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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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7:16

Breakfast Bites: Is owning a car in Singapore a...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/16

Annually, Singapore tops yet another global list for being the most expensive place in the world to own a car. With COEs hitting new highs, a typical family car easily costs up to S$250,000 to maintain. We ask the big question: is a car here a luxury… or something families actually need? We break down the numbers, compare global habits, and debate whether policies should make it easier for families to own their first car. Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced by

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14:56

Mind Your Business: AI On Your Own Terms - Balancing...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/16

With Singapore reinforcing its AI ambitions in Budget 2026, questions around data control and digital independence are intensifying. Accenture joins The Breakfast Show to unpack sovereign AI, hybrid cloud models and what enterprises must do to remain competitive and resilient.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:43

Budget 2026 Roundtable: What’s the Most Underrated...

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2026/03/14

Budget 2026 includes measures aimed at helping Singapore companies venture overseas, as policymakers encourage businesses to look beyond the domestic market for their next phase of growth. But in an uncertain global environment, how much appetite is there for regional expansion and are firms truly ready to take that step? Ryan Huang moderates a panel with Shawn Huang, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Finance & Manpower, Lee Sze Yeng, Managing Partner, KPMG in Singapore, Ang Yuit, President at

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10:56

Budget 2026 Roundtable: Can Singapore Raise Wages...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/14

Budget 2026 continues Singapore’s push to uplift wages and strengthen the local workforce, including raising the Local Qualifying Salary from S$1,600 to S$1,800 and tightening salary thresholds for Employment Pass and S Pass holders. The move reflects a broader effort to upgrade jobs and lift incomes while keeping Singapore competitive as a global business hub. But as hiring costs rise, businesses are weighing the implications. Are SMEs feeling the squeeze as wage floors move up? Ryan Huang

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9:30

Budget 2026 Roundtable: Is Singapore Ready for the AI...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/13

Artificial intelligence sits at the heart of Budget 2026, with new AI missions aimed at accelerating adoption across Singapore’s economy the establishment of a new National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Council chaired by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong to drive the nation’s AI agenda. But translating ambition into real change raises practical questions. How can policymakers ensure AI adoption does not end up concentrated among large corporations? And as companies integrate AI into core

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12:23

US Markets Wrap: Options Markets Signal Rising Iran Risk

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/13

Chris Weston, Head of Research, Pepperstone, shares his thoughts on whether the market has shifted its timeline for the duration of the Iran war; the implications of equity markets rotating into defensive plays; the sectors most vulnerable to margin pressures should oil prices remain elevated; and why gold hasn't rallied despite the geopolitical risks. Produced & Presented by: Emaad AkhtarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:22

Breakfast Special: “Welcome Home”: A Singaporean...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/13

As tensions escalated across the Gulf region, some Singaporeans living there suddenly found themselves facing missile alerts, airspace closures and uncertain routes home. With commercial flights disrupted, the Singapore Government activated evacuation efforts, including a Republic of Singapore Air Force aircraft flown into Riyadh to bring Singaporeans safely back. Among the passengers were Nisar Keshvani, Assistant Dean, Communications and Public Affairs, Northwestern University in Qatar and his

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6:29

Breakfast Bites: World Sleep Day - 5 myths that might...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/13

Think you’ve “trained” your body to survive on five hours of sleep? Or that you can catch up on lost rest over the weekend? This World Sleep Day, Audrey and Emaad bust some of the most common sleep myths — from sleeping with the TV on to lying awake in bed. With Singaporeans among the most sleep-deprived in the world, we look at what the science actually says! Presented by Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Music credit: Pixabay

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8:53

Morning Shot: As Condos Age, Who Pays for the Repairs?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/13

More than 1,000 private residential developments in Singapore are now over 30 years old, raising urgent questions about how ageing condominiums should fund major repairs and upgrades. The Government is reviewing the Building (Strata Management) Act, with proposals that include lowering approval thresholds for essential works, requiring training for management council members, and potentially co-funding lift upgrades. While many residents and managing agents welcome the changes, concerns remain about

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10:30

Bigger Pic: Why Cruise Lines Are Betting on Singapore

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/12

On the Bigger Picture, Sarah Stanley, Travel Journalist, The Straits Timestalks about her experience on the Disney Adventure cruise in Singapore (the company's first foray into the Southeast Asian market), whether it enhances the Little Red Dot's push to become a premier cruise destination, and challenges the industry may face in attempting to achieve this objective Produced & Presented by: Emaad AkhtarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:22

Breakfast Quiz: How good is your general knowledge of...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/12

It isn't a surprise that all eyes have been glued to the continuous flow of headlines emanating from the Middle East of late. But how good is your general knowledge of the region? Emaad tests Ryan on populations, capital cities, intergovernmental organizations and more! Play along! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:29

Budget 2026 Roundtable: A month in, what’s actually...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/12

It has been about a month since Budget 2026 was delivered and the Committee of Supply debates have wrapped up. But beyond the headline measures, what are the early signals emerging for businesses, workers and the broader economy?Ryan Huang moderates a panel with Shawn Huang, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Finance & Manpower, Lee Sze Yeng, Managing Partner, KPMG in Singapore, Ang Yuit, President at ASME, and Max Loh, Vice-Chair, Singapore Institute of Directors. From workforce upskilling and

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9:17

US Markets Wrap: Oil Surges Even as the IEA Opens the...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/12

Oil prices surged even after the International Energy Agency announced its largest-ever release of strategic reserves.The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell as investors weighed the economic fallout from thedisruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. Michele Schneider, Chief Strategist, MarketGauge Group discusses how transport stocks could signal deeper economic stress. She also explores whetherwith inflation cooling but energy rising, could the Federal Reserve face a new policy dilemma

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12:22

Morning Shot: Are Tuition Centres Overselling Success?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/12

Tuition is now a $1.8 billion industry in Singapore fuelled by parental anxiety and an increasingly competitive education landscape. But when centres advertise “90% distinctions” or “ex-MOE teachers”, how much context are parents actually getting? The Ministry of Education is working with the advertising industry to develop a code of conduct aimed at curbing questionable marketing practices in the sector. Could a standardised disclosure panel raise transparency without

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5:30

Breakfast Bites: "Sleep divorce" - why are some...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/11

The practice of married couples sleeping in separate rooms isn’t new, but it’s being discussed more frequently today. Some couples in Singapore are also experimenting with what’s known as a “sleep divorce” — choosing to sleep apart to improve sleep quality and, in turn, reduce potential tensions that can arise between partners. A 2025 survey found that 49 percent of Singaporean respondents have tried sleeping separately from their partners, and 64 percent of them

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7:49

Bigger Pic: China’s Growth Target Meets Rising...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/11

China has set a 4.5 to 5 percent growth target at this year’s National People’s Congress, signaling a more pragmatic approach as the world’s second largest economy grapples with weak demand, property stress and deflationary pressures. At the same time, escalating tensions around Iran are raising questions about energy security, trade routes and the broader balance of power between China and the United States. Alicia García-Herrero, Chief Economist for Asia Pacific at Natixis

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14:20

Mind Your Business: Can a 40 year old snack still win...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/11

How does a pineapple tart brand stay relevant beyond Chinese New Year? Adrian and Gordon Ang of Kele join the Breakfast Show to share how they transformed a family confectionery into a recognised Singapore Heritage Brand through rebranding, premium positioning, e-commerce strategy and cross-generational collaborations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:42

Breakfast Bites: Is it smart to take on...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/10

It's appraisal time. Your performance for the year is about to be scrutinised. You might be thinking: should I take on more high-visibility tasks to give myself a higher chance of being promoted? That's the question we explore on today's Breakfast Bites. Emaad and Ryan share the experts' views on why employees choose this path as well as some drawbacks of doing so, including the risk of a widening gap between perceived and demonstrated performance. Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang

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11:28

Mind Your Business: How SMEs can cut costs and carbon...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/10

Diesel generators still power events, construction sites and mobile operations across Singapore, but carbon pricing is starting to change the cost model. Colin Peh, Founder of GoRental SG joins The Breakfast Show to explain what businesses get wrong about clean energy adoption, why storage matters as Singapore targets 3 GWp of solar by 2030, and how SMEs can think practically about grants and green financing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:12

Morning Shot: Deliveroo’s Exit - The End of Cheap...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/03/10

Deliveroo’s decision to exit Singapore has sparked concerns about higher delivery fees, fewer choices for consumers, and weaker bargaining power for riders and F&B operators. But is this really about one company leaving or is it a broader reset of Singapore’s convenience economy? Sumit Agarwal, Low Tuck Kwong Distinguished Professor of Finance, Economics and Real Estate at the National University of Singapore Business School, joins the Breakfast Show to unpack whether

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