A natural companion to Money Talk, The Close will wrap the day’s market action, delving into what you need to know about the economy and investment planning. Join the team and their expert guests to get the very latest on the day's top business stories, as well as looking at how your lifestyle can affect your wallet and more, every weekday afternoon 5.05pm to 6pm (HKT) on RTHK Radio 3.
17/03/2026 - Business and Market Discussion
17/03/2026 - Michael Walls - War Risk Insurance
The Iran War has triggered major global disruptions. Oil markets have swung sharply in recent weeks, and global equities have sold off since the conflict began as investors adopt a more cautious, risk‑off stance. Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has vowed to keep the Strait of Hormuz shut as the conflict continues to intensify in the Middle East. Insurance premiums for tankers passing through the region have skyrocketed as a result. To discuss how the insurance sector is responding to the crisis in the Middle East, Jeff Cheung spoke to Michael Walls, Marine and Cargo Leader for Asia at Marsh.
17/03/2026 - Patrick Frater - Business Of Entertainment
Joining live from Hong Kong's FILMART trade show is independent media consultant Patrick Frater who talks to James Ross about the show, the Oscar results, and the payments and benefits Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav is set to receive when the company’s sale is finalised to Paramount Skydance.
17/03/2026 - Business and Market Discussion
17/03/2026 - Michael Walls - War Risk Insurance
The Iran War has triggered major global disruptions. Oil markets have swung sharply in recent weeks, and global equities have sold off since the conflict began as investors adopt a more cautious, risk‑off stance. Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has vowed to keep the Strait of Hormuz shut as the conflict continues to intensify in the Middle East. Insurance premiums for tankers passing through the region have skyrocketed as a result. To discuss how the insurance sector is responding to the crisis in the Middle East, Jeff Cheung spoke to Michael Walls, Marine and Cargo Leader for Asia at Marsh.
17/03/2026 - Patrick Frater - Business Of Entertainment
Joining live from Hong Kong's FILMART trade show is independent media consultant Patrick Frater who talks to James Ross about the show, the Oscar results, and the payments and benefits Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav is set to receive when the company’s sale is finalised to Paramount Skydance.
