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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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14:39

Morning Shot: First Job Jitters - Should Grads Be...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/23

Many fresh grads are anxious about finding a job, but should they be? Manpower Minister Tan See Leng is urging graduates and parents to “stay calm,” pointing to new figures that show the employment rate for the 2025 university graduating cohort was 51.9% in June, 4 percentage points higher than in June 2024. That suggests the graduate job market may be on sturdier ground than expected, even amid global uncertainty. So how worried should graduates really be and what can they do to boost

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11:31

US Markets Wrap: Signs of weakness in market rally

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/23

Jay Woods,Chief Global Strategist, Freedom Capital Markets discusses how he is seeing signs of weakness with his favourite momentum indicator in the RSI is showing a slight bearish divergence. He believes much of the rally off the lows needs to be digested and accepted before climbing higher, especially in the S&P 500 stocks. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image by Temel from PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:57

Companies To Watch: Meet the latest meme stock...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/22

Once a darling of the SPAC boom, Opendoor spent most of 2024 flat on its back, out of favor, out of steam, and nearly out of cash. But just when Wall Street had written it off as another housing-tech flameout, the meme-stock crowd kicked down the door. From trading at less than the price of a bubble tea to surging nearly 500% in a matter of weeks, Opendoor has staged one of the most bizarre and exhilarating comebacks on the Nasdaq. Is this the beginning of a true comeback, or just another

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6:10

Breakfast Bites: World Brain Day: memory recall &...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/22

Have you ever wondered why you remember certain past events so vividly, and others not so much? On World Brain Day, Emaad and Ryan explore a couple of experts' takes on the step-by-step process of memory recall, why we have lapses, and whether Sudoku or crossword puzzles are better for the health of the fattiest organ in the human body! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo credit: Unsplash & its talented community of contributors Music

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9:22

US Markets Wrap: Stocks hit new highs pre-tech earnings

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/22

Christine Short,Vice President of Research, Wall Street Horizon discusses what's in store for the Magnficent 7 with earnings from Tesla and Alphabet on tap in the coming days. She notes that the Q2 earnings season is already off to a fabulous start - thus far 83% of the 62 S&P 500 companies that have reported earnings have beaten expectations on the top and bottom-line, better than the 1, 5, and 10 year average beat rates. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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11:32

Mind Your Business: The school for adults who still...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/22

For many adults, the dream of making music feels out of reach — too expensive, too technical, or simply too late. But what if it didn’t have to be? The Breakfast Show explores what it means to return to creativity later in life with Rachel Tan, founder of Momentum Lessons, an online music school helping adults, especially those with no formal background, learn to remix, produce, and rediscover the emotional, cultural, and healing power of sound.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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8:59

Companies To Watch: How Dasin Retail Trust lost...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/21

Once hailed as a gateway to China’s Greater Bay Area retail boom, Dasin Retail Trust is now in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Mounting debt defaults, executive exits, shareholder revolt, and now a trading halt amid failure to comply with SGX listing rules on timely financial reporting and AGMs. As the headlines pile up and distributions disappear, investors are left asking: What happened? What’s next? And is there anything left to salvage? Dan Koh and Ryan Huang dissect the

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4:34

Breakfast Bites: How do you really pronounce...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/21

Music forms a pretty essential part of our daily lives. But do you know how the names of some of our favourite artists and bands are correctly pronounced? The mispronounced series is back - have a listen! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo credit: Reuters Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:52

Mind Your Business: Unlocking value through stewardship

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/21

In today’s fast-changing world, businesses face growing pressure to do more than just deliver profits. Environmental crises, social inequality, and governance challenges demand a new kind of leadership—one that balances purpose with performance. Join the Breakfast Show as they invite Rajeev Peshawaria, CEO of Stewardship Asia Centre and author of Sustainable Sustainability to discuss his vision for “steward leadership”—a values-driven approach that redefines how

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7:59

Bigger Pic: Investors weigh extent of Japan's ruling...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/21

Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank discusses what are the market implications of Japan's ruling coalition losing majority in both parliament houses for first time in history. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:50

Companies To Watch: The precious metal quietly...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/21

While gold and silver hog the spotlight, there's a lesser-known metal quietly stealing the show: ruthenium. Once an obscure player in the platinum group family, it's now surging past $800 an ounce, outpacing traditional safe-havens in year-to-date gains. From its critical role in AI infrastructure and data storage to its tight global supply, joins Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they dig into what's fueling the price spike, and whether it’s time investors start paying serious attention.See

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8:05

Bigger Pic: SG60 and beyond- Unlocking wealth creation

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/18

Derrick Kam, Asia Economist at Morgan Stanley lays out his long-term view on how Singapore can transition from value creation to wealth creation over the coming decade. He discusses why wealth creation is becoming a national priority, as Singapore prepares to support an ageing population and meet its citizens' aspirations. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:03

Mind Your Business: The story of Uncle Ringo and...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/18

For many of us in Singapore, carnivals meant one name — Uncle Ringo. From heartland pop-ups to big city events, it’s a brand that defined childhoods, dates, and weekend outings. But who’s keeping the magic alive today? The Breakfast Show sits down with Joyce Lee, Director of Uncle Ringo and daughter of its founder, to talk legacy, innovation, and what it takes to run one of Singapore’s most iconic entertainment businesses in a changing world.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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9:26

Breakfast Quiz: It's World Listening Day! See if you...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/18

Did you know that, on average, a person spends about60% of a typical conversation just listening — but only remembers about 25% of what they hear? Sounds play a huge role in our daily lives, in movies, and in the world around us. Let’s find out who is the best "listener" in the Breakfast Crew, and whether you can identify these famous sounds, songs and effects! Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit:

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9:33

Companies To Watch: The collapse of Japan’s biggest...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/18

It was poised to be Japan’s biggest foreign takeover—Alimentation Couche-Tard’s $46 billion bid for 7-Eleven owner Seven & i Holdings. After nearly a year of back-and-forth, the deal collapsed. Why did it fall through? What does it mean for the future of Seven & i—and for foreign investors eyeing Japan Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they break down the anatomy of this historic non-deal, what it means for Seven & i going forward, how investors are reacting, and

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6:16

Breakfast Bites: Do you know what the three most used...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/17

It's World Emoji Day! Our cute little friends have emerged as wonderful companions for the human race in the realm of digital communications. So much so that we probably can't imagine having a WhatsApp conversation without them! Emaad, Ryan and Audrey dive into the origin and meaning of emojis, how they're created and approved, and the three most used ones! Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo credit: Unsplash & its

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10:25

Bigger Pic: Innovation in luxury travel - The devil...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/17

Innovation and personalisation are now reshaping the luxury travel space. New, reimagined experiences are key for a new generation of high-net-worth shoppers and travellers. Tony Archbold, Vice President of Sales for Abercrombie & Kent and Crystal Cruises in Asia, tells us how iconic brands can reinvent themselves and expand into diverse markets across Asia-Pacific. Produced, edited and presented by Audrey Siek See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:12

Companies To Watch: Where ComfortDelGro is taking...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/17

Once known simply as Singapore’s go-to cab company, ComfortDelGro is rewriting its story—one autonomous shuttle at a time. Picture a veteran driver boarding his vehicle—not to drive, but to monitor an autonomous shuttle. This is ComfortDelGro’s new reality. From taxis to robotaxis, the company is transforming under the radar. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they unpack the remarkable transformation of one of Asia’s largest land transport giants, and what it all means

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8:30

US Markets Wrap: Stocks are on a tear, but investors...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/16

Phil Orlando, Chief Equity Market Strategist, Federated Hermes discusses why investors are better placed to look for a pull back before entering into new positions, as storm clouds on the horizon present the potential to induce some modest profit-taking among investors. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:08

Bigger Pic: The 60/40 portfolio is past its relevancy

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/07/16

Dorian Carrell, Head of Multi Asset Income at Schroders discusses why investors need to rethink the traditional 60/40 portfolio allocation between equities and fixed income. He also shares why concentrated exposure to US assets may be riskier than many global investors assume. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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