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Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

Get a head start to your work day with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6am to 9am. Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

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9:27

US Markets Wrap: Oct layoffs hit 22-year high,...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/07

Todd Rabold, Investment Management Partner, Callan Family Office, discusses the market's pullback and ongoing concerns about high valuations in the AI space; what a 22-year high for layoffs in October could mean for Fed policy; the Supreme Court's hearing on the legality of trade tariffs; and his overall outlook through year-end. Produced & Presented by: Emaad AkhtarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:27

Breakfast Quiz: Can you guess the wordsmiths behind...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/07

We all love to read or share a famous quote or two occasionally when we're seeking some inspiration. Sometimes we know whom these sayings are attributed to, and sometimes not (other times, we may guess based on hearsay). On today's Breakfast Quiz, Emaad puts Audrey to the test. Who said it? Listen in, play along and find out! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee

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10:19

Bigger Pic: What’s next for tech, jobs and Singapore...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/07

From a sharp tech sell-off and an unexpected drop in US private jobs to mixed results at Singapore’s big banks and the STI hitting fresh highs, investors face a lot of moving parts. Dan Koh hosts Abhilash Narayan, Investment Strategist at HSBC Private Banking, for a deep dive into valuation pressures, economic signals, what Singapore’s latest trio of banks' earnings results tell us about the economy, what’s behind the STI’s record highs, and how global investors should

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10:57

Mind Your Business: The AI engine powering the next...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/07

With more than 3 billion players worldwide, gaming is evolving into a creator-driven economy. But what happens when AI thinks like a game developer? The Breakfast Show invites Pavel Bains, CEO of Ambitionz to discuss how AI tools like Cipher are making it possible for anyone to build and monetise their own games and what that means for Asia’s fast-growing digital market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:00

Companies To Watch: Can McDonald’s still deliver...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/07

From millet burgers to blank Happy Meals and a zesty tom-yum burger, McDonald’s is shaking up its menu, and investors are wondering if it can still serve growth with a side of profits. Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar dig into the fast-food giant’s latest results, value-meal strategy, and global expansion plans. The world’s biggest burger chain may still be flipping patties — but can it keep flipping earnings too?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:03

US Markets Wrap: Tariffs, Tech and Turbulence:...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/06

U.S. equities bounced back midweek as investors cheered signs that the Supreme Court may be open to reining in former President Trump’s sweeping tariffs. Hopes of a rollback boosted trade-exposed sectors while chipmakers like AMD led a rebound in the AI complex after a bout of valuation jitters. However,with the government shutdown now the longest in U.S. history and key federal programs grinding to a halt, the question is whether this market resilience can last. Alex Morris, CEO of F/m

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6:32

Breakfast Bites: Airbnb property damage - what's the...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/06

Let's say you're all ready to enjoy a wonderful stay at your Airbnb.And you walk in to find some cracks in the walls. Or halfway through your stay, you mistakenly spill some red wine on the owner's plush white carpets. Whether it's pre-existing or unintentional damage, accidents do happen. So the question is, how can you handle them in the best way possible? Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share some expert tips that can help you navigate this process without (hopefully) too many headaches! Presented by

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15:16

Mind Your Business: Building a business that feeds...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/06

Behind every “healthy” brand is a real business model, one that needs to survive costs, competition, and changing tastes. The Breakfast Show invites Cynthea Lam, Founder of Super Farmers, to share how she manages innovation, pricing, and diversification in Singapore’s crowded wellness space, and why simplicity remains her most powerful strategy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:41

Companies To Watch: Coliwoo and the Singapore...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/06

From a packed rental market, 90-plus percent occupancy, and to a fresh SGX listing, Coliwoo is taking Singapore’s co-living story public. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down the IPO, the demand drivers keeping beds full, and the milestones that will make or break the stock.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:45

Bigger Pic: From Mega-Caps to Asia’s Momentum - The...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/05

With U.S. tech giants showing signs of fatigue and Asia’s growth stories regaining investor attention, is a global equity rotation finally taking shape? Aadil Eebrahim, Global Head of Equities at Klay Group, breaks down the shifting market dynamics, Japan’s renewed momentum, and the thematic trends shaping portfolios for the year ahead. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

US Markets Wrap: AI Stocks Stumble - Is the Bull Run...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/05

Markets took a sharp turn lower on Tuesday, with AI heavyweights such as Palantir and Nvidia dragging the broader indices down. The S&P 500 slipped 1.2%, the Nasdaq tumbled 2%, and even gold and crypto were not spared in the risk-off move. With investors increasingly worried about stretched valuations in market leaders and headlines of Michael Burry shorting Nvidia, are we seeing the first cracks in the bull market’s AI-led momentum? Chris Weston, Head of Research at Pepperstone, joins us

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12:38

Mind Your Business: How to stay secure in a quantum...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/05

Quantum breakthroughs are rewriting the future of cybersecurity, but are businesses ready? The Breakfast Show speaks with Kevin Bocek, Senior Vice President of Innovation at CyberArk, to unpack how machine identities are transforming security, why Asia is especially vulnerable, and what leaders can do today to prepare for the coming quantum age.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:11

Breakfast Bites: Step aside, quiet quitting. There's...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/05

We’ve talked about a lot of different workplace trends going on lately, like “quiet quitting” or “rage applying”. But now, we’re talking about a new trend called “The Big Stay", which means... people don't want to leave their jobs! According to a new survey by Robert Walters Singapore, 81% of professionals here say fears around job security are stopping them from moving jobs, even if the grass looks greener elsewhere. Audrey, Emaad and Ryan chat about

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11:09

Companies To Watch: Can SM Entertainment hit the...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/05

K-pop might be getting its biggest encore yet. Seoul and Beijing’s new content-exchange deal has investors tuning in again, and SM Entertainment is centre stage. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang dive into why SM is the market’s purest China-sensitivity play, how its Tencent link could open mainland doors, and why backstage drama, from EXO’s CBX dispute to the Kakao saga, might still steal the spotlight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:52

Breakfast Special: Inside The Singapore FinTech...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/05

As the Singapore FinTech Festival returns for 2025, the industry stands at a crossroads where AI is transforming how we bank and invest, digital assets are gaining mainstream traction, and sustainability is reshaping what it means to innovate responsibly. Kenneth Gay, Chief FinTech Officer at the Monetary Authority of Singapore, joins us for a behind-the-scenes look at what to expect this year, from the big themes driving FinTech’s next chapter to how Singapore is charting its path as a global

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8:56

Bigger Pic: SG-Mongolia direct flights take off - but...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/04

If you've ever harboured ambitions of travelling to Mongolia but were put off by the prospect of a cumbersome journey, here's some good news. With effect from today (Nov 4), Singapore is launching a twice-weekly non-stop service to Ulaanbaatar, the Mongolian capital. It has been branded a strategic move to bolster trade, tourism and business ties between the two countries, and gives Singaporeans a chance to explore another exotic destination. Brendan Sobie,Independent Analyst & Consultant, Sobie

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12:17

Mind Your Business: What businesses can learn from...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/04

Cross-border flows are rising, but so are the complexities. And with trade, travel, and digital transactions surging across ASEAN, what must businesses know to thrive? The Breakfast Show sits down with Chong Wee Yeat, Head of Global Banking at Maybank Singapore, to unpack what SMEs and leaders should know about financing expansion, managing risk, and navigating ASEAN’s increasingly connected financial landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:39

Breakfast Bites: Throat singing and beyond - Discover...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/04

Want to discover Mongolia, or maybe you were thinking about visiting for the first time? It just got easier for us, as the Breakfast Show marks the launch of MIAT Mongolian Airlines' direct flights from Singapore to Ulaanbaatar. Emaad and Audrey explore fun facts about the world’s vast, sparsely populated land of nomads, epic history, and yes... throat singing! Presented by Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its

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9:24

Companies To Watch: Is Sheng Siong a steady bet for...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/04

In the heart of Singapore’s neighbourhoods, a local supermarket chain is quietly delivering strong results, store-count up, profits up, and grocery demand holding firm. Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar dive into Sheng Siong’s latest numbers, what they reveal about Singapore consumers, and whether this house-hold name is worth keeping in your portfolio as tides shift in retail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:20

Morning Shot: How Singaporeans Are Redefining Their...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/04

Homeownership remains a cornerstone of the Singapore dream — 93% of respondents in ERA’s latestMy Dream Home Survey 2025, conducted with Ngee Ann Polytechnic, still see owning a home as a key life milestone, even amid higher prices and tighter lending rules. Eugene Lim, Key Executive Officer of ERA Singapore, joins the Breakfast Show to unpack the survey findings and discuss how these shifting mindsets are reshaping housing choices, and what they reveal about the future of homeownership

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