. Steak is what other meat wishes it could be. Since its launch in October 2020, ASAP & Co. has established its F&B business as a steakhouse…
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Market View: Tamer US PPI; Gold hits record high; SG GDP grows 2.7% yoy in Q1; MAS stands pat at Apr’s monetary policy; BOK kept rates steady after election setback; Jardine C&C’s new non-executive independent director; Sabana Reit on requisitions for third EGM; Singtel, Viettel on new submarine cable system
Singapore shares opened muted this morning, following data released on economic growth as well as the central bank’s move to stand pat on its monetary policy…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhy It Matters: The future of customer service through AI conversations
Generative AI has been shown to boost customer service productivity. In fact, 94% of business leaders surveyed in Deloitte’s State of AI in the Enterprise, 5th…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWeekly Wrap Up: Unit prices for The Residences at W Singapore Sentosa Cove slashed by over 40%, is it worth your consideration?
Unsold units at The Residences at W Singapore Sentosa Cove will be up for sale at more than 40 percent off their initial 2010 launch price. Cityview Place…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: The event that has tempted Joseph Schooling 'out of retirement'!
What has tempted Singapore's newly retired Olympic champion Joseph Schooling out of retirement? It's the Singapore T100, which returns to Marina Bay for the…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: US March CPI comes in hot, Impact on JPY and Asian equities; CDL’s subsidiary selling 58 units of The Residences at W Singapore Sentosa Cove; Fraser Property expects significant fall in 1H profits; China’s CPI barely increased; Foxconn reportedly considering rotating chief executive system; Adobe reportedly begun procuring videos to build AI text-to-video generator
Singapore stocks were pulled into negative territory today, tracking a Wall Street retreat after US inflation data topped estimates, dashing hopes for…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhy It Matters: A genetic disorder that can lead to early heart disease, even in 10-year-olds
High cholesterol levels increase the risk of heart disease, which can be managed with exercise and healthy dietary choices. But, for people with familial…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongEuro Watch: How the EU wants to reshape its asylum system. Will it solve Europe's migrant crisis?
After years of negotiations, the European Parliament has approved a major reform tightening the EU's migration and asylum rules. This "migration pact" provides…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongUnder the Radar: From making activewear for Under Armour, Puma and The North Face to becoming an investment holding firm - What’s next for Sing Lun Holdings post merger of apparel business with HK’s Crystal International Group
We’re going to bring you an inside look into a local apparel maker turned investment holding firm. Founded in 1951, Sing Lun started as a textile trading firm…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: From lawyer to BJJ trainer, how professional career has played into shaping passion for BJJ
Our guest had a childhood love for sports, which drove him to pursue a degree in physical education and to pick up Jiu Jitsu. However, with family expectations…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: US March inflation expectations; Trump Media & Technology Group down as much as 12% on Mon; Seatrium, Global Invacom registered losses for three straight years; Competition among SG, US, HK, London to attract IPOs; Cordlife on cryogenic storage tanks at risk of being affected by temperature excursions
Singapore equities started trading in positive territory today after global markets ended mixed overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhy It Matters: Singaporeans not getting a good night's sleep, can we do something about it?
All of us know that getting a good night’s rest is essential for physical and mental health, well-being, productivity and overall quality of life. Yet, it…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongChina Perspective: Janet Yellen wraps up visit to China, did she cause a stir?
From highlights from US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen six day visit to China to Russia showing interest in being part of China’s Belt and Road plans in…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: The plot thickens as Liverpool drop points to Manchester United in their hunt for the title!
Manchester United maybe having a season to forget, but maintained their unbeaten run against Liverpool this season. In 3 matches, 2 in the league and 1 in the…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: The effectiveness of influencer marketing, tackling scepticism around it
A decade ago, the influencer marketing arena was limited only to celebrities and a few dedicated bloggers. Now, social media influencers have risen and…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: US March Nonfarm Payrolls up 303,000; Lookahead to US Corporate Earnings; Keppel’s first close for its sustainable urban renewal fund; Straits Trading sells industrial property in South Australia; AMRO on China’s growth, sensitivity of Asian growth to China; HSBC engages over 200 overseas funds to establish presence in India ahead of India's entry into global debt indexes; Luckin Coffee, Cotti Coffee vs Starbucks Coffee in China
Singapore stocks were little changed at the opening bell this morning, following mixed results in US and European markets. In early trade, the Straits Times…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhy It Matters: Combating cybersecurity risks 'differently'
Singapore is leaving other countries in the dust when it comes to cybersecurity preparedness, according to a new government survey. However, according to the…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWashington Report: First US-Japan-Philippines summit in April. How will China react?
United States President Joe Biden will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr for a summit in Washington on…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongUnder the Radar: Singtel and Grab-backed digital bank GXS on increasing the stickiness of savers, regional progress and business projections
Today we’re going to talk about a digital bank that is backed by two of Singapore’s technology and telecommunications powerhouses Grab and Singtel. You might…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhy It Matters: Navigating Singapore's tech talent landscape in 2024
In today's digital age, the demand for tech talents is skyrocketing, especially in thriving tech hubs like Singapore. However, navigating the hiring process in…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhy It Matters: Is AI companionship good for mental well-being?
From chatbots to virtual partners, AI companions are becoming increasingly popular among users seeking connection in an increasingly digital world. And yet…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: Ray Parlour on Arsenal's title push, Arteta's brilliance and Rice's impact
With the Premier League title race on a knife edge heading into the final stretch, what will set the contenders apart from the pretenders? Well we're in…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: Samsung Electronics expects Q1 operating profit to jump over 10 fold yoy; Yellen visits China, concerns over China’s overproduction; Elon Musk gives away free blue checkmarks on ‘X’; Singapore’s Feb retail sales; GuocoLand and CDL on land bids, developer’s appetite to replenish land bank; Construction of MBS project targeted to complete by Jul 2029
Singapore shares fell at the opening bell this morning despite broader regional gains, tracking overnight losses in the US market. In early trade, the Straits…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: Why third culture cuisine is more than just a trend
What you eat defines who you are; it creates your identity. Our guest, at the age of six, arrived in Australia and grew up immersed in the multicultural energy…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: Why the SCC Soccer 7s is the place to be at this weekend!
Celebrating a milestone 30th edition, the SCC Soccer 7s organized by the Singapore Cricket Club is happening from 5 to 7 March at the Padang. Featuring Premier…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: Gold surges to record high on Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s comments; Google reportedly considering charging for new AI-run, “premium” features; TikTok Shop and Tokopedia complete system integration; Cromwell E-REIT’s divests property in Poland; Best World Intl propose to cancel shares
Singapore stocks inched up at the opening bell today, following mixed overnight results in US and European markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: What Is vacation ownership, its advantages
Are you a frequent traveller? Or maybe you are one of those who fancies a last minute trip as and when you feel like it. If you fall under that category…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongUnder the Radar: Behind your Burritos – Guzman Y Gomez Singapore on the role of Singaporean market, consumer appetite, possible impact of firm’s IPO on franchisees
We’re going to talk Mexican today as we speak to the master franchisee of one of the world’s fastest growing fast food chains, Guzman Y Gomez, here…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: What a “plug-and-play” concert hall looks like. how will it sets the stage for future concert experiences
Singapore has recently been abuzz with a certain pop star (Taylor Swift). With more and more international performers flying into our city, how is the island…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongRegional Roundup: Thailand moves closer to legalising same-sex unions, will other countries in the region follow suit?
From an alleged ‘spy’ in Malaysia to Indonesia’s new capital Nusantara to Thailand moving closer to legalising same-sex marriage. Adib Zalkapli, Independent…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: Does Schooling's legacy deserve to be tarnished by drug scandal?
As the dust settles on Joseph Schooling's retirement announcement, we explore the legacy he leaves behind. How pivotal was his parents support in his…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: Taiwan’s strongest earthquake in 25 yrs and impact on TSMC, UMC; Tesla Q1 deliveries tumbled, but take back top EV seller spot from BYD; Fed’s Loretta Mester, Mary Daly on rate cuts; Singtel denies media reports on Optus; Dyna-Mac secures contracts, net order book at record S$896m; Singapore’s manufacturing sentiment inched up in March
Singapore stocks opened weaker today following overnight losses on Wall Street, as Tesla and healthcare stocks weighed on the indexes. In early trade, the…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: The Initial Sama, it's more than just a co-living space in Singapore
More state-owned buildings in Singapore will be converted to co-living spaces, to meet the rising demand for such housing here. With that said, the Champions…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: Isetan Singapore soars as much as 150% on privatisation offer; UOB lowers rates on savings account; Australian shares hit all time high, investors mull RBA minutes; China’s Xiaomi surged on EV launch; FDI to China down to 23-year low; McKinsey offers some staff 9 months pay to leave company; Microsoft-backed Rubrik reveals US$354m net loss in IPO filing
Singapore stocks traded muted this morning, tracking the US market’s subdued performance. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was flat, rising just…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhy It Matters: Why is cybersecurity readiness declining significantly in Singapore amid rise of AI?
Cybersecurity has been a big theme for companies over the last few years, especially with the rise in AI and prevalence of hybrid work. But how ready are…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongUnder the Radar: Refurbished tech gadget marketplace Reebelo’s APAC CEO on the firm growing gross merchandise value 12X over two years, role of APAC vs the US
Giving used tech-devices a new lease of life while reducing the amount of e-waste that ends up in landfills. That’s what we are going to talk about today…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongChina Perspective: Why Taiwan's ex-president wants to promote peace in China
Former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou is visiting China to help build social and cultural links on a trip that might include a meeting with Chinese leader Xi…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: Joseph Schooling on his decision to retire, the highs, the lows and the road ahead
Joseph Schooling announced his retirement aged just 28. Why, why now and what next for Singapore’s first and only Olympic champion? We speak to the man himself…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhy It Matters: How market intelligence can help with online sales growth
No secret that Southeast Asia's burgeoning e-commerce market is witnessing heightened competition due to the emergence of new platform contenders. And this…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: Squeaky bum time in the Premier League as Liverpool steal a march on Arsenal & City
Liverpool are now top of the Premier League after Manchester City's draw with Arsenal. With just 3 points separating the trio and 9 games to go in league, who…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: Powell on Feb PCE being ‘along the lines’ of what Fed wants to see; China’s CaiXin PMI; Swatch’s CEO on Chinese customers hesitating amid higher prices; SingPost’s new SG CEO; Keppel, Keppel Infrastructure Trust on Keppel Merlimau Cogen Plant; ComfortDelGro’s Metroline won contracts worth ~S$720m; Asia Pacific IPO momentum
Singapore stocks rose at the opening bell this morning, mirroring gains in US and European markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) gained 0.2…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: How the JSSL 7s shaped the futures of the Fandis, Danelle Tan & even Gavin Lee
Asia’s Largest Youth Football Tournament, the JSSL 7s returns for it's landmark 10th edition with over 450 teams battling it out at 5 different locations…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: How Hilton is transforming hospitality careers for women
From leadership roles to groundbreaking innovations, women are undeniably transforming the face of the hospitality industry. Recognizing this, Hilton is…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhy It Matters: The link between migraines and hole in the heart
Did you know that nearly 10% of the population in Singapore suffers from migraines? Emerging research now suggests a potential link between migraines and the…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongEuro Watch: How will Putin respond to the deadly Moscow concert hall attack?
Russia is still reeling from its deadliest terrorist incident in two decades. It is estimated that more than 130 people were killed and scores more injured in…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: US PCE index expectations; Protracted property downturn in China eats into balance sheet of state banks; Impact of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse on insurance premiums and shares of shipping counters; Amazon investing an additional US$2.75b in Anthropic; ESR Logos Reit, Banyan Tree and sustainability-linked loans; Seatrium’s trading halt, former executive charged with paying bribes to further business interests in Brazil
Singapore shares entered the morning session barely moved, as gains from travel and hospitality-related index counters clashed with a weaker showing from…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongUnder the Radar: CEO of ready-mix concrete innovation firm Pan-United Corporation on concrete demand for 2024 and the firm’s move to transform into a IP provider amid rising costs
It is all about the concrete that goes into the buildings we live, work and play in today! Founded in 1958, our guest Pan-United Corporation is a…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: Brave Lions beaten in China, so what next for Ogura?
Despite the Lions falling to a 4-1 defeat to China, the mood surround Singapore football is one of hope and optimism. This after new head coach Tsutomu Ogura…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: EU Digital Markets Act vs Apple, Google and Meta; McDonald to sell Krispy Kreme Doughnuts; Universal Music Group struck distribution deal with rights to Kpop Group BTS; Changes in UOB’s management; Yen slides to weakest level in ~34 years; Cordlife’s requisition notice from TransGlobal Real Estate Group, CFO arrested
Singapore stocks advanced at the opening bell this morning, following higher-than-expected growth in the city-state’s February factory output. If you recall…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhy It Matters: The consequences of data loss
Would you believe that 1 percent of users are responsible for 88 percent of data loss events? The latest findings from Proofpoint’s inaugural Data Loss…