Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek
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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.
SEP 26, 2025
26/09/25 - Bigger Pic: Asia Buys Asia - Harnessing Local Savings for Regional GrowthAsia’s financial markets are undergoing a quiet revolution. Instead of relying on global capital, more Asian households and institutions are now channeling their vast savings into local investments. HSBC calls this the Asia Buys Asia mega-trend - one that could reshape financial resilience, investment flows, and the role of Asia in global markets. Herald van der Linde, Head of Equity Strategy for Asia Pacific at HSBC shares what this means for investment opportunities.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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SEP 26, 2025
26/09/25 - Breakfast Quiz: Think you know the top headlines of the month? Let's see!How closely were you following the news this month? September was undoubtedly a busy time: we saw a slew of global and local headlines from a big shakeup of the US's HB-1 visas, to Charlie Kirk's high profile assassination and Singapore's parliamentary debates.
Play along and let us know how well you do!
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 contributors
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SEP 26, 2025
26/09/25 - Companies To Watch: Could Lithium Americas be an EV supply chain winner?Lithium Americas shares nearly doubled after reports that Washington may take a 10% stake in its Nevada project.
Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they break down what this means for the Thacker Pass mine, U.S. EV supply chains, and whether this stock is a speculative trade or a long-term strategic investment.
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SEP 25, 2025
25/09/25 - Breakfast Bites: Would you open a joint bank account with a friend?Joint bank accounts are a pretty common occurrence between couples and families.
But would you open a shared account with a friend as a means to invest more in the bond you have with them? Some are already doing so, and reporting stronger friendships as a result.
This is not to say that such a move is not without its risks.
Emaad, Ryan and Audrey dive into the positives and negatives on Breakfast Bites!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek
Produced by Emaad Akhtar
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Photo credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
Music credit: iStock & its talented community of contributors
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SEP 25, 2025
25/09/25 - US Markets Wrap: Tech Turbulence, Gold Surges, and Fed WatchU.S. stocks stumbled for a second day as AI leaders like Nvidia, Oracle, and Micron lose momentum amid concerns over sky-high valuations. Dilin Wu, Research Strategist, Pepperstone
discusses the risks and opportunities in tech, the bullish gold rally, and the dollar’s surprising strength. We explore what it all means for markets, Fed policy, and investors seeking opportunities across U.S. and Asian equities.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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SEP 25, 2025
25/09/25 - Mind Your Business: Why most AI projects failAI is reshaping how we work, but while 81% of organisations are piloting or scaling AI, only 15% succeed. So what separates flashy AI pilots from enterprise projects that truly scale?
The Breakfast Show speaks with Russell Fishman, Global Head of AI Solutions at NetApp to discuss why so many projects stall, which industries stumble most, the true cost of failed pilots, and the detailed solutions enterprises need to scale AI responsibly.
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SEP 25, 2025
25/09/25 - Companies To Watch: CAREIT IPO brings a new twist to Singapore’s REIT marketA new REIT has arrived on the SGX, and it’s all about accommodation! With its focus on worker dorms and student housing, Centurion Accommodation REIT is offering projected yields of 7 to 8 percent!
Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they unpack its IPO details, strengths, and risks, and ask whether this new REIT belongs in your portfolio.
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SEP 25, 2025
25/09/25 - Morning Shot: Unpacking the UN's 80th General Assembly so farThe United Nations marks its 80th General Assembly in New York this week, with leaders gathering to debate conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine alongside wider challenges facing the global community. From humanitarian crises to climate risks and women’s rights, the session comes at a moment when international cooperation is being put to the test.
What should we watch for in the days ahead, and how might Singapore position itself in this complex landscape? Bhavan Jaipragas, Deputy Opinion Editor at The Straits Times, joins the Breakfast Show to share his insights.
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SEP 25, 2025
25/09/25 - Bigger Pic: Marketing on Full Throttle - How ION Orchard leverages the F1 buzzAs Formula 1 season revs up on our shores, many brands are constantly looking for ways to stand out and tap into such a global event - and that's when marketing innovation comes in at full speed.
We zoom over to the iconic ION Orchard as the mall shifts gears and turns to F1! We find out more about its "Live the Race" campaign from Yeo Mui Hong, CEO of Orchard Turn Developments.
Produced and Presented by Audrey Siek
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SEP 24, 2025
24/09/25 - Bigger Pic: Equities on the Rise - Global Markets, US Rate Cuts, and Singapore’s Next 50September has been a record-breaking month for global markets, with the Dow, S&P, and NASDAQ hitting all-time highs. Asian equities have also soared, led by KOSPI and Hang Seng gains, as investors shift from fixed income to equities in search of higher returns. In Singapore, initiatives like the Equity Market Development Programme and new rules for single-family offices are strengthening the local market, while a strong IPO pipeline promises more opportunities ahead.
Lee Kian Soon, CEO of Astral Asset Management unpacks what these developments mean for investors and what to watch in the final quarter of 2025, from China’s 15th Five-Year Plan to the next Fed decision.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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