Let's Talk, Singapore

We have US stock markets hitting record highs in recent weeks, suggesting risk appetite is on the up. How much of that is translating into capital markets and IPOs, especially in the region? Udhay Furtado, Co-Head Asia Equity Capital Markets, Citi, tells us more about the outlook for deal activity in Singapore and the rest of the region, and what sectors look promising.  Presented and edited by Ryan Huang

We've all seen it on Tiktok - or, maybe, your favourite athlete (any Cristiano Ronaldo and Lebron James fans?) touts it as a great way to recover from a workout; but cold water therapy or ice baths have become more mainstream. More people are taking the plunge and submerging themselves into ice cold water, as a way to relax the muscles, calm the mind and improve sleep. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad chat about their experiences with cold water therapy, and if the cold is worth it. Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by Audrey Siek Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors  Photo credit: Tundra Ice Bath

In business, the synergy between competition driving excellence and collaboration fostering collective advancement shapes a dynamic landscape of success. So in this episode of Mind Your Business, collaborative synergy takes centerstage, where a SFA-endorsed shared kitchen, born out of a scarcity in the market, is championing Singapore-based businesses in pursuing food innovation, and reshaping the trajectory of F&B startups here.  Terence Ho, Founder & Owner, IncuBaker & Tais Berenstein, Founder & Owner, Tais’ Kitchen share their journeys. 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, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town. Music credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Dan Chang, Investment Specialist, Phillip Securities, compares the current AI revolution to phenomena of the past; where opportunities in the market lie in the chips and REITs spaces and how investors should approach them. Presented by Ryan Huang Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar (eakhtar@sph.com.sg)

Coming on the back of mounting considerations behind setting up a family - China is seeing a generation of Chinese choosing to stay single, childless, and as some call it - "lie flat" - a Chinese expression that means doing just enough to get by - and save money for future travels.  This is one of the key factors driving China's population down for a second consecutive year while its new births reached historic lows. With beliefs shifting, is China headed towards a single society? On this episode of Morning Shot, Ross Darrell Feingold, Research Director, Caerus Consulting weighs in on the issue. Presenters: Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Producer/Editor: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Assistant Producer: Aaron Lam

Approximately 1.8 billion Muslims - nearly 25% of the global population - are set to observe Ramadan, during which they will abstain from eating or drinking from dawn to sunset for a whole month. What is the purpose of fasting, how does it work, and why do the dates of Ramadan change every year? Emaad and Audrey explore further. Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced and edited by Emaad Akhtar Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

On The Bigger Picture, Oriano Lizza, Sales Trader, CMC Market, wraps up the last week from Swiftonomics to Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos. Oriano breaks down what we need to know for the week ahead with Sean Cheong. Presented and edited by Sean Cheong

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s push for home-grown technology stole the spotlight as its Premier Li Qiang scales back presence at China’s biggest political gathering of the year. “Two Sessions” refers to China's annual parliamentary meetings, where the two main political bodies of China - the National People's Congress (NPC) and the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) - reveal plans for China's policies involving the economy, military, trade, diplomacy, the environment and more. On this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Chong Ja Ian, Associate Professor of the Department of Political Science at the NUS Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences takes a deep dive into the key issues.  Presented by: Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg

If you have spent most of your career within either the private or public sector, the prospect of moving between sectors and adapting to a different culture and environment may be a daunting one. For example, are your skills transferable? And for public sector workers, especially those with little or no private sector experience, can face significant challenges in convincing employers that their skills and experience are transferable to a more commercial environment. Emily Tan, Chief Executive and Country Director, Thales Singapore shares how she successfully transitioned from the public sector to thrive in the private sector. Presented by Emaad Akhtar and 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, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town. Music credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors

First impressions count.  And with research showing that a first impression is formed in just 7 seconds, it becomes necessary for businesses to 'wow' prospects or investors right off the mark. In this episode of Biz-How-To, Lim Ee Ling, Executive Director, Market Launch, 500 Global offers tips on how to craft a killer elevator pitch to impress investors within seconds. 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, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.