Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

Barnabas Gan, Acting Chief Economist, RHB Bank discusses the headwinds in store for Singapore's economy in 2025, and explains why he is at the upperbound of the government's forecast for growth this year to come in at a range of 1 to 3 percent. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Some of us might be familiar with Blue Aqua's patented Mixotrophic™ system - a super-intensive shrimp farming method designed to maximize efficiency and sustainability. And it looks like you’re breaking records yet again, because they recently launched their innovative trout farming initiative in Singapore, the first and largest of its kind in the Asia-Pacific region. Dr. Farshad Shishehchian, CEO & Founder of Blue Aqua International Group joins The Breakfast Show to discuss more about this groundbreaking farm and what it means for food sustainability in Singapore.

Today's the day you can expect flower prices to spike, restaurants to be full, and perhaps a couple pieces of chocolate. Yep, it's Valentine's Day, and Audrey puts Ryan, Emaad and all of you to the test about how much they know about the holiday. We hope you have a day full of love, romance and – people may forget - it’s about friendship, too!  Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by Audrey Siek Photo and music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

For many countries, debt burdens and lack of access to international capital are enormous hurdles to meeting their ambitious biodiversity and climate goals. With the latest launch of The Nature Conservancy's latest project in Ecuador late last year, the global conservation organisation now has six nature bond projects in implementation, and that’s expected to unlock approximately US$1 billion for conservation. On this episode of Eco Money, Melissa Garvey, Global Director for Nature Bonds at The Nature Conservancy shares her insights on how funds for conservation & climate action unlocked through nature bonds. Presented by: Audrey Siek Produced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: The Nature Conservancy

It’s that time of the year again, where roses, intimacy, and chocolates fill the air. Amid this surge in demand, you might be wondering, what’s the one stock that’s set to enjoy the benefits of love? Well it looks like Hershey’s getting a lot of kisses from its consumers, having been considered to be one of the fastest-growing companies in the world! Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they find out if love is in the air and if that’s enough to revive confidence in the Reese’s and Kit Kat maker’s share price after being beaten down by increasing cocoa prices.

Mark Newton, CMT, Managing Director & Global Head of Technical Strategy at Fundstrat Global Advisors shares his insights on the bounce in tech names like Nvidia, AppLovin and Tesla; whether he is factoring in the impact of tariffs while approaching the market right now; as well as his takeaways from the hotter-than-expected CPI numbers. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors

The soil beneath our feet is often forgotten and sometimes thought to be limitless and indestructible. But in fact, soil is key to feeding people, and in preserving the planet we live in.  However, data by the Food and Agricultural Organisation shows that over 33% of soils worldwide are already degraded, and if nothing is done to preserve it, a shocking 90% of the world’s soil will be degraded by 2050. On this episode of Climate Connections, Rattan Lal, Distinguished University Professor of Soil Science, The Ohio State University - shares the secrets of the humble soil, which he dedicated over five decades to study, and what can be done to conserve and restore this precious resource. Feature produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Voiced by: Audrey Siek Photo credits: Ohio State Alumni Magazine, Rattan Lal  Music credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Maurice Meijers, Client Portfolio Manager, Fixed Income, at Robeco discusses what the hotter than expected round of January US Consumer Price Index numbers mean for the outlook for rates. He also shares how to navigate investing in fixed income with the various market uncertainties. Produced/presented: Ryan Huang

What's in a name? Almost everything, apparently. When our parents bestowed this incredible gift upon us, little did they probably realize the impact it would have not just on how we perceive ourselves, but how wider society perceives us.  On Get a Different Name Day, Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share the origin stories of their names and offer alternatives that they would tinker with if they had a chance to do it all over again.   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Audrey Siek Photo credit: Unsplash Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Fundamentally, uniforms give members an identity. This is especially so in a corporate setting, where the colours and designs are often a symbol of how the company wants to be remembered. But sometimes, it’s not always well received among employees. Frank Yap, Founder, Apparel Empire joins The Breakfast Show to discuss how he is introducing a fresh new look on corporate uniforms today and the secret behind making his first million in just 1 year.