Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek
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| Breakfast Bites: 6 types of annoying travellers you may come across on a flight | 17 févr. 2025 | 00:07:17 | |
Whenever you take to the skies, you just never know what kind of passenger(s) you'll end up sitting next or near to. If they're kind and mind their own business, no complaints. But what about when they're rude, impatient, or inconsiderate? We've surely all encountered at least one of the above aboard an aircraft and it's no surprise then that such passengers are categorised into six annoying groups. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey tell us more.
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced & Edited by Emaad Akhtar Photo & Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Companies To Watch: Erie Indemnity Company - HOT or NOT? | 17 févr. 2025 | 00:05:54 | |
Income stream lovers, you’re gonna love this one. While shares of its company may have lagged the broader market and peers, it was recently announced that Erie Indemnity Company will be added to the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats - an index that follows companies with a history of raising their dividends for at least 25 consecutive years! Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they tear down the latest news surrounding the insurance company and if they can continue to grow their dividends amid this period of uncertainty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Morning Shot: Navigating in stormy waters - Where are US-Taiwan ties headed? | 16 févr. 2025 | 00:11:28 | |
The US State Department has reportedly removed a statement on its website that it does not support Taiwan independence. The factsheet retains Washington's opposition to unilateral change from either Taiwan or from China, which claims the democratically governed island as its own. but dropped the phrase "we do not support Taiwan independence". And not too long ago, two US Navy ships sailed through the sensitive Taiwan Strait, drawing an angry reaction from China. This comes just after Taiwan's signing of a new missile deal with Washington to bolster the defence of Taipei. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co - or TSMC for short - also just held its first board of directors meeting in the US, but did not unveil any new US investments despite mounting tariff threats from Trump. On this episode of Morning Shot, Ross Feingold, Research Director at Caerus Consulting shares his insights. Presented by: Audrey Siek See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Bigger Pic: S'pore revises 2024 GDP growth upwards to 4.4% | 14 févr. 2025 | 00:09:00 | |
Barnabas Gan, Acting Chief Economist, RHB Bank discusses the headwinds in store for Singapore's economy in 2025, and explains why he is at the upperbound of the government's forecast for growth this year to come in at a range of 1 to 3 percent. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Mind Your Business: Blue Aqua introduces Asia-Pacific’s largest trout farming initiative | 14 févr. 2025 | 00:16:36 | |
Some of us might be familiar with Blue Aqua's patented Mixotrophic™ system - a super-intensive shrimp farming method designed to maximize efficiency and sustainability. And it looks like you’re breaking records yet again, because they recently launched their innovative trout farming initiative in Singapore, the first and largest of its kind in the Asia-Pacific region. Dr. Farshad Shishehchian, CEO & Founder of Blue Aqua International Group joins The Breakfast Show to discuss more about this groundbreaking farm and what it means for food sustainability in Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Breakfast Quiz: Love is in the air! Celebrate Valentine's Day with our romantic test! | 14 févr. 2025 | 00:07:41 | |
Today's the day you can expect flower prices to spike, restaurants to be full, and perhaps a couple pieces of chocolate. Yep, it's Valentine's Day, and Audrey puts Ryan, Emaad and all of you to the test about how much they know about the holiday. We hope you have a day full of love, romance and – people may forget - it’s about friendship, too! Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by Audrey Siek Photo and music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Eco Money: How are funds for conservation & climate action unlocked through nature bonds? Are the returns worth it? | 14 févr. 2025 | 00:14:28 | |
For many countries, debt burdens and lack of access to international capital are enormous hurdles to meeting their ambitious biodiversity and climate goals. With the latest launch of The Nature Conservancy's latest project in Ecuador late last year, the global conservation organisation now has six nature bond projects in implementation, and that’s expected to unlock approximately US$1 billion for conservation. On this episode of Eco Money, Melissa Garvey, Global Director for Nature Bonds at The Nature Conservancy shares her insights on how funds for conservation & climate action unlocked through nature bonds. Presented by: Audrey Siek See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Companies To Watch: Hershey - HOT or NOT? | 13 févr. 2025 | 00:08:20 | |
It’s that time of the year again, where roses, intimacy, and chocolates fill the air. Amid this surge in demand, you might be wondering, what’s the one stock that’s set to enjoy the benefits of love? Well it looks like Hershey’s getting a lot of kisses from its consumers, having been considered to be one of the fastest-growing companies in the world! Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they find out if love is in the air and if that’s enough to revive confidence in the Reese’s and Kit Kat maker’s share price after being beaten down by increasing cocoa prices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| US Markets Wrap: What are the technicals telling us as jump in big-name tech stocks like Nvidia, AppLovin & Tesla fuel market gains? Should investors be factoring in impact of tariffs? | 13 févr. 2025 | 00:08:40 | |
Mark Newton, CMT, Managing Director & Global Head of Technical Strategy at Fundstrat Global Advisors shares his insights on the bounce in tech names like Nvidia, AppLovin and Tesla; whether he is factoring in the impact of tariffs while approaching the market right now; as well as his takeaways from the hotter-than-expected CPI numbers. Presented by: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Climate Connections: How are climate change & human activities affecting soil quality & vice versa? | 13 févr. 2025 | 00:19:40 | |
The soil beneath our feet is often forgotten and sometimes thought to be limitless and indestructible. But in fact, soil is key to feeding people, and in preserving the planet we live in. However, data by the Food and Agricultural Organisation shows that over 33% of soils worldwide are already degraded, and if nothing is done to preserve it, a shocking 90% of the world’s soil will be degraded by 2050. On this episode of Climate Connections, Rattan Lal, Distinguished University Professor of Soil Science, The Ohio State University - shares the secrets of the humble soil, which he dedicated over five decades to study, and what can be done to conserve and restore this precious resource. Feature produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Bigger Pic: How fixed income investors should navigate higher-for-longer rates | 13 févr. 2025 | 00:06:34 | |
Maurice Meijers, Client Portfolio Manager, Fixed Income, at Robeco discusses what the hotter than expected round of January US Consumer Price Index numbers mean for the outlook for rates. He also shares how to navigate investing in fixed income with the various market uncertainties. Produced/presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Breakfast Bites: If you could give yourself a new name for a day, what would it be? | 13 févr. 2025 | 00:06:01 | |
What's in a name? Almost everything, apparently. When our parents bestowed this incredible gift upon us, little did they probably realize the impact it would have not just on how we perceive ourselves, but how wider society perceives us. On Get a Different Name Day, Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share the origin stories of their names and offer alternatives that they would tinker with if they had a chance to do it all over again.
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Audrey Siek Photo credit: Unsplash Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Mind Your Business: Make a million in a year | 13 févr. 2025 | 00:12:52 | |
Fundamentally, uniforms give members an identity. This is especially so in a corporate setting, where the colours and designs are often a symbol of how the company wants to be remembered. But sometimes, it’s not always well received among employees. Frank Yap, Founder, Apparel Empire joins The Breakfast Show to discuss how he is introducing a fresh new look on corporate uniforms today and the secret behind making his first million in just 1 year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| US Markets Wrap: US inflation heats up to 3% for first time since June | 13 févr. 2025 | 00:07:33 | |
Chris Weston, Head of Research at Pepperstone shares his insights on the latest hotter-than-expected CPI numbers, inflation expectations, as well as the effects tariffs might have. He also weighed in on key areas of investment opportunities that traders can potentially look at. Presented by: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Morning Shot: What can be done to stop tuition centres from appealing to parents' FOMO? | 13 févr. 2025 | 00:15:25 | |
During a recent parliamentary session, MP Liang Eng Hwa shared that he felt “very troubled” to see tuition centre staff members distributing flyers to parents outside a primary school in his constituency on the first day of school earlier this year. In response to that, the Ministry of Education says it is currently studying how to discourage tuition centres from using undesirable advertising practices. While many parents in Singapore spend a significant amount of money on sending their children to tuition classes, how critical or effective is tutoring? And are tuition centres playing to parents’ fear of missing out? On this episode of Morning Shot, Jason Tan, Associate Professor from the National Institute of Education’s Policy, Curriculum and Leadership Department shares his insights. Presented by: Audrey Siek See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Companies To Watch: Bubble tea companies - HOT or NOT? | 12 févr. 2025 | 00:07:22 | |
It’s a sweet treat that everyone loves, and the demand shows! What started as a classic school/office indulgence has grown into a passion that has created at least a half-dozen billionaires in China in the past few years. And that doesn’t seem to be slowing down amid news of Mixue’s Hong Kong IPO that is set to raise about $500 million, after Guming’s recent successful IPO that was priced at the top of the price range. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they find out what’s brewing in the bubble tea landscape, how much of an investment case there is for everyone’s favourite indulgence and if it pays to satisfy your sweet tooth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Bigger Pic: Crypto pump & dump schemes - what to watch out for | 12 févr. 2025 | 00:07:48 | |
Kim Grauer, Chief Economist at Chainalysis shares how prevalent cryptocurrency pump and dump schemes are, what signs to look out for, as well as what regulators can do to address concerns. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Mind Your Business: The playbook to navigating the ‘tech fog’ | 12 févr. 2025 | 00:09:55 | |
Characterized by hiring freezes, funding gaps, and layoffs, the ‘tech winter’ that we are familiar with has now evolved into what experts now term a ‘tech fog’. Marked by funding gaps and slower investment cycles, this new phase is widely expected to redefine the startup playbook. On this episode of Mind Your Business, The Breakfast Show invites Jecky Pelaez, Partner at Kickstart Ventures to discuss practical strategies businesses can employ, to ensure resilience and adaptability as they tide through this complex ‘tech fog’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Morning Shot: What does 'Muskification' bode for the US government? Will Trump and Musk’s close relationship be short-lived? | 12 févr. 2025 | 00:12:52 | |
For the very first time - Elon Musk, who is now a top advisor to US President Donald Trump, has just joined Trump in the Oval Office to take questions from the media. This comes as Trump signs a new executive order seeking to "significantly reduce the size of government" by instructing heads of federal departments and agencies to undertake plans for "large-scale reductions in force". In the first few weeks of Trump’s presidency, Musk has led an effort to dismantle federal agencies, buy out hundreds of thousands of federal workers from their jobs and take over payment systems within the Treasury Department and other agencies. This has sparked several lawsuits and pushback from Democratic lawmakers, state office holders and unions representing federal works. Unlike traditional government figures, Musk rarely holds news conferences or speaks to reporters, and instead opts to use his social media site, X to do so. What does 'Muskification' bode for the US government? On this episode of Morning Shot, Bryan DeAngelis, Partner & Head of Washington Office, Penta Group shares his insights. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| US Markets Wrap: Is Gold priced to perfection for a future inflation surge? | 12 févr. 2025 | 00:08:50 | |
In remarks before the Senate Banking Committee, Fed Chair Jerome Powell called the economy “strong overall” with a “solid” labor market and inflation that is easing but still above the Fed’s 2% goal. He also reiterated the central bank’s commitment to bringing inflation down and signaled that policymakers aren’t in a rush to get interest rates lower. Rick Polsinello, Senior Market Strategist at Franklin Templeton Institute shares his insights on Powell's latest comments on interest rates, where the Fed could be heading in coming days, whether companies are set to beat earnings expectations this quarter and if gold is priced to perfection for a future inflation surge. Presented by: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Companies To Watch: BYD - HOT or NOT? | 12 févr. 2025 | 00:08:02 | |
We’re 2 months into 2025 and BYD has yet again broken records. After its recent launch of a new driver-assistance software called ‘God’s Eye', shares of the EV maker soared to an all-time high of HKD$345, outperforming the world's largest electric vehicle-maker Tesla on the stock market. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they cruise through BYD’s latest revolutionary innovation and find out how this is set to shift dynamics in the automobile industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Breakfast Bites: Are you a hugger? Even a short cuddle can give you a boost! | 12 févr. 2025 | 00:06:09 | |
It’s Hug Day! If you are not the hugging type, that’s totally fine… but some of us (like me!) are big huggers who love to give and receive them. Apparently, besides brightening someone else’s day, there are also some actual health benefits of hugs! Audrey, Ryan and Emaad chat about these perks, different traditions around the world, and whether or not they’re huggers. Bring it in!
Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek Music and picture credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Breakfast Bites: Would you throw out a third of your favourite fruit? You probably do. | 11 févr. 2025 | 00:05:56 | |
What's the first thing you do when you prepare to eat a banana? You probably peel it. But should you? Research has shown that the peel of a banana, like that of many other fruits (apples, carrots, oranges, mangoes) is not only edible but contains nutrient-dense properties! Emaad and Audrey shed light on some of these properties as well as a few simple recipes you can try at home. Who knows, you might like it!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Audrey Siek Photo and music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Mind Your Business: Navigating the evolving role of CFO in today’s dynamic business environment | 11 févr. 2025 | 00:12:35 | |
Traditionally, the Chief Financial Officer’s role is predominantly focused on helping companies improve cash flow and profitability. But amid the monumental shift in the landscape of C-suites, today’s CFOs are increasingly being challenged to respond to a much broader definition of value. Christine Tan, Chief Financial Officer, APAC, Cytiva joins The Breakfast Show to discuss what’s driving the evolution of the role of a CFO, how they can overcome transition related barriers and successfully navigate complex challenges in today’s dynamic business environment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Bigger Pic: Impact of Trump’s latest tariffs on inflation and currencies | 11 févr. 2025 | 00:09:06 | |
From a 10% charge on all goods imported from China to a 25% on all goods entering from Canada and Mexico, US President Donald Trump had just added another one to his list: a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports! Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy, Asia at Mizuho Bank joins Dan Koh on the Bigger Picture to discuss the reactions and impact of Trump’s latest trade tariffs on markets and what it means for the currency market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Companies To Watch: DBS - HOT or NOT | 11 févr. 2025 | 00:07:58 | |
It’s one of the 3 biggest banks in Singapore, the largest bank in Southeast Asia by assets and among the largest banks in Asia, and was named Safest Bank in Asia for the 15th consecutive year by Global Finance. To call DBS’ exponential growth since its inception might even be an understatement. And it shows in their latest financial report card. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they make ‘cents’ of DBS’ stellar delivery of earnings for the Q4FY2024 and find out how they are rewarding shareholders and employees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Morning Shot: What could get more expensive under Trump's tariffs? | 11 févr. 2025 | 00:11:27 | |
Latest in a slew of Trump tariffs - a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States with no exceptions or exemptions. This comes just after the US introduced 10% tariffs on goods from China, which has hit back by announcing similar charges on some US products. Meanwhile, Trump has hit the pause button - for now, at least - on imposing tariffs against imports from US neighbours Canada and Mexico. EU goods could also face tariffs "pretty soon". What effects could these tariffs have on prices of goods? On this episode of Morning Shot, Sumit Agarwal, Professor of Finance, Economics and Real Estate, NUS Business School shares his insights. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| US Markets Wrap: Trump moves to raise steel and aluminum tariffs to 25%. How are US investors reacting to Trump's trade tariffs? Yay or Nay? | 10 févr. 2025 | 00:09:11 | |
Sevasti Balafas, CEO of GoalVest shares her insights on the latest response by investors to Trump's move to substantially raise tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, the market rotation from tech to defensive sectors, whether small and mid-cap growth names will continue to lead the charge in the emerging AI space, as well as latest employment and unemployment rates. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Bigger Pic: DBS earnings review, US Tariffs impact, Gold prices | 10 févr. 2025 | 00:07:31 | |
In one of the most anticipated news, DBS Group Holdings kicked off the banking trio earnings season with their Q4 2024 report card today. How should investors be reading the latest numbers? Dan Koh analyses the latest financial result with Daphne Tan, Director of Business Development, CMC Markets Singapore. Meanwhile, with Donald Trump potentially announcing new 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the US from Monday, they also discuss what you should be watching out for this week on the Trump tariff front, and if there is an investment case for gold amid the escalation of the trade war. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Mind Your Business: How AI is revolutionising the hearing aid world | 10 févr. 2025 | 00:14:56 | |
From fraud detection, risk assessment and instantaneous customer support, AI has become an integral part of our lives. And today, it is thanks to advancements in AI and the invention of deep neural networks technology that has led to the development of AI-powered hearing aids, fundamentally changing how people with hearing loss experience the world! Sharad Govil, CEO & Chief Audiologist, Amazing Hearing Group joins The Breakfast Show to share how AI is utilized in your hearing aids to address the issues of traditional hearing aids and what it is doing to personalise a user’s hearing experience over time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Breakfast Bites: Ever played pickleball? It's all the rage now! | 10 févr. 2025 | 00:05:09 | |
Have you played pickleball? It’s a fast paced game that combines tennis, badminton, and table tennis; played on a smaller court, with a plastic ball. Think of it as tennis’ more approachable, social cousin... even business deals are being closed over a game or two — so maybe it’s the new golf! Audrey and Emaad chat about the history of pickleball (Why is it called that??) and its benefits, and where to play here in Singapore.
Presented by Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek Music and picture credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Morning Shot: Where is Singapore going with its investments amid geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty? | 10 févr. 2025 | 00:14:10 | |
Singapore attracted some S$13.5 billion in fixed asset investment commitments in 2024 - a 6.3 per cent increase from the S$12.7 billion secured in 2023. These investment commitments are expected to create 18,700 jobs in the next five years across services, manufacturing, and R&D and innovation, and contribute S$23.5 billion in Value-Added per annum. New areas of growth highlighted in the report include artificial intelligence, precision medicine and the green economy. Meanwhile, EDB says it will partner existing players to transform, such as through working with global enterprises to harness AI, digitalisation and automation to improve productivity. On this episode of Morning Shot, Jillian Lim, Executive Vice President of the Economic Development Board shares her insights. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Companies To Watch: Google - HOT or NOT? | 09 févr. 2025 | 00:07:37 | |
When thinking about the world’s most valuable/powerful company, it’s hard not to include Google on the list. After all, it handles over 70% of online search requests worldwide! But just recently, shares of the world’s most visited website dropped more than 7% after the release of its latest financial report. Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar examine the latest figures driving the price of Alphabet and find out if a 30% growth rate is really all that bad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Bigger Pic: Previewing DBS earnings, US data | 07 févr. 2025 | 00:09:13 | |
Sean Teo, Sales Trader, Saxo previews some of the top data and earnings events coming up including quarterly reports from DBS, Shopify, McDonald's and Super Micro Computer as well as US inflation numbers. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| US Markets Wrap: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent wants to bypass the Fed to lower interest rates. Latest in US-China tariffs and Trump tax proposals and how markets are reacting | 07 févr. 2025 | 00:08:31 | |
Nadine Terman, CEO & CIO, Solstein Capital shares her insights on what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's intention to bypass the Fed to lower interest rates means for the markets, and latest market moves as various Trump tariffs come into play. She also unpacked the latest highlights on the tax run, coming on the back of President Trump's tax proposals. Presented by: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Mind Your Business: How GVT is bolstering Singapore's position as a key player in the global semiconductor supply chain | 07 févr. 2025 | 00:09:32 | |
With a predicted all time high sales of almost US$700 billion, 2025 is set to be a robust year for the semiconductor industry! So as the demand for AI applications skyrockets, one local company here is making a contribution in advancing semiconductor technology. In fact, Singapore-based and listed Grand Venture Technology is among the few select companies in Singapore equipped with cutting-edge capabilities in advanced 3D packaging to meet this explosive demand! Julian Ng, CEO and Executive Director, Grand Venture Technology joins The Breakfast Show to discuss how GVT is bolstering Singapore's position as a key player in the global semiconductor supply chain, and the trends set to shape this landscape moving forward See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Eco Money: What role does blended finance play in Southeast Asia’s fight against climate change? | 07 févr. 2025 | 00:13:05 | |
The UK government's development finance institution and impact investor, British International Investment (BII) recently launched Sustainable Asia Renewable Assets (SARA), a new renewable energy platform jointly formed alongside Dutch development bank FMO and European investment manager SUSI Partners. SARA is aiming to build a 500-megawatt portfolio of greenfield renewable energy projects across Southeast Asia. How important are such projects in driving capital to meet climate investment needs, and how can an innovative blended finance model help? On this episode of Eco Money, Srini Nagarajan, Managing Director & Head of Asia at British International Investment shares his insights. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Companies To Watch: Disney - HOT or NOT? | 07 févr. 2025 | 00:07:39 | |
For more than 100 years, Disney has been bringing magic to life and brought smiles to millions across the globe. And just recently, it’s enchanting investors with their latest financial results, having reported fiscal first-quarter earnings that beat on the top and bottom lines. But here’s the caveat, they’re also showing signs of declining streaming subscribers on their flagship streaming service, Disney+. Wander into the world of Moana and Marvel Superheroes with Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they find out what’s driving Disney’s latest numbers and if they’ve got any magical dust left in 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Breakfast Quiz: Rings, pre-nups & rituals, oh my! How much do you know about weddings? | 06 févr. 2025 | 00:07:33 | |
Calling all lovebirds: Nearly $7 billion will be spent on marriage and parenthood initiatives in financial year 2026, up from over $4 billion in 2020. In light of this, Emaad quizzes Ryan and Audrey on some interesting tidbits on wedding customs. Why do brides wear white gowns on their big day? Who started the trend of trading rings? You DO it; but do you know why? Play along!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Audrey Siek Photo and music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Bigger Pic: Impact of tariffs on Asean's growth | 06 févr. 2025 | 00:07:52 | |
Jason Kuan, CFA, Director, Investment Research and Advisory, Chief Investment Office, CIMB Singapore discusses how different Trump 2.0 will impact Asean's economic growth compared to his first term. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Mind Your Business: A deeper look into Google Singapore's Ben King's leadership journey | 06 févr. 2025 | 00:16:55 | |
On this episode of Mind Your Business, Ben King, Managing Director, Google Singapore and the APAC Agency at Google shares his unconventional journey from a media student turned cricket player to leading Google's Asia-Pacific initiatives. What has the past decade looked like for him as a leader in an ever-evolving tech industry and how is Google navigating the next phase of growth? Presented by: Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Morning Shot: Living with Diversity - Trust between racial groups improve, but stereotyping goes up | 06 févr. 2025 | 00:10:32 | |
Overall trust between racial groups in Singapore and appreciation for diversity have grown. That’s according to a recent study by the Institute of Policy Studies and racial harmony advocacy group OnePeople.sg, which also found a dip in reports of racial discrimination at work across the board compared with the previous study. However, stereotyping went up and an area of concern highlighted was the decline in cross-racial friendships from 2018 to 2024. On this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Mathew Mathews, Head of Social Lab & Principal Research Fellow at the Institute of Policy Studies shares more insights from the study. Presented by: Audrey Siek See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Breakfast Bites: Who likes working remotely? Top firms don't seem to like it. | 06 févr. 2025 | 00:06:30 | |
President Donald Trump has ordered U.S. federal workers back to the office by today (February 6th) - or, "you're fired"! We've also seen big companies like Amazon and JPMorgan scaling back remote work; with some employers claiming productivity and company culture both take a hit with working from home. But is there a case FOR remote work?
Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek Music and picture credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Companies To Watch: Spotify - HOT or NOT? | 05 févr. 2025 | 00:06:26 | |
It’s music to the ears for Spotify after the Swedish audio streaming platform posted another quarter of better-than-expected subscriber growth in the fourth quarter! In fact, it recorded its first-annual profit even despite two rounds of price increases in a little more than a year! Listen to Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they explore Spotify’s latest stellar numbers and if they can keep people listening this year and beyond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Bigger Pic: China retaliates against US tariffs | 05 févr. 2025 | 00:07:42 | |
Lee Kian Soon, CEO, Astral Asset Management, discusses whether it's time to take profit from Asian technology stocks with the potential risks around trade war escalations. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Breakfast Bites: How do you say Nutella? Is it NOU-tella, NEW-tella, or NUT-ella?!?! | 05 févr. 2025 | 00:05:28 | |
On World Nutella Day, Emaad, Ryan and Audrey talk about the origins of this delectable paste, its secret ingredient (hazelnuts, and the sheer volume of them that are used in each jar) and some strange controversies its maker, Ferrero has run into over the years!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced and Edited by Emaad Akhtar Music and picture credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Mind Your Business: Are Singapore banks doing enough to serve all? | 05 févr. 2025 | 00:14:36 | |
Did you know that according to a survey by GXS bank, 32% of Singaporeans still feel stressed to make a financial decision and 2 in 5 residents have unmet financial needs? That’s concerning given how we’ve got one of the most advanced financial sectors in the world! Jenn Ong Managing Director, Head of Retail, GXS Bank joins The Breakfast Show to discuss what banking means for everyday Singaporeans and how banks can step up to better serve their consumers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Morning Shot: What can be done to mitigate the risks of fallen trees, in light of more intense rainfalls? | 05 févr. 2025 | 00:11:00 | |
Recent incidents involving fallen trees, both around the region and in Singapore, have brought into focus the challenges behind managing trees, especially in light of intense rainfalls in recent months. With climate change driving changes in weather patterns, as well as the frequency and intensity of storms, on this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Shawn Lum, Senior Lecturer from the Asian School of the Environment at NTU shares his insights on what can be done in order to mitigate the risks. Presented by: Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| US Markets Wrap: Alphabet, AMD fail to inspire. Is 2025 a year to rotate away from tech? | 04 févr. 2025 | 00:07:17 | |
Matt Maley, Chief Market Strategist, Miller Tabak shares his insights on whether investors should rotate away from tech, coming on the back of Alphabet and AMD's lacklustre results; and sectors that are looking attractive. He also weighed in on what Trump's intention to drill more will do for oil majors. Presented by: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Companies To Watch: Nintendo - HOT or NOT? | 04 févr. 2025 | 00:06:48 | |
Mario, The Legend of Zelda, Pokemon… These are some of Nintendo's games that you’ve probably played or even heard of. But while they’ve been successful in putting smiles on the faces of their consumers for decades, investors aren’t grinning from the release of the Japanese video game giant’s annual net profit forecast. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they venture into the entertainment world of Nintendo and find out if the gaming giant will continue putting a smile on our faces. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||