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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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8:00

Bigger Pic: Crowded Trades and Thin Margins

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/19

Investor positioning has shifted rapidly, with the latest Bank of America Global Fund Manager Survey showing cash levels falling to 3.7 percent — a threshold often viewed as a warning sign that markets may be running hotter than fundamentals justify. At the same time, conviction has become heavily concentrated, with more than half of fund managers calling the “Magnificent 7” the most crowded trade in global markets. Vasu Menon, Managing Director of Investment Strategy at OCBC Bank,

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6:49

Breakfast Bites: Did you know that you can't flush...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/19

It’s World Toilet Day — yes, that’s a real thing, and yes, we’re absolutely celebrating it. On this edition ofBreakfast Bites, Emaad, Ryan and Audrey dive into the fascinating world of bathroom etiquette across cultures and the endless lingo we’ve invented for the place we all visit multiple times a day! Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of

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10:03

Mind Your Business: Protecting reputation in the age...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/19

A cyber breach isn’t just an IT problem, it’s a business crisis. With global cyberattacks on the rise, leaders are learning that poor communication can erode stakeholder trust faster than the breach itself. In this episode of Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show speaks to Dan La Russo, Senior Partner at Penta, about the new realities of cyber risk, why leadership and communication matter more than ever, and how companies can prepare before the next crisis strikes.See

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11:21

Companies To Watch: Buffett’s big Google bet and...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/19

Warren Buffett has famously avoided high-growth tech, at least until now. With Berkshire Hathaway taking a major stake in Alphabet, Dan Koh and Ryan Huang explore why the world’s most famous value investor finally sees Google as a long-term compounder, and how its latest Q3 results reveal a company transforming into an AI-cloud powerhouse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:22

Morning Shot: Hiring Smart — How SMEs Can Build...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/19

Hiring is one of the most important and most difficult decisions any leader can make. Beyond qualifications, the right hire can depend on cultural fit, growth potential, and even timing. For SMEs, the challenge is even sharper, every role matters, and resources to recruit, train, and retain talent are often limited. Eugene Goh, Advisor and Co-Founder of TalentKraft joins the Breakfast Show to unpack how SMEs can approach hiring more strategically, and what effective talent decisions look like in

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10:14

Bigger Pic: SG travel trends 2026 - expect more road...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/18

As the end of 2025 fast approaches, many of us may be wondering what travel will look like in the new year. According to a recent Booking.com survey, 2026 is going to be defined by ultra-personalised adventures. Anthony Lu, Regional Director, Southeast Asia & Greater China, Booking.com, discusses some of these trends, which include road and relationship compatibility trips, as well as a willingness to explore AI-driven hospitality. Produced and presented by Emaad Akhtar See

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12:31

Companies To Watch: Why Don Don Donki’s parent lost...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/18

Don Don Donki may be a Singaporean guilty pleasure, but its parent company is now caught in the middle of a diplomatic clash. Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar explore how China’s travel advisory on Japan sent PPIH shares sliding, why Chinese tourists play such a big role in Don Quijote’s profits, and what the numbers really say about this cult-favourite retailer’s long-term resilience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:55

Mind Your Business: AI sleep tech launches in...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/18

We track our steps, calories, and screen time, but rarely our sleep. Across the world, rising stress, heat, and late-night connectivity are fuelling a modern sleep crisis. Scientists now call rest the “third pillar” of health, as essential as diet and exercise. The Breakfast Show speaks to Matteo Franceschetti, Co-Founder and CEO of Eight Sleep, to find out why sleep has become the next frontier in health technology, the business of recovery, and how a high-tech approach to temperature

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5:37

Breakfast Bites: Rewatching "Friends" for the 10th...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/18

Do you have any TV shows you find yourself rewatching for the thousandth time? It’s very common for many people to rewatch stuff they've watched before, despite all the new choices we have. Researchers call it “comfort rewatching", and there is actually physical and emotional explanations as to why we love the oldies so much. Audrey and Emaad chat about their favorite comfort shows. Presented by Audrey Siek and Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music

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10:54

Morning Shot: The Record 43-Day U.S. Shutdown Is Over...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/17

The U.S. government has reopened after a record 43-day shutdown that froze key services, stalled economic data, and disrupted everything from airport operations to food assistance. Now the question is how quickly the world’s largest economy can get back on track — and what the missing data means for global markets and policymakers. Bryan DeAngelis, Partner and Head of Washington Office at Penta Group, joins the Breakfast Show to unpack the political dynamics behind the deal, the risks of

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8:00

Bigger Pic: Data Gaps, Fed Ambiguity & the AI Test

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/17

With economic data turning patchy and the Fed refusing to commit to a December move, investors are operating with more noise than clarity. Kyle Rodda, Senior market analyst, Capital.com decodes what the market’s volatility is really saying - from the risks lingering after the U.S. shutdown to the shifting expectations around rate cuts. He previews Nvidia’s pivotal earnings, the emerging “AI-ROI” debate, and why cross-asset jitters may be hinting at deeper fragilities.See

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6:12

Breakfast Bites: Would you attend a uni that runs...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/17

If you're reading this, you've most likely attended a conventional university programme. But what about the road less travelled? Would you be willing to be adventurous and explore uncharted territory when it comes to pursuing a degree? Emaad and Ryan explore three unique universities around the world and why they may appeal to the next generation of uni-goers! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its

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8:02

Mind Your Business: How technology is transforming...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/17

Cars are no longer just machines, they’re becoming digital ecosystems on wheels. Across Southeast Asia, drivers today want more than horsepower, they want continuous connectivity. The Breakfast Show invites Benson Yeo, SVP Connectivity for APAC, IDEMIA, to unpack how connectivity, identity, and security are redefining mobility, and what opportunities it opens for entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping the future of transport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:08

Companies To Watch: The truth behind Singapore...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/17

Headlines screamed that Singapore Airlines’ profits plunged 68 percent, but the truth is far more nuanced. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they unpack how Air India’s losses, lower interest income and normalising travel yields created misleading headlines, and why the underlying business remains resilient heading into the busiest travel season of the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:55

Morning Shot: The DBS–ITE Collaboration and the Role...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/17

As Singapore renews its focus on social mobility, attention is turning to how the private sector can help level the playing field. Beyond hiring or donations, can businesses play a deeper role in shaping opportunity from education access to employability and financial resilience? DBS Foundation has announced a new SGD14.5 million partnership with the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) to support 8,000 students from lower-income families each year. The initiative aims to ease financial pressures

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11:49

A Full Plate: More Than a Meal with FairPrice Group

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/15

For some families, access to fresh produce and protein remains out of reach. That’s where A Full Plate comes in — Singapore’s largest food donation drive by FairPrice Group. What makes the initiative unique is its focus on providing fresh vegetables and fruits, protein, as well as nutritious groceries, going beyond the typical dry staples. Plus,it’s about more than just putting groceries on the table, it’s about enabling families to cook, eat, and bond together. Vipul

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15:07

Mind Your Business: The Enneagram Edge - Leading with...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/15

Personality drives performance more than we think. Cindy Leong, founder of The Enneagram Academy, breaks down how understanding core motivations and emotional patterns can transform teamwork, sharpen leadership, and reduce workplace conflict. We explore why more organisations are turning to the Enneagram as a strategic business tool and how it can reshape hiring, communication and culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:27

US Markets Wrap: Tech Slump, Rates and What’s Next

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/14

Stocks tumbled sharply on Thursday, with all major U.S. indices logging their worst session since early October as renewed worries over interest rates and lofty tech valuations wiped out recent gains. George Schultze, Founder and Managing Member at Schultze Asset Management, breaks down the turn in market mood. We explore why economic growth remains resilient but is beginning to moderate, how inflation’s mixed signals are guiding expectations for another Fed rate cut in December, and what

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7:04

Breakfast Quiz: From Insulin to Insights - A World...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/14

Diabetes affects hundreds of millions worldwide, but how much do we truly understand about it? Join us for a light, informative quiz that breaks down the facts, busts a few myths, and helps raise awareness on this important global health day. Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang and Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:33

Mind Your Business: How 90,000 Singapore businesses...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/11/14

More than 90,000 Singapore businesses are now selling to 14 million international customers, generating over US$1.6 billion in annual cross-border sales. The Breakfast Show speaks with Matthew Lucas, Vice President & Head of Cross-Border Trade at PayPal, to unpack the Global Beat 2025 findings, from the top sectors driving growth to new markets like Mexico and Germany, and what this means for Singapore’s next generation of global entrepreneurs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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