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In a market where staying relevant means constantly evolving, Vaseline realises the need to rebrand in an already competitive skincare space. Having exhausted all methods of their iconic brand, they were in need of fresh ideas. To achieve this, it has partnered with a brand innovation consultancy, leveraging their unique approach to scale their business. What is this approach and how effective is it? We explore how this strategic partnership is set to reshape the future of one of the world’s most iconic skincare brands with Mário Braz de Matos, Co-founder and Managing Partner, Flying Fish Lab &Richard Kohler, former Global Marketing Director for skincare at Vaseline and currently Founder of brand consultancy, The Better Alternative. Presented by Emaad Akhtar This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

U.S. stocks rose Thursday as stronger-than-expected growth data helped to push back against fears of a severe slowdown in the American economy. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed to a record, supported by gains in Goldman Sachs, Intel and Visa. But on the other hand, investors are also struggling with Nvidia’s recent results, with the AI darling stock falling 6.4%. Yeap Junrong speaks to Phan Vee Leung, CIO for TrackRecord.

Joseph Sroka, Chief Investment Officer & Co-Founder, NovaPoint Capital addresses recessionary fears and investors' confidence levels coming on the back of the latest US economic data including weekly jobless claims and Q2 GDP. He also shares his insights on artificial intelligence darling, Nvidia - whether the surge in AI spending will drive free cash flow for the company, and if it's time for investors to rotate away from the tech sector to the laggards. Presented by: Yeap Junrong Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images

Can airlines truly make a difference in the fight against climate change? Emirates is leading the charge, and their pilots are the unsung heroes. We dive into the cockpit with Captain Dwayne Walker, Emirates’ Chief Pilot, Airbus, to uncover how they're transforming flight into a more sustainable journey. Presented by Emaad Akhtar  This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Singapore could be at risk of a tsunami, if an undersea volcano in its neighbouring region erupts. Globally, tens of thousands of submerged volcanoes lurk beneath the ocean's surface, often going unnoticed and are vastly understudied.  With the help of published data sets and sea-floor topography information, new research has revealed that there are some 466 submarine volcanoes in the waters of Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.  Scientists say in the event of an undersea volcanic eruption, volcanic ash can blow towards Singapore, blanketing the surface with fine ash, similar to an eruption of a land-based volcano. Additionally, lava flows and volcanic rock avalanches can damage undersea cables in the region, causing internet outages and disrupting financial transactions. On this episode of Climate Connections, Dr Andrea Verolino, Research Fellow from the Earth Observatory of Singapore at NTU elaborates on his study aimed at uncovering the secrets these submarine volcanoes hold within. Feature produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Voiced by: Audrey Siek Photo credits: NTU Music credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors & news.com.au

With hearing loss affecting over 400 million people in Southeast Asia and an increasingly ageing population, WS Audiology (WSA) is addressing this critical issue with the launch of ORCA Asia in Singapore. This state-of-the-art audiological research laboratory, supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), is set to drive innovation in hearing aid technology tailored to the Asian market. ORCA Asia will not only tackle regional challenges but also create high-skilled job opportunities, solidifying Singapore’s position as a key player in global MedTech advancements. Here's more from our conversation with Olivier Chupin, Regional President for APAC, WS Audiology (WSA). Presented by Audrey Siek This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Laila Pence, President & Co-Founder, Pence Wealth Management shares her insights on top conviction calls including utilities and REITs, why the Artificial Intelligence and Big Tech worlds are just starting to take flight, and how investors should navigate the bonds and fixed income space. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

The race for the coveted title of Japan’s next Prime Minister is on. Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party is finalising its plans to hold the party's leadership election on 27th September. This comes after Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced that he will not re-contest for a second term as leader of the incumbent Liberal Democratic Party, after his tenure ends in September. The upcoming election, the first since 2021 when Kishida was elected party's leader, is expected to see several lawmakers vie for the post to succeed Kishida, with the winner to be anointed prime minister given the ruling coalition controls both houses of parliament. On this episode of Morning Shot, Professor Tomohiko Taniguchi, Special Advisor to former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's Cabinet and Specially Appointed Professor at the University of Tsukuba weighs in. Presented by: Audrey Siek Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)

We’re diving into the tricky world of asking for a raise. You think you’ve been doing an awesome job at work, you've gone above and beyond... you deserve it! How should you go about it? Ever wondered about the best time, what to say, and how to make your case? Audrey and Ryan review some of the tips you need to boost your chances of success. Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek  Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Han Zhong Liang, Investment Strategist, Chief Investment Office, Group Wealth Management, Standard Chartered Bank discusses what investors should think about ahead of expected rate cuts in September, as well as key takeaways from the earnings season. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang