Let's Talk, Singapore

In tech years, similar to dog years, Email is considered pretty ancient. More millennials and Gen Zs are claiming that it has become less helpful at workplaces, with all the spam and messy chains. With many other collaborative platforms and communication apps now at our disposal, Audrey and Emaad discuss how often they still email, and if the tech still seems destined to live a long life.    Prese...

In this episode of Mind Your Business, we look at how Singapore Discovery Centre, under Defence Collective Singapore, leads the charge in sustainability by becoming Singapore’s first Positive Energy Museum. Through innovative renewable energy adoption, operational efficiency enhancements, and community engagement initiatives, SDC sets a new standard for environmental stewardship, inspiring a green...

2024 may not be the Year of Change, but we’re seeing some promising Q1 earnings right there this week. Both Bank of America and Morgan Stanley topped expectations. Buybacks and dividend increases were on the rise in Q1. On this episod of US Markets Wrap, Mark Newton, CMT,  Managing Director & Global Head of Technical Strategy at Fundstrat Global Advisors  shares his insights on whether Q1 earn...

Ever wondered where humans inherited their vocal chords from? Or whether babies can hear emotions? Or whose voices animals fear more than lions?  Not to mention why we tend to be irritated by the sound of our own voice. On World Voice Day, Emaad helps to answer these questions!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by Emaad Akhtar Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of co...

Mark Giambrone, Head of US Equities and Portfolio Manager & Analyst at Barrow Hanley Global Investors shares his insights on how long he thinks the temporary pullback we're seeing in the markets will last, whether the oil markets have already priced in the conflict between Iran and Israel and what trouble the Fed is dealing with. During the rare periods where inflation has turned negative due...

A historic leadership transition is set to take place in Singapore come 15th May 2024.  That’s when Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong will step down after two decades as the head of Singapore’s government, while Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will take over the reins and be sworn in on the same day. In a Facebook post, PM Lee called for Singaporeans to give DPM Wong their full support, noting th...

In this episode of Mind Your Business, we speak with two 22-year-old biotech scientists as they embark on a mission to redefine gastronomy. In today's market, droplet packaging emerges as their tool of choice, offering precision and accessibility across industries. With their startup, they aim to revolutionise the culinary landscape, introducing "A Cocktail In A Drop" to delight palates and spark...

As violence flares across the Middle East and investors wonder what will happen next, with the current monetary outlook, the situation resurrects what is becoming a familiar theme: How can we find profit in panic these days? Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst, capital.com and Sean Cheong discuss how to find profit and the growth sectors investors can target during these times of global te...

It’s getting hot in Singapore but how hot?  Perhaps you might be wondering why the perceived mercury level is higher than what’s recorded, and what you can do to better beat the heat.  The weatherman has warned that April and May, which are typically the hottest months of the year, could potentially get warmer due to the lingering impact of El Nino. El Nino is a phenomenon which causes drier, hott...

Today, we celebrate World Art Day! Every year on April 15th, the globe honours the contributions of artists, and promote the importance of art in our lives. Art holds so much power it can represent time periods, act as a reflection of history, and can be used for activism.  Audrey and Emaad go through some of the most famous works, interesting artists, and the evolution of art today.   Presented b...

Matt Taylor, Senior Director, FTI Consulting joins Sean Cheong to share what we need to know to start the week and the implications of Iran's attack on Israel over the past weekend. Presented by Sean Cheong Edited by Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a world where legacy often defines destiny, one individual dares to chart a unique course. Born into a family of renowned business magnates, the expected path was clear: continue the legacy that generations had built. Yet, the allure of forging a personal empire proved irresistible. Dr. Ausanee Mahagitsiri Leonio, President of King Food Group shares her journey that crosses the realms of entrep...

On April 12, 1961, the world witnessed history in the making when Soviet citizen Yuri Gagarin became the first human to enter space. And as they did back then, the mysteries of the Universe continue to blow us away. On International Day of Human Space Flight, Emaad and Audrey delve into some crazy facts about the Milky Way, stars, and the real (read: not round) shape of the moon!   Presented by Em...

Dim sum, a cherished culinary tradition originating from ancient China, embodies more than just a meal - it's an experience that fosters connection and celebration. In Singapore's bustling culinary scene, one heritage brand has stood the test of time for over 60 years: Sin Mui Heng. Specialising in frozen and chilled dim sum, SMHFood has become synonymous with quality and tradition. In this episod...

Just as the earnings season is about to kick off, higher interest rates for a longer period are back in vogue after an uptick in March's US CPI & firmer oil prices. What’s the implication of that data? Kelvin Wong, Senior Analyst, OANDA, tells Sean Cheong what he is looking forward to ahead of the current US bank earnings season. Presented and edited by Sean Cheong See omnystudio.com/listener...

US producer prices increased moderately in March as a rise in the cost of services was softened by a fall in goods prices, calming fears of a resurgence in inflation. The report from the US Labor Department led economists to anticipate milder increases in the inflation measures tracked by the Federal Reserve for monetary policy relative to the strong consumer price readings in March. Gina Martin A...

Rice is a key staple in many diets around the world. But did you know that rice production accounts for over 10% of global methane emissions? These emissions in turn contribute to climate change. Bali is an Indonesian island known for its stunning landscapes, famous for its terraced rice fields that cascade down hillsides, creating a picturesque environment. But beyond aesthetics, the Bali rice fi...

Rainer Michael Preiss, Partner & Portfolio Strategist, DAS Family Office shares his insights on supply chain disruptions and their impact on slowing inflation's retreat, as well as risks set by these disruptions. He also weighs in on whether it's the end of a bull market or just an excuse for investors who have had a lot of gains to take some of that off the table, where people are shifting th...

Are you okay with having CCTVs record what you’re doing in the Airbnbs you stay at while on your travels?  Airbnb recently announced that they’re putting a worldwide ban on all security cameras inside rental properties using their services, and that takes effect by the end of this month (April).  On this episode of Morning Shot, Xavier Lim, Associate Director at Yeo & Associates LLC delves int...

Simon Ree, Founder, Tao of Trading chats with Sean Cheong about how badly markets have been affected by the latest US CPI data, as shares his thoughts on expectations for the upcoming batch of earnings releases.  Presented by Sean Cheong Edited by Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine getting a call or video from someone claiming they have your children hostage, and you can hear their voices crying for help. This is a very real and scary scam that's going on globally: all done by generative AI. Deepfake videos and images have become a huge issue that's causing misinformation and emotional trauma. And with technology advancing at rapid speed, it's getting harder and hard...

Amidst economic headwinds, Singapore's private residential market saw a modest uptick in home prices in Q1 2024. Two industry experts Tricia Song, Head of Research, Singapore & South East Asia, CBRE & Chia Siew Chuin, Head of Residential Research, Research & Consultancy, JLL discuss the implications for buyers and developers as they navigate challenges and opportunities in the housing...

A babbling brook. A plastic bag. A nice, big bowl of noodles. What they all have in common: they make sounds people LOVE. We're talking about ASMR, or Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response: a sound phenomenon that can trigger a physical tingling response and calm people down.  As we mark International ASMR Day, discover the therapeutic benefits of the many sounds of ASMR, and explore the world's to...

Yussef Gheriani, Director of Investments and Operations at IHT Wealth Management weighs in on whether the AI hype can power their portfolio to greater heights in the months ahead, interconnectivity between the stormy season in the US of late and markets, as well as whether the risk-reward ratio poor for different reasons than the Fed. Presented by: Sean Cheong Producer: Yeo Kai Ting ( ykaiting@sph...

The US relationship with China is “on a stronger footing” than this time last year. That’s according to US Treasury secretary Janet Yellen as she ended a six-day visit to China, designed to ease tensions with the US’s main economic rival. On this episode of Morning Shot, John W Tai, Professorial Lecturer from the Elliott School of International Affairs at George Washington...