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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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6:03

Breakfast Bites: Is "filial piety money" to your...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/20

Do you still give your parents a monthly allowance, or has “filial piety” evolved into something else? We unpack why nearly 70% of Singaporeans still give, but why younger generations are shifting toward lifestyle support, and what it really means to show care in today’s economy. Presented by Audrey Siek and Ryan Huang Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Music & Picture credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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8:34

Bigger Pic: S&P 7,000 vs. The Hormuz U-Turn

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/20

Just as global markets breached the historic 7,000 mark on a wave of ceasefire euphoria, the "geopolitical risk premium" has come roaring back. With Iran reversing its decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the fragile optimism of the past week is facing a stark reality check.Vasu Menon, Managing Director of Investment Strategy at OCBC, examines this collision of record-high valuations and escalating energy threats. He dives into the latest earnings season takeaways to see if corporate margins can

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14:01

Mind Your Business: How Jing Chan built sensibilities...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/20

Starting a fashion brand sounds glamorous, until you realise how much of it has nothing to do with design. Join The Breakfast Show as they speak with Jing Chan, founder of Sensibilities, about the misconceptions people have about starting a fashion label, and the lessons she’s learned building a business in a high-cost, highly competitive market like Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:52

Companies To Watch: PepsiCo starts 2026 strong as...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/20

PepsiCo has reported a strong start to 2026, beating expectations on revenue and earnings while maintaining its full-year guidance. Price cuts on key snack brands, stronger beverage trends, and a broader brand refresh helped improve volumes, especially in North America. In this episode of Companies to Watch, Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down PepsiCo’s latest earnings, the turnaround efforts shaping the business, and the risks still facing the company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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11:25

Morning Shot: Why the Middle East Conflict Is Forcing...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/20

The recent conflict in the Middle East has triggered fresh volatility in global energy markets, but beyond the immediate price shocks, it’s also exposing just how dependent modern economies remain on fragile, imported energy systems. For Singapore, where most of our electricity is generated from imported natural gas, the question isn’t just about costs, but about vulnerability. In this episode of Morning Shot, the Breakfast Show speaks with Jeffery Tan, Group General Counsel and Chief

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5:47

Breakfast Bites: Job references - Would you risk your...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/20

If a friend asked you to be their job reference… but you know they weren’t exactly a star employee. What would you do? We unpack real poll results, the pressure of protecting your “rice bowl” in Singapore’s tight job market, and the tricky balance between loyalty and credibility. Plus, practical ways to handle the situation without burning bridges or your reputation! Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Dan Koh Music credit:

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10:39

Bigger Pic: Do SMID stocks hold any value in today’s...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/17

Singapore’s small- and mid-cap (SMID) stocks are gaining renewed attention as market reforms, improving liquidity, and fresh institutional inflows begin to reshape the sector. But with oil prices rising, inflation risks lingering, and global uncertainty increasing, how should investors approach this space now? On The Bigger Picture, Dan Koh invites Andy Wong, Senior Equity Research Analyst at OCBC to discuss what’s really driving the sector, how macro risks like rising oil prices and

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13:04

Mind Your Business: Christabel Chua on converting...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/17

The creator economy has made it easier than ever to build an audience. But turning that audience into a real business is a very different challenge. In this episode of Mind Your Business, The Breakfast Show speaks with Christabel Chua, co-founder of Bridge & Bella, about her transition from content creator to brand builder and how she used her experience as a creator to build a product-led business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:11

Companies To Watch: Allbirds stock jumps over 400...

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2026/04/17

Allbirds has made a dramatic pivot from footwear to artificial intelligence, rebranding itself as NewBird AI and sending its stock soaring. After struggling with declining sales and selling off its core business, the company is now betting on AI compute infrastructure and GPU services. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down what’s driving the rally, the strategy behind the pivot, and whether this is a genuine turnaround story or a hype-driven move.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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11:39

Morning Shot: Can a Singapore Brand Stay Local...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/17

As businesses grapple with rising costs, more are shifting parts of their operations overseas to stay competitive. But when a homegrown brand like Tiger Beer moves production abroad, it raises a deeper question: what do we lose when things are no longer made here? Associate Professor Lau Kong Cheen, Head of the Marketing Programme at the Singapore University of Social Sciences’ (SUSS) School of Business joins the Breakfast Show to unpack whether rising costs are reshaping not just business

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7:46

Breakfast Quiz: Can you identify these iconic voices?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/17

No visuals, no hints… just voices. We celebrate World Voice Day with a fun, fast-paced quiz featuring some of the most recognisable voices of our time! Play along with us — how many can you get before the reveal? Tune in and test your ears! Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:03

US Markets Wrap: Are markets too complacent? Nasdaq,...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/16

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite are breaking records and riding massive win streaks, but is the market ignoring the risks right in front of it? Aninda Mitra, Head of Asia Macro and Investment Strategy at BNY Investments discusses a fascinating Wall Street session where the Nasdaq advanced 1.6% to hit 24,016 (marking an 11-day win streak) and the S&P 500 gained 0.8% to close at 7,023. While investors seem buoyed by hopes of a resolution to the Iran war, the Dow shed 72 points, reminding us

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9:23

Bigger Pic: After a record Q1, will global tensions...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/16

Singapore’s property investment market just posted its strongest first quarter on record — but rising geopolitical tensions could test that momentum. We speak withLeonard Tay, Head of Research, Knight Frank Singapore, on what’s driving the surge, where investors are placing bets, and whether global risks could derail the outlook. Produced and presented by Audrey SiekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:59

Companies To Watch: JPMorgan delivers strong earnings...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/16

JPMorgan has reported stronger-than-expected earnings, with profit rising and trading revenue hitting a record as market volatility boosted activity across Wall Street. Investment banking also rebounded, while consumer spending and loan growth remained resilient. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down JPMorgan’s latest results, what drove the quarter, and why Jamie Dimon is still warning about risks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:14

Morning Shot: How Southeast Asia Is Handling a More...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/16

For years, engaging the United States was seen as a way for Southeast Asia to secure stability and economic opportunity. But that assumption is now being tested. With tariffs, shifting alliances and a more unpredictable foreign policy under President Donald Trump, countries in the region are starting to reassess what engagement with Washington really means. In this episode of Morning Shot, we speak toKevin Chen, Associate Research Fellow with the US Programme at the Institute of Defence and

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5:14

Breakfast Bites: Job hopping - Is it the new norm?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/15

Staying at one company for 30 years used to be a norm, but times have certainly changed. We’re diving into the "Job Hopping" phenomenon—where a single move can net you a 20% pay bump compared to the usual 3% annual raise. We break down the "Sweet Spot" for switching, what Gen Z and Millennials are prioritising, and whether your resume looks like a career climber or a red flag. Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Music credit: Pixabay

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15:23

Mind Your Business: Outgrowing the Founder - How The...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/15

Every successful business starts with a founder wearing many hats, but true growth requires outgrowing the reliance on just one person.Reginald Koh, founder of The Financial Coconut, shares his journey from a solo operator at his dining table to a strategic systems-builder.He reveals his operational playbook for scaling a bootstrapped SME, from overcoming the media "personality trap" to systemizing creative quality and delegating daily control. Presented: Ryan Huang & Audrey SiekSee

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8:14

Bigger Pic: Energy Wars and the China Trade

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/15

The global balance of power is being rewritten not by weapons, but by energy. As oil shocks expose vulnerabilities across Europe and Asia, China appears to have quietly built a buffer through renewables, coal, and electrification, reducing its sensitivity to global supply disruptions.However, energy independence does not automatically translate into investor returns. Fierce domestic competition, government intervention, and structurally lower margins could cap upside even as China gains geopolitical

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9:19

Companies To Watch: Bloom Energy becomes a hidden...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/15

Bloom Energy’s stock has surged after expanding its partnership to supply power for AI data centers. As demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure grows, electricity has become a key bottleneck, and Bloom Energy’s fuel cell systems are emerging as a potential solution. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they investigate what’s driving the rally, the significance of the large-scale deployment, and whether Bloom Energy could become a major beneficiary of the AI boom.See

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9:53

Morning Shot: Why Singapore Is Acting Early With S$1...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/04/15

Singapore has rolled out close to S$1 billion in additional support for businesses and households, even as the full economic impact of the Middle East conflict has yet to show up in the data. But this isn’t just about immediate relief. The timing of the move is raising a deeper question: what are policymakers seeing ahead and why act now? In this episode of Morning Shot, we speak with Chua Yeow Hwee, Assistant Professor of Economics at Nanyang Technological University, to discuss the latest

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