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 2, 2025
02/09/25 - Breakfast Bites: "You've gained weight!" - Is it ever OK to comment on someone's looks?A woman in Singapore shared a video on Reddit about an older stranger who told her in Chinese "you’re pretty, but fat” while she was buying fishball noodles.
She just laughed it off and called it the funniest part of her day; but this has also sparked a debate on whether it is ever acceptable to comment on someone’s weight and appearance. In many parts of Asia, blunt comments are a cultural norm; but is this a good reminder that maybe some comments should be kept to yourself?
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 1, 2025
01/09/25 - Breakfast Bites: Here's what your handwriting style may say about your personality!When was the last time you penned a letter to a friend or loved one, or anyone for that matter?
In this predominantly digital age, the art of authentic letter writing has been lost on many. And that means fewer occurrences of seeing cool handwriting styles.
On World Letter Writing Day, we dive into what your handwriting style may indicate about your personality!
Maybe it'll rekindle a flame to put pen to paper! Have a listen!
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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SEP 1, 2025
01/09/25 - Bigger Pic: Markets on Edge - Indonesia Unrest and the Fed’s Next MovePolitical risk is back on the radar in Southeast Asia. Intensifying protests in Indonesia have rattled investor confidence in one of the region’s biggest emerging markets. We’ll unpack how this instability is reverberating through equities, currencies, and investor sentiment. At the same time, all eyes turn to the U.S., where this week’s jobs report could anchor expectations for the Fed’s September policy decision. Oriano Lizza, Sales Trader, CMC Markets Singapore breaks down what to watch in the markets, from AI-linked earnings to retail bellwethers — and whether September’s reputation as a tough trading month could play out again.
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SEP 1, 2025
01/09/25 - Mind Your Business: AXS and the art of scaling fintech in ASEANWhen you swipe a card or tap an app to pay your bills, chances are AXS is behind it. What started as a simple bill-payment kiosk has grown into one of ASEAN’s leading fintech companies.
The Breakfast Show invites Jeffrey Goh, Group CEO & Executive Director, AXS Pte Ltd to uncover how he scaled the business, navigated challenges, and redefined digital payments in the region.
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SEP 1, 2025
01/09/25 - Companies To Watch: Spotify vs. Meta - Dan and Ryan’s market showdownIt’s Spotify versus Meta, Dan Koh versus Ryan Huang, and two months of stock suspense. Who rode the market waves better?
From shocking earnings twists to AI surprises and user growth stories, tune in to find out who claimed the crown in this friendly but fierce stock battle.
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AUG 29, 2025
29/08/25 - Bigger Pic: Investing Together - eToro’s Vision for AsiaIn Singapore’s crowded investment platform space, standing out takes more than just low fees or a slick interface. Yaki Razmovich, Managing Director of eToro Singapore and Asia, discusses how the platform is redefining what it means to invest in a connected world. We look at the rise of social investing and the distinct habits of Asian retail investors, to the technologies set to reshape the next wave of fintech.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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AUG 29, 2025
29/08/25 - US Markets Wrap: AI, Rate Cuts, and Record Highs - Mapping the Market’s Next MoveU.S. stocks have surged to fresh records, with the S&P 500 breaking above 6,500 for the first time, powered by resilience in tech and optimism around Fed policy. Nvidia’s blockbuster growth highlights the relentless demand for AI chips, while upward GDP revisions underscore the scale of corporate investment in software and equipment. At the same time, small caps are outperforming as markets price in a faster pace of Fed rate cuts. Sonu Varghese, Vice President & Global Macro Strategist at Carson Group, unpacks the signals behind the rally.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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AUG 29, 2025
29/08/25 - Mind Your Business: The entrepreneur behind Asia’s creative revolutionEvery September, Singapore transforms into a playground of speed, spectacle, and culture. But before the engines roar for Formula 1, another stage sets the tone, a festival where music, gaming, sports, and entertainment collide, where ideas spark, careers launch, and moments become legendary.
On this episode of Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show goes behind the scenes with Jasper Donat, CEO and co-founder of Branded, to explore 20 years of Asia’s most influential creative platforms, and what’s the next big frontier for the entertainment landscape.
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AUG 29, 2025
29/08/25 - Companies To Watch: China’s Nvidia? Spotlight on Cambricon and the AI chip raceIn the midst of Nvidia’s latest earnings and the global AI boom, a new contender is making waves in China.
Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar dive into the story of Cambricon Technologies, a homegrown AI chipmaker challenging international giants. From meteoric revenue growth to partnerships with Tencent and ByteDance, they explore how Cambricon is carving its place in the high-stakes AI market, the investment potential, and what it means for investors and tech enthusiasts alike.
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AUG 29, 2025
29/08/25 - Breakfast Quiz: That's a wrap for August 2025! How well do you know the headlines?Another month has come and gone! From Singapore’s SG60 celebrations to Taylor Swift’s engagement and even the surprising Johor quakes, August 2025 was packed with big headlines. Have you been following the news? Let’s see how well you know this month’s big topics.
Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang and Emaad Akhtar
Produced and edited by Audrey Siek
Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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