Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

Kelvin Wong, Senior Analyst, OANDA, recaps the performance of the US stock market (equities, bonds, rates) for 2023; discusses key drivers of stock market performance in the new year; the chances of a potential recession; key events to watch out for this week; and what could drive a recovery in Chinese markets in 2024. Presented by Willie Keng Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar (eakhtar@sph.com.sg)

As we ring in the new year, resolutions are pretty common as we set goals for ourselves. What are the most common ones worldwide? (Hint: If you plan on prioritising mental health, you're among 80% of goal-setting adults!) And, let's be honest: how many of us actually keep it up past February? Emaad, Audrey and Willie share their personal goals on the first Breakfast show of the year, and tips on HOW to stick to your resolutions on today's breakfast bites! Presented by Audrey Siek, Emaad Akhtar & Willie Keng Produced and edited by Audrey Siek  Music/sound credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

In Singapore's high-pressure academic environment, children often lose out on the joys of childhood. We explore an e-learning startup’s mission to transform math education, using technology and gamification to assist young learners and restore the joy of learning. Charis Chio, Founder, Smartli shares her insights on supporting your child's education, improving balance and mental wellbeing in Singapore. 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, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town. Music credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Singapore may just be a little red dot but it stands tall among giants on the international stage on many fronts. But what earned us that seat at the table?  On this episode of Morning Shot, Eugene Tan, Associate Professor of Law from the Yong Pung How School of Law at Singapore Management University shares his insights on Singapore's imminent political leadership transition. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)

Ian Leong, CEO, Tiger Brokers (Singapore) shares the client trends he's observed in the past year, and how he intends to strengthen the broker's foothold in an increasingly competitive brokerage scene. He also shares what makes Tiger stand out from the crowd, on the back of winning the “Best Retail Broker” title at the SIAS Investors’ Choice Awards 2023.

In this episode of family-run business on Mind Your Business, we look at how a homegrown iced popsicle brand is reshaping the frozen treat scene, answering Singapore’s call to battle sugar intake with their healthier offerings, as well as introducing a more environmentally friendly packaging to help tackle climate crisis. Glen Lee, Co-Founder and Sales & Marketing Director, Frozt & Terence Lee, Co-Founder and Food Manufacturing and Operations Director, Frozt, the pair of brothers who are revolutionising this childhood classic delight, also share more about how they got their brand name, flavours for the local and overseas customers, automation as well as their favourite flavours. 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, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town. Music credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors Highlights: (0.16) Introduction (1.41) What's the origin of "Frozt" (2.21) What is one key milestone since you started your journey? (3.48) How do you balance sweet treats being healthy? (6.17) Tell us more about switching from plastic to paper packaging? (7.17) How has automation such as robots helped your business? (9.58) Tell us about your expansion to Vietnam, with the support of Enterprise Singapore (12.09) How do you adapt your flavours to a diverse pool of customers globally? (12.43) What is your favourite flavours personally?

Did you know that cows burp and fart just like humans?  Each time a cow burps or passes out gas, a little puff of methane wafts into the atmosphere. In fact, a single cow can produce 70 to 120 kg of methane a year.  On this episode of Climate Connections, we shine a spotlight on 2023 Earthshot Prize Finalist Sam Elsom, Co-Founder and CEO of Sea Forest - a climate startup that has come up with a way to utilise red seaweed to reduce methane emissions from cows and other livestock. Feature produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Voiced by: Audrey Siek Music/sound credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors  Photo credits: The Earthshot Prize

Michele Schneider, Chief Strategist at MarketGauge Group shares her expert analysis on whether investors should be expecting a positive spillover effect in the tech sector in the new year, how lower rates in 2024 will drive consumer spending trends, energy prices, as well as names that are on the top of her radar as we ring in the new year. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) 

Anna Marrs, Group President of Global Commercial Services and Credit & Fraud Risk, at American Express looks at the intersection between Artificial Intelligence and Finance and how AMEX will leverage its recently launched Singapore Decision Science Centre of Excellence. Presented/edited: Ryan Huang

CBRE's latest research has revealed a seismic shift in APAC’s commercial real estate, driven by the exponential growth of electric vehicle (EV) sales. With projections indicating a staggering 10 million public charging points by 2030, the landscape is poised for transformation. However, our scrutiny of Singapore's infrastructure shows a limited number of charging stations in malls and commercial buildings, raising questions about property owners' strategies. We explore CBRE's insights with Sidharth Dhawan, Regional Head of Alternatives - Automotive & Flex, Asia Pacific, CBRE,unveiling both the promising opportunities and the challenges that lie at the intersection of EVs and commercial real estate in the dynamic Asia Pacific region.  Presented by Ryan Huang 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, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.