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.
OCT 3, 2025
03/10/25 - Bigger Pic: From tariffs to tech, what’s next for global markets in Q4?Global equities recovered in 3Q 2025 after April’s tariff-triggered sell-off, with Asia leading the charge while Europe slipped behind. But as we head into the final quarter of the year, investors face fresh uncertainties, from a dovish Fed and stretched valuations to Trump-era policy risks and a U.S. government shutdown.
In this episode of The Bigger Picture, Dan Koh speaks with Sean Quek, Managing Director & Senior Portfolio Manager at Paragon Capital Management Singapore, to unpack the quarter’s key market drivers, assess the outlook for 4Q, and explore where opportunities and risks lie for investors.
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OCT 3, 2025
03/10/25 - Mind Your Business: Is your business wasting ad dollars?Every year, more than US$100 billion is lost to wasted or fraudulent digital ads. In APAC, and especially Singapore, the problem is even more pronounced, with ad violations nearly double the global average.
In this episode of Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show speaks to Mark Zagorski, CEO, DoubleVerify about why so much ad spend is being wasted, the risks beyond just money, how AI is reshaping the advertising landscape, and why businesses need to take action before the year-end shopping season.
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OCT 3, 2025
03/10/25 - Companies To Watch: Investing in Formula One - Is FWONK the ultimate motorsport stock play?As Marina Bay prepares for one of the most spectacular races of the year, investors are looking at FWONK, the Formula One Group’s Nasdaq-listed stock, as a way to invest in the spectacle itself.
From surging share prices and global expansion to MotoGP’s blockbuster acquisition, Dan Koh and Audrey Siek dive into the bull and bear cases that could determine whether FWONK keeps pole position or risks a slowdown.
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OCT 2, 2025
02/10/25 - Breakfast Bites: Do you know the origins of the world's iconic peace symbols?October 2nd is designated as World Peace Day by the Soka Gakkai, a global Buddhist movement.
The day serves as a wonderful reminder to promote harmonious relationships between friends, loved ones, and nation-states.
One of the most effective ways cultures and traditions have depicted peace is through universally recognized symbols, such as the olive branch, dove, V-hand signal and rainbow.
But do you know the origins of these peace symbols?
Listen in to this edition of Breakfast Bites to find out!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek
Produced by Emaad Akhtar
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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OCT 2, 2025
02/10/25 - US Markets Wrap: Markets rally despite shutdown and weak jobs dataU.S. stocks ended higher after a volatile session, with the Nasdaq climbing 0.4% and the S&P 500 rebounding from earlier losses on strength in health-care names. The gains come even as the U.S. government shut down following failed Senate negotiations, and fresh ADP data showed the steepest private payroll decline in over two years. Michele Schneider, Chief Strategist, MarketGauge Group breaks down why investors seem unfazed by Washington gridlock, the risks of a weakening labor market, and whether momentum can continue in the face of stretched valuations and mounting economic uncertainty.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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OCT 2, 2025
02/10/25 - Mind Your Business: Rewinding the future of TVIn the U.S., streaming has overtaken broadcast and cable for the first time. But Asia tells a different story. Pay-TV here is still projected to grow from US$63.8 billion in 2024 to more than US$71 billion by 2033, with millions of households in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and even Singapore sticking with curated channels.
On Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show invites Avi Himatsinghani, Founder and CEO of Rewind Networks to find out how a Singapore-headquartered company built a regional presence through channels like HITS, HITS MOVIES, and HITS NOW, why Asia’s TV market is evolving differently from the West, and what it takes to scale a media business against global streaming giants.
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OCT 2, 2025
02/10/25 - Bigger Pic: Fast cars, smooth skin? Find out how F1 and luxury skincare collideElemis has joined forces with the Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team as their official skincare partner, bringing high-performance beauty to the high-octane world of racing. This partnership is redefining brand innovation and engaging F1’s growing female fanbase.
Amy Mansell, Chief Global Partnerships Officer at Elemis, takes us behind the scenes to reveal how two seemingly different worlds can come together in style, speed, and strategy.
Produced and Presented by Audrey Siek
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OCT 2, 2025
02/10/25 - Companies To Watch: Are Nike’s earnings a sign consumers are still spending or pulling backWith revenue steady but net income falling sharply, Nike’s results raise a big question: is consumer demand holding up, or starting to crack? Find out with Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they explore the bullish case for a brand-led recovery and the bearish view of fading consumer power.
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OCT 1, 2025
01/10/25 - Bigger Pic: STI at record highs - what it means for Singapore investorsThe Straits Times Index has surged to new highs recently, sparking fresh interest from investors at home and abroad. What’s driving this rally, and how well does the STI still reflect Singapore’s evolving economy? Miko Huang, Manager of Equity Index Product Management Asia at FTSE Russell, and Geoff Howie, Market Strategist at SGX, unpack the forces behind the index’s performance, its changing composition, and what it means for retail and institutional investors. From sector shifts and regional earnings exposure to trading activity in STI-linked products, they share key insights on where the market stands today, and what Singapore investors should keep in mind as they look ahead.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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OCT 1, 2025
01/10/25 - US Markets Wrap: Markets climb as shutdown looms, investors turn to safe havensStocks closed higher Tuesday despite growing concerns over a looming U.S. government shutdown that could freeze key economic data and rattle investor confidence. The Dow hit a new record, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also posted gains. But under the surface, anxiety is rising. Investors are moving into safe-haven assets like gold and Treasuries, bracing for potential fallout if the shutdown drags on. José Torres, senior economist, Interactive Brokers breaks down the market’s reaction, the latest job openings and consumer confidence reports.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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