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.
AUG 22, 2025
22/08/25 - Bigger Pic: From Swipe to Strategy - Citi’s Cards-to-Wealth PlaybookFrom rewards and perks to data-driven insights and personalized experiences, Citi is reimagining the card not just as a payment product, but as a bridge into long-term wealth management. Sanjay Nambiar, Head of International Cards and Unsecured Lending at Citi Wealth shares how Citi is transforming cardholders into wealth clients, the signals they watch for, and what affluent customers really value when it comes to their financial journey
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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AUG 22, 2025
22/08/25 - Companies To Watch: Why fashion giant GUESS is going privateFrom the mall runways of the 90s to the boardrooms of Wall Street, Guess has always been a brand with flair. But now, it’s making headlines for a very different reason. The fashion retailer has agreed to a $1.4 billion deal to go private, backed by Authentic Brands and its own co-founders.
What does this mean for shareholders cashing out, for the company’s future strategy, and for an industry under pressure?
Dan Koh and Audrey Siek dissect the latest take-private deal, breaking down what’s on the table, why it’s happening now, and how to read between the seams of this high-stakes fashion move.
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AUG 21, 2025
21/08/25 - US Markets Wrap: Palantir's plunging stock - is the AI theme losing steam?Ben Emons, Chief Investment Officer, FedWatch Advisors, analyses another gloomy session for tech stocks; Palantir's sliding fortunes and concerns about over-valuation, the highlights from Q2 earnings for Target and Lowe's; and the takeaways from the Fed's July meeting minutes.
Produced & Presented by Emaad Akhtar
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AUG 21, 2025
21/08/25 - Bigger Pic: Building an "anti-brand" that outshines luxury normsWhen most of us buy an expensive jewellery piece, it’s usually a special and personal purchase. But behind the diamonds and designs lies an industry at a crossroads: one rooted in heritage and tradition, yet being pushed to innovate by a new generation of buyers and a digital-first world.
Monil Kothari, Founder and CEO of Haus of Brilliance, shares his perspective on reimagining a 3-generation jewellery legacy, and building an “anti-band” in the luxury space.
Produced and presented by Audrey Siek
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AUG 21, 2025
21/08/25 - Companies To Watch: Will Labubu’s magic keep Pop Mart’s stock flying high?From toy shelves to trading floors, Pop Mart has shocked investors with a jaw-dropping 400% profit surge in just six months, all thanks to the runaway success of its quirky Labubu dolls. But can this wild ride keep going, or is it a bubble waiting to pop?
Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they unbox the latest earnings, the CEO’s bold ambition to hit 30 billion RMB in sales, the hype around the new mini Labubu, and whether this toy phenomenon has what it takes to turn Pop Mart into a true global brand.
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AUG 21, 2025
21/08/25 - KPMG - Be in Front: Reputation - Building Trust in Times of ChangeIn this episode of Be In Front, a special series in partnership with KPMG in Singapore, we explore why Reputation is one of the most valuable assets any business can hold.
Lee Sze Yeng, Managing Partner of KPMG in Singapore, shares her insights from over 30 years of advising some of Singapore’s largest companies and multinationals. From guiding businesses through growth, succession, and reinvention, to helping clients navigate the challenges of AI, ESG, and shifting workforce expectations — she explains how reputation is earned, protected, and sustained.
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AUG 20, 2025
20/08/25 - US Markets Wrap: Intel's future - is a $2bn Softbank bet and US backing enough?Nadine Terman, CIO & CEO, Solstein Capital, discusses the latest market sell-off after Big Tech stocks disappoint; Softbank's $2 billion lifeline for Intel and the US government weighing up a potential 10% stake in the chipmaker; what this week's retail earnings could reveal about consumer spending as well as the housing market; and what we can expect at the Jackson Hole Symposium.
Produced & Presented by Emaad Akhtar
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AUG 20, 2025
20/08/25 - Bigger Pic: Navigating Asia with Quantitative strategiesMarkets in Asia are dynamic, fast-growing, and often unpredictable, making it both a land of opportunity and a test of discipline for investors. Quantitative strategies, built on data and systematic models, promise a way to cut through the noise and uncover patterns where human instinct might fall short. But what are the real advantages and the risks of going quant in APAC?
Join Dan Koh as he speaks with Christopher Hughes, Portfolio Manager, Eastspring Investments, to explore how quant investing is reshaping portfolios, what it means for volatility and resilience, and where the next opportunities might lie in the fast-moving region of Asia.
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AUG 20, 2025
20/08/25 - Mind Your Business: RushOwl’s urban revolution for a greener futureEvery city struggles with traffic, pollution, and the daily grind of commuting. But what if shared shuttles powered by AI could ease congestion, cut emissions, and make travel more human?
Join the Breakfast Show as they invite Shin Ng, CEO of RushOwl to discuss how his Singapore-born startup is transforming the way communities move, and why rethinking transport is key to reaching our climate goals.
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AUG 20, 2025
20/08/25 - Breakfast Bites: Looking tired lately? Good news - it's the new trend!Feel like you've been looking more tired lately? There’s hope for you yet — because apparently that’s the new beauty goal!
The latest fleeting beauty trend taking over TikTok is the “Tired Girl” makeup look; Dark circles left unhidden, pale skin, and dark shadows. Tutorials for how to look “beautifully exhausted” have racked up hundreds of thousands of views.
So why is this catching on? And is Gen Z onto something good?
Presented by Audrey Siek 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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