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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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12:35

Companies To Watch: Can Chagee brew long-term growth?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/15

In China’s booming “new-style tea” market, one brand has gone from zero to more than 7,000 stores in under a decade. Chagee, now trading on the Nasdaq under ticker CHA, made headlines with a blockbuster IPO earlier this year, but only to see its shares cool from the highs. What does this say about the company’s growth model, its overseas push, and whether investors should still have it on their watchlist? Dan Koh and Ryan Huang sip on Chagee’s rise, the numbers behind

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11:45

Morning Shot: Vers and the Lease Reality - What It...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/15

Singapore’s public housing model rests on a simple but often overlooked fact: HDB flats come with 99-year leases that eventually run down to zero. With the Voluntary Early Redevelopment Scheme (Vers) set to roll out in the coming years, homeowners will need to grapple with what that really means for flat values, compensation, and the future of ageing towns. How compensation is structured, how precincts are chosen, and how expectations are managed will shape whether the scheme strikes the right

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5:51

Breakfast Bites: How do you talk to your kids about...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/14

In this day and age, we are all surrounded by the news – and a lot of it is not pleasant. So what do you say when your child looks up at you and asks about some scary news they’ve just heard? How do you even begin to explain that to kids? Experts say it’s less about hiding the news, and more about how we guide them through it. Audrey and Ryan go through some expert tips on how to tackle this issue. Presented by Audrey Siek and Ryan Huang Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha

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10:41

Bigger Pic: What Indonesia’s banking strains and...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/12

Indonesia’s protests over inequality and lawmakers’ perks have rattled investors, triggered capital outflows, and pressured the rupiah. With the sudden removal of Finance Minister Sri Mulyani, questions loom over fiscal credibility and banking stability. Dan Koh speaks with Rena Kwok, Senior Credit Analyst, Asian Financials, Bloomberg Intelligence to unpack the risks for markets, the currency, and Indonesian banks for the rest of 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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9:36

Mind Your Business: From counterfeit crisis to...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/12

Counterfeiting is more than fake handbags on the street corner. It’s a global shadow economy worth hundreds of billions of dollars, touching everything from cosmetics and healthcare to electronics and automotive parts. It erodes brand value, costs companies revenue, and in some cases, endangers lives. The Breakshow sits down with GuanKai Ng, Co-founder and Director of Business Development at Nabcore to uncover his remarkable journey: from falling ill after unknowingly consuming counterfeit

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9:01

Companies To Watch: Chipotle’s big leap into Asia and...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/12

Chipotle Mexican Grill has long been a Wall Street favorite, but with rising costs, lowered projections, and a stock nearly 40% off its highs, investors are asking: is this still a growth story? Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they unpack Chipotle’s latest expansion into Asia, its bold restaurant targets, menu innovations, and the challenges weighing on its valuation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:48

Breakfast Quiz: Show me the money! Do you know these...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/11

Over the years, money, Wall Street, and investing have made it to the big screen! Many blockbusters have captured the attention and love of the audience; some of them based on true stories and real events. So how well do you know these iconic movie quotes, movie plots and actors? Play along at home and let us know how well you do at today’s test! Presented by Audrey Siek and Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented

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9:48

Bigger Pic: How retailers are turning to AI to...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/11

When we think of innovation and AI, our minds usually go to tech firms. But it has been transforming the marketing and retail space; with tools improving product descriptions, personalization and experience. Gavin Watson, Senior Industry Lead at Monday.com, shares how retailers are now turning to these tools to not only boost customer experience, but drive growth and sales. Produced and presented by Audrey SiekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:38

Breakfast Bites: 6 mistakes that might land you in...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/11

Earlier this year, the Breakfast crew shared 5 things to avoid if you don't want to pay a visit to the emergency room. Now it's time for a second round of warnings from medical doctors. They might be focused on U.S.-based cases, but can still be applicable to us here on our little red dot! Have a listen! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener

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10:24

Companies To Watch: Qualcomm stock outlook with BMW...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/11

Qualcomm may be best known for the chips powering our smartphones, but the company is rapidly reinventing itself. From hands-free driving with BMW to multimodal AI partnerships with Google Cloud, and even a $2.4 billion acquisition in the data-center space, Qualcomm is pushing far beyond mobile. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they break down Qualcomm’s latest collaboration with BMW, the outlook for its automotive and AI businesses, and what Wall Street thinks about its stock.See

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10:47

Bigger pic: China’s trade slowdown, Japan’s political...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/10

From China’s weaker-than-expected export growth to Japan’s surprise leadership shake-up, this week’s market headlines are keeping investors on their toes. With U.S. stock valuations at dizzying highs and whispers of Fed rate cuts ahead, could Asia be the next big opportunity for global capital flows? Dan Koh unpacks it all with Martin Hennecke, Head of Asia and Middle East Investment Advisory, St James’ Place as they dive into China’s rallying stock market,

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15:05

Mind Your Business: Eradicating poverty through...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/10

Southeast Asia is known for its booming startups and billion-dollar unicorns. But behind the growth story lies a quieter truth. Millions across the region still face poverty, and even in Singapore, one in four live in relative poverty, cut off from opportunities many take for granted. Traditional aid and microloans have tried to bridge the gap, but too often they fail to deliver lasting change. Join the Breakfast Show as they sit down with Raymond Gabriel, Co-founder and Executive Director of People

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9:52

Companies To Watch: Can the iPhone Air lift Apple’s...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/10

Apple’s widely anticipated ‘Awe Dropping’ event is finally here and it features a long list of products that consumers can look forward to. From a notably slimmer phone to a smartwatch that features new ways to track sleep and alert wearers of possible hypertension, one question remains: Are consumers and investors buying it? Find out with Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they explore Apple’s latest arsenal of smart gadgets and whether they’re enough to keep the tech giant on

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12:28

Morning Shot: Should Cyber Insurance Be Essential for...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/10

Cyber threats are escalating, and SMEs are finding themselves increasingly in the firing line, from phishing and ransomware to costly business email compromise. Yet a QBE survey shows fewer than 4 in 10 SMEs in Singapore carry cyber insurance, with many citing cost or doubts about relevance. The real challenge is understanding what’s at stake: the financial risks of downtime, how coverage fits alongside basic cyber hygiene, and whether insurance should be treated as core to risk management

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6:00

Breakfast Bites: We all see the posts… How are Gen Zs...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/10

Have you ever opened Instagram and wondered: How on earth are Gen Zs affording all these luxury trips? We’ve seen floating breakfasts in Bali, infinity pools in Dubai, drone shots in the Maldives… all treats for some 20-somethings we see on social media. Well… spoiler alert: many aren’t affording it. At least, not in the way you think. Audrey and Emaad unpack the secrets of this business-savvy generation, and how sometimes “fake luxury” can actually pay off.

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14:54

Mind Your Business: How Agentic AI is redefining...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/09

AI is everywhere in today’s business landscape, powering chatbots, crunching data, and automating tasks. But for all its promise, many organisations are still struggling to turn AI into real results. That’s where the next wave comes in: Agentic AI, a shift from tools that assist to agents that act. The Breakfast Show invites Sandeep Bhargava, Senior Vice President, Global Services and Solutions, Public Cloud Business Unit at Rackspace Technology, to unpack what Agentic AI really means,

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6:16

Breakfast Bites: Study links intermittent fasting...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/09

Intermittent fasting has been popularized the world over thanks to its purported health benefits, which have been supported by science. However, a new study has raised some few alarm bells, after it found a link between time-restricted eating and a higher risk of cardiovascular complications. Have a listen! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo credit: Pexels & its talented community of contributors Music credit: Pixabay & its

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11:59

Bigger Pic: Why 40% of Singaporeans say travel is a...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/09

It's no secret that Singaporeans love to travel. But you might be surprised to hear that - according to findings from a recent survey co-commissioned by global travel app, Skyscanner and digital bank, Trust Bank - 40% of us believe saving for overseas trips is more important than other financial goals. Why is that so? Cyndi Hui, Travel Trends & Destination Expert, Skyscanner, tells us more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:48

Companies To Watch: Can Volkswagen keep its lead in...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/09

Volkswagen has long defined luxury and performance with brands like Bugatti, Bentley, Porsche, and Audi. But now, the German auto giant is making a bold pivot: chasing the entry-level EV market with a lineup of affordable electric small cars. But can this strategy offset Chinese competition, trade headwinds, and the pressure on Porsche’s performance? Dan Koh and Audrey Siek find out if Volkswagen can reinvent itself fast enough to thrive in the new EV era.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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10:46

Bigger pic: How China’s export numbers and the Fed’s...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/08

The world’s two largest economies may have hit pause on their trade war, but the truce is fragile, and the data rolling out this week could tell us just how shaky things really are. In light of China’s August trade and inflation numbers and the all-important Fed meeting, where a rate cut now looks more likely than ever, what does this all mean for markets, from bond yields and equities? And how should investors be reading the signals amid so much uncertainty? Dan Koh finds out with

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