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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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7:52

Companies To Watch: Japan Foods Holding struggles to...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/26

Established back in 1997, Japan Foods, the brains behind iconic restaurants like Ajisen Ramen and Fruit Paradise, had just reported their latest financial results and spoiler alert - consumers are spending less… Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they investigate what’s driving Japan Foods’ losses deeper during the recent quarter and how the Japanese restaurant chain hopes to execute its turnaround strategy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:45

Bigger Pic: Markets kick off week with another tariff...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/26

Mitul Kotecha, Head of Asia FX and Rates Strategy, Barclays discusses what to look out for in the week ahead, amid another U-turn on tariffs by US President Donald Trump. Last Friday, he had threatened to slap 50% tariffs on the European Union for what he saw as its indifference towards negotiating a trade deal. He changed his mind after a phone call on Sunday, pausing the hikes until July 9th. Kotecha also discusses how the Fed will be positioned for rate cuts with the next set of FOMC minutes due

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14:44

Mind Your Business: What you’re not taught about...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/26

We often treat childbirth education as a checklist—learn the stages of labor, pack the hospital bag, breathe. But what if the real preparation isn’t just physical, but emotional and relational? Explore the hidden gaps in how we prepare for one of life’s biggest transitions—and why both mums and dads deserve more than just basic instructions with the Breakfast Show as they speak to Rynette Joyce Tan, founder of 13Thirteen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:15

Breakfast Bites: When is it OK to touch a stranger??

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/26

You may have experienced touching or being touched by a stranger at some point in your life. But when is it ok to do so? Are there certain situations or circumstances that would justify coming into contact with someone you don't know? Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share their personal experiences and some expert insights. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by: Emaad Akhtar Edited by: Trisha Yeong Photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee

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8:42

Companies To Watch: Is BYD Europe’s new favourite EV?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/25

In a historical moment for Europe’s car market, BYD has officially overtaken Tesla in car sales, registering close to a 170% rise from last year. This pushes the Chinese car manufacturer into the top 10 brands by EV sales! How much higher can it go? Find out with Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they analyze the latest numbers driving BYD’s exponential growth in the EU market and what this means for Tesla going forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:58

Bigger Pic: What China tech earnings tell us about...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/23

Lee Kian Soon, CEO, Astral Asset Management discusses the key takeaways from the mixed bag of earnings from China's tech giants, and what they tell us about the state of the economyin view of April data showing Chinese retail sales came in below expectations, highlighting a continued lack of confidence among consumers. He also discusses Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's criticism of how US chip restrictions are backfiring. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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9:03

US Markets Wrap: Tax bill narrowly clears House,...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/23

Dilin Wu, Research Strategist, Pepperstone discusses the significance of US policy makers approver a bill - with tax cuts and increased military spending - estimated at nearly $4 trillion. She also reviews the opportunities in the Hang Seng Index and Gold. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image by Qimono via PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:51

Breakfast Quiz: From monkeys to otters - here’s a...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/23

This week’s Breakfast Quiz is pegged to the news story you must have seen this week out of Punggol: wild macaques breaking into some homes, causing some chaos with 200 complaints so far. So today - we are playing a quiz called “Wait, What Animal?!” - all about strange animal sightings in Singapore. What have YOU encountered yourself?? Presented by: Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang Produced and Edited by: Audrey Siek Photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee

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16:04

Mind Your Business: The most overlooked thing in your...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/23

It’s one of the most used—and most overlooked—features in your kitchen. From scrubbing pans to prepping meals, the humble sink does it all… but how often do we really think about what makes a good one? Vinay Asdhir, Co-founder, Zuhne joins the Breakfast Show to explore how durability, design, and affordability can actually coexist in a high-quality product, and why the sink might just be the silent centerpiece of your kitchen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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7:30

Companies To Watch: HSBC downgrades UnitedHealth....

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/22

What started out as a competitive edge that gave UnitedHealth an unstoppable upward trajectory in its stock price has become its very liability. From the surge of medical costs to political scrutiny, it looks like the series of setbacks is starting to waver the health behemoth’s dominance. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they investigate the allegations of UnitedHealth making secret payments to nursing homes in order to cut costs and what it might take to reinvigorate hope into its stock that

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7:25

Bigger Pic: Singapore keeps 2025 growth forecast at...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/22

Barnabas Gan, Group Chief Economist & Head of Market Research, RHB Bankdiscusses Singapore keeping its economic growth forecast for 2025 at zero per cent to 2 per cent, while noting that the external demand outlook for the rest of the year has “improved slightly”, given the tariff truces that have de-escalated global trade tensions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:27

Breakfast Bites: Here's why gardening can help you...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/22

Sometimes, going back to our roots is the best way to recharge and re-energize. There's perhaps no better example of this than spending more time in that back yard (if you have one) and indulging in some gardening. In fact science suggests that having a green thumb can help you live better for longer. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey tell you more. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by: Emaad Akhtar Edited by: Trisha Yeong Photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of

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9:22

Companies To Watch: Is Chanel losing its shine?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/22

Since its founding in 1909, Chanel has evolved into one of the most recognizable brands worldwide, responsible for creating top-quality designer handbags, accessories, clothing. But in the face of Trump’s tariff war, how is the flap bag maker faring? Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they take a deep look into Chanel’s latest earnings report card, which revealed a significant drop in sales across the board. They also find out if the powerhouse fashion brand’s newly appointed artistic

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9:56

Bigger Pic: Remove watchlist, streamline rules to...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/21

More ideas have been laid out to revive the Singapore Exchange by market regulators, as part of the ongoing bid by the Equities Market Review Group to attract IPOs and boost investor interest. Among these, the MAS is proposing for disclosure requirements to be simplified to make the listing process easier and help firms provide more relevant information to investors. Concurrently, SGX RegCo is considering doing away with the financial watch list, after feedback that it has unintended negative

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15:29

Mind Your Business: How attackers are outsmarting...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/21

In today’s cyber battlefield, the front lines have shifted—from hardened networks and firewalls to something far more vulnerable: people. The 2025 Global Threat Report from cybersecurity leader CrowdStrike reveals a stark new reality: humans are now the primary targets in the evolving landscape of cybercrime. In this episode of Mind Your Business, Fabio Fratucello, Field CTO, World Wide at CrowdStrike, to unpack the major findings from the report and how companies and individuals alike

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6:39

Breakfast Bites: Matcha, Bubble, Bulletproof - Enjoy...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/21

Today’s the perfect excuse to put the kettle on — because it’s International Tea Day! Some of us might think of tea as just your morning pick-me-up or that soothing cup before bed, but tea is more than just a beverage. It’s a drink with history, culture and has had large economic implications on the entire world. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad chat about their favourite teas, famous IPOs, and how different cultures enjoy it. Presented by: Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar

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8:03

Companies To Watch: Is CATL a no brainer buy?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/20

Despite being blacklisted by the Pentagon and facing significant headwinds from Trump's tariff trade war, that hasn’t stopped Contemporary Amperex Technology from wrapping up the world’s biggest listing this year by raising $4.6 billion. And some analysts have even called it a ‘no brainer buy’... Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they dive deep into the world of electric vehicles, analyzing what’s driving strong confidence in the world’s biggest producer of

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10:00

Bigger Pic: Singapore bracing for tariff-fueled slowdown

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/20

Song Seng Wun, Singapore Economic Advisor, CGS International discusses how optimistic the outlook following signs of US-China trade tensions easing. He examines the latest update from the Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce, including the potential impact of sector-specific tariffs on pharmaceuticals and semiconductors. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:08

Morning Shot: Leadership Transitions at Work: How to...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/20

When a new boss takes over, even the most high-performing teams can feel off balance. Employees often find themselves second-guessing how to communicate, how to prove their value, or how to align with a different leadership style. On the other hand, new managers face their own set of challenges, from building trust quickly to navigating a team culture they didn’t create. So how can both sides manage this common but tricky transition more smoothly? This morning, we take a closer look at what

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9:57

Companies To Watch: Can SIA’s share price continue to...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/05/20

Wouldn’t it be nice to be rewarded with a more than 7 months bonus 2 years in a row? Lucky for Singapore Airlines’ employees, that’s a benefit well deserved after the company reported yet another year of strong earnings results! Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they take a tour of SIA’s financial report card to find out what’s driving the generosity of the airline and what analysts are forecasting for its share price performance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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