Let's Talk, Singapore

US President Joe Biden has urged Hamas to accept a new Israeli proposal to end the conflict in Gaza - one that would begin with a six-week ceasefire, more humanitarian aid, as well as an exchange of some hostages for Palestinian prisoners, with the deal eventually leading to a permanent "cessation of hostilities" and a major reconstruction plan for Gaza. But, the next phase of Israel’s war o...

Billions rely on rice, but traditional farming methods threaten our planet. Can a Singaporean startup disrupt the industry with a tech-driven solution? Armed with a US$14 million funding boost, it is betting on data and innovation to revolutionise rice farming. Dhruv Sawhney, CEO of Rize , joins us to explore their mission for a sustainable future, where rice production feeds the world without har...

Sonu Varghese, Vice President & Global Macro Strategist, Carson Group shares his insights on the latest earnings season, what will encourage consumers to spend and the effects of interest rate movements on the US Dollar moving ahead. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)  Graphics credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors  See omnystudio.com/...

Sean Quek, Senior Portfolio Manager (Paragon SAGE Fund), Paragon Capital Management Singapore discusses why market darling Nvidia has not featured in his portfolio, but instead he is eyeing other AI-related plays for better long term stability and value instead for the rest of the year. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the age of AI-generated music, is the magic of live performance fading? A Singapore-based company offers a resounding counterpoint. They're not just a wedding band provider; they're a champion for the irreplaceable power of live music. As algorithms churn out catchy tunes, they reignite the appreciation for the human element in music with their bespoke performances. Alvin Khoo, Founder, Musical...

As the new movie Inside Out 2 dominates the Global Box Office and surpasses $1 billion less than 3 weeks after its release, people are abuzz about the new emotions that are featured in the animated film. An unlikely "villain" of sorts: The emotion Anxiety steals the show and bottles up the other characters... much like real-life anxiety, right? Audrey and Ryan chat about the prevalence of anxiousn...

David Dietze,  Managing Principal & Senior Investment Strategist at Peapack Private Wealth Management shares his insights on AI monetisation trends, whether small caps will catch up in 2H, what the US economy looks like now, and if worries over a drop in confidence in where the stock market is headed is warranted. David also dives into his current stock picks - United Parcel (UPS) and Bristol...

Charu Chanana, Head of FX Strategy, Saxo Singapore  discusses what investors should takeaway from the Trump-Biden debate, the latest round of French elections, and the upcoming UK elections. She also previews the key data points to watch for the week including US non-farm payrolls. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many people are familiar with the dai pai dong culture in Hong Kong, but it is dwindling due to modernization and regulatory changes. In an effort to preserve this beloved tradition, a former investment banker turned successful F&B entrepreneur, has brought the vibrant atmosphere of Hong Kong street food to Singapore with his latest venture. The Breakfast Show speaks with Reuben Chua, co-found...

In this day and age of tech, digital devices and screens, more and more people claim that their memories are taking a hit.  The idea is that we now forget so many things because we rely on our computers to remember things for us.  This is now termed “Digital Amnesia”, and it's only gotten worse after COVID. Audrey and Ryan chat about how to improve our memory, and the simple steps that can help ke...

Millions around the world tuned in to the first presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump - a chance to hear their pitch to voters on why they deserve another four years in the top seat. After a shaky performance fuelled concern about his candidacy, US President Joe Biden has assured Democrat donors that he can still win November's presidential election agai...

Ever dreamt of tackling a complex challenge with a groundbreaking solution that uses cutting-edge science or engineering? Welcome to the world of deep tech! In this episode of Biz-How-To, we take a deep dive into the world of deep tech startups, where innovative ideas become solutions with real-world impact. Luuk Eliens, Co-Founding Partner, Singapore Deep-Tech Alliance joins us to unveil the secr...

Paul Kalogirou, Managing Director and Head of Client Portfolio Management for the Multi-Asset Solutions Team, Manulife Investment Management, discusses how investors can navigate equities and income for the rest of the year. He also talks about how much lower the Japanese yen could get after hitting 38-year lows. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One insect species you probably never knew you needed - dung beetles!  Dung beetles are found worldwide, on every continent except Antarctica. They live in habitats ranging from desert to forest and are classified into three basic groups: rollers, tunnelers, and dwellers. Those words describe how these beetles use the dung they find. They may seem like unlikely environmental heroes, but these litt...

In a major leap forward for responsible AI development, IBM has joined forces with Singapore’s IMDA to launch Project Moonshot. This groundbreaking initiative tackles a critical hurdle: ensuring the safety and security of large language models (LLMs) - the powerful AI systems driving many cutting-edge applications. Anup Kumar, Distinguished Engineer, CTO Data & AI, Head Client Engineering Asia...

Dave Sekera, Chief US Market Strategist at Morningstar Research Services shares his insights on how markets are reacting to the first in-person showdown of the 2024 campaign between President Joe Biden and his predecessor, former President Donald Trump. He also talks about current consumer patterns and where some investors might be looking to rotate to beyond tech. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produce...

Recently, some researchers have discovered new amazing animal abilities. This goes beyond just intelligence, but other things they've been found capable of doing. Scientists have compared the intelligence of crows to that of a seven-year-old human child, and according to a new study by researchers in Germany, they’ve found these birds can vocally count up to 4. And if you've uttered the phrase, "b...

Mark Matthews, Managing Director & Head of Research Asia, Julius Baer shares his insights on the optimism in the markets currently, a lookahead to the second half of 2024, and how the upcoming Union Budget might impact global market dynamics. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)  Photo credits: Express Photo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The H5N1 bird flu cases among animals is continuing to rise, as US officials warn about the role of humans in spreading the virus. As far as public health authorities know so far, the outbreak in dairy cattle has spilled over to three farmworkers in the United States, all of whom have had mostly mild symptoms.  There are now 102 herds in the US with H5N1 cases, though given the prevalence of inact...

As the hospitality industry embraces a greener future, sustainability leader Ascott takes centerstage. We explore how their lyf one-north Singapore achieved top eco-friendly honours, how they achieved 50 green certificates across properties in their portfolio in 2023 and delve more into their impactful sustainability framework. Beh Siew Kim, Chief Financial & Sustainability Officer, Lodging, C...

With Southeast Asia's green economy projected to create 30 million sustainability-linked jobs and $1 trillion in annual opportunities by 2030, educational institutions, businesses, and organisations are collaborating to groom the next generation of eco-conscious leaders. We speak with two industry leaders leading the charge, June Ng, Director, J’s Salon & Kelvin Tan, Head, Sustainable Finance...

Ross Gerber, President & CEO, Gerber Kawasaki Wealth & Investment Management shares his insights on labour market resilience, what's driving market sentiments and investors towards Nvidia and Apple, and whether there's a sense of FOMO among investors and fund managers strapping up the tech rally. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)  Photo credits: AP Photo...

Generation X is entering the home stretch towards retirement, with just six months left before the first Gen Xers turn 60 - but 3 in 10 are worried that they’ll never retire.   That’s according to recent surveys by Natixis Investment Managers which have found that almost half of Gen X (48%) say it’s going to take a miracle to retire securely. To get there, they are saving an average of 17% from th...

Gina Martin Adams, Chief Equity Strategist & Global Director of Equity Strategy at Bloomberg LP shares her insights on approaching the AI space, what's a better entry point for AI names and what's holding back the small caps. She also touches on investors' sentiments surrounding the G7 leaders' focus on China and the war, against a backdrop where the US Presidential Election is just a few mont...

Ken Peng, Head of Asia Investment Strategy, Citi Global Wealth Investments discusses some of the unstoppable trends to watch such ad AI-propelled digitization, energy transition, healthcare and G2 polarization. Produced/presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.