Let's Talk, Singapore

Deborah Cunningham, Chief Investment Officer of Global Liquidity Markets at Federated Hermes weighs in oil prices in recent months, how consumer strength is looking like right now and if investors should be looking at investing in bonds instead of stocks. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting ( ykaiting@sph.com.sg ) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of C-Suite chat on Mind Your Business, we will look at the world of pharmaceutical technology with a serial entrepreneur. It is the first and only company to have been licensed as an e-pharmacy in Singapore. Discover how this company is daring to be different and daring to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry in the digital era with Timothy Chen, CEO, DocMed Technology. See omnys...

The Singapore International Energy Week kicks off today! Through the week, the Breakfast Show will be bringing you a slew of energy-related discussions.  On this episode of Morning Shot -  Dr Mirza Sadaqat Huda, Lead Researcher for ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute’s Climate Change in Southeast Asia Programme dives into key takeaways from the Laos-Thailand-Malaysia-Singapore Power Integration Project,...

We dive into the school of hard knocks with a young entrepreneur who learned the ropes of financial independence through the heart-wrenching experience of his close family member’s business failure during the 2008 financial crisis. This journey led to a high-stakes balancing act, juggling multiple side hustles while pursuing academic goals. Amazingly, he managed to defy the odds by saving a remark...

In this episode of our intergenerational series on Mind Your Business, we speak with a pair of father and daughter, who are the fourth and fifth generations of one of the oldest family businesses in Singapore. They just celebrated their 150th anniversary in 2022 - yes, they are older than Singapore since its independence. What’s the secret behind their proud legacy?  Sunil Amarasuriya, Chairman, B...

Zara Lightowler, Associate Partner, Bain & Company, dissects a report co-compiled by Bain, Meta and DSG Consumer Partners on consumer growth trends in Southeast Asia. These include the emergence of a hierarchy of needs versus wants; the importance of the Gen Z and Solo Economy consumer segments; 'insurgent disruptors' or business models responsible for driving over US$50 billion of revenue in...

China's National Bureau of Statistics will be holding a nationwide population sample survey in November - in a bid to accurately and promptly monitor its demographic development and better plan its population policies. This year's survey come as China recorded its first population decline in over six decades last year, with all eyes on the outcome of its three-child policy that allows all couples...

Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst at capital.com weighs in on signs that businesses are preparing for rainy days ahead, how pessimistic markets are right now and what to expect from the upcoming FOMC meetings in the next two months. Presented by: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Lee, CEO & CIO, Paragon Capital Management Singapore, weighs in on the boutique asset management firm's overview of market opportunities and risks; the positioning of its Paragon Alpha 1 Fund and the evolution of client needs; and the global and macro-economic outlook.     Presented by Ryan Huang Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar ( eakhtar@sph.com.sg ) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Singapore may just be a little red dot but it’s definitely standing tall alongside other wealth hubs like Hong Kong and Dubai! It took the top spot in a recent Knight Frank report that assessed “super wealth hubs” in Asia Pacific. On this episode of Morning Shot - Matt Read, Head of Retail Banking at Citibank Singapore shares more about Citibank’s latest plans to open two additional satellite weal...

The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has introduced ambitious new housing standards for foreign worker dormitories, aimed at enhancing worker well-being and public health by 2030. These progressive standards align with an award winning project, initiated by the Dormitory Association Singapore Limited (DASL). It has published a handbook, an invaluable resource that offers  dormitory operators and manager...

Tim Murray, Capital Market Strategist & Vice President at T Rowe Price Associates shares insights on why markets are back in the red, whether data is pointing to the economy not doing too badly and what the high rates mean for asset allocation.  Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting ( ykaiting@sph.com.sg ) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Arcese, Portfolio Manager & Equity Analyst, Foord Asset Management, weighs in on key takeaways from US and China third-quarter earnings reports; the ongoing property crisis in China involving Country Garden and Ping An Real Estate; and expectations for China's year-on-year Q3 GDP figures.     Presented by Emaad Akhtar Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar ( eakhtar@sph.com.sg ) See omnystudio.c...

Have you ever attended events, especially outdoor ones like parties, conferences, and exhibitions. They're filled with fancy chairs, tables, and decorations that look great for a day or the event but end up as trash in a landfill. It's the dirty secret of event planning. The world of 'fast furniture' generates massive waste. But a recent award winning design could be an industry game changer.  Che...

How governments cooperate across borders to keep cyber threats at bay came into the spotlight at this week’s GovWare Conference, as critical digital infrastructures become increasingly under threat as technology advances at breakneck speed. On this episode of Morning Shot - we tackle the issue with Juliette Wilcox, Cyber Security Ambassador for Defence and Security Exports at the UK Department for...

Jay Woods, CMT, Chief Global Strategist at Freedom Capital Markets weighs in on the better than expected retail sales figures and what the Fed might do as we head into the year-end. He also shares insights into market sentiments surrounding geopolitical uncertainties and what he makes of the AI story as it unfolds. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting ( ykaiting@sph.com.sg ) See omnystu...

Francois Denimal, Managing Director, APAC, Capital Markets, FIS, weighs in on the biggest risks financial services companies have to navigate; why Singaporean firms are ahead of their peers in other markets with respect to AI and generative AI adoption; the challenges of obtaining stakeholder buy-in for AI adoption; the role company size and employee demographics play in companies' willing to try...

Looking for quality bed sheets and not sure if you are getting your bang for your buck? In this Mind Your Business episode, the conversation is about finding gaps, challenging industry norms, and redefining what luxury really means. It’s a journey of two good friends, who wanted to set the record straight about marketing gimmicks in the bedding industry and created an organic brand that embraces e...

In less than a decade, Nanyang Technological University successfully incubated 70 deep tech spin-offs with a combined value of over $820 million. Professor Louis Phee, Dean of NTU’s College of Engineering & Vice President for Innovation & Entrepreneurship and Ignacio Asial, Founder & CEO of DotBio , one of NTU’s deep tech spin-offs - weigh in on why such ventures are important to Singa...

Gregory Branch, Founder & Managing Partner of Veritas Financial Group shares his expert analysis on how bearish the market is, where consumer momentum stands at the moment, whether the Fed is done, and what investors should have on their shopping lists. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting ( ykaiting@sph.com.sg )   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s World Food Day today! Did you know that what we eat and how the food is produced are closely linked to sustaining ageing populations and their well-being?  On this episode of Climate Connections, it’s a deep dive with Francois Scheffler, Regional Vice-President of Health, Nutrition and Care for Asia Pacific at dsm-firmenich , to find out what innovative solutions can be tapped on to push comm...

On this episode of Biz-How-To, we talk about the setting up of family offices - which saw an uptick in Singapore in recent years.   Roy Ong, Co-founder & Joint Head of the Family Office Practice at Arrowdynamic Ventures , which provides independent expertise and bespoke support for family offices, Irfan Zack, General Manager of family office Yongjing Investments share their insights. Presented...

Anand Pathmakanthan, Head of Regional Equity Research, Maybank Investment Banking Group, weighs in on the major findings from Malaysia's budget for 2024; whether it met analysts' expectations; the current state of Malaysia's economy; and the beneficiaries in equities from Malaysia's budget.       Presented by Ryan Huang Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar ( eakhtar@sph.com.sg ) See omnystudio.com/liste...

A delightful blend of leadership and ice cream! That’s what we will be talking about in our C-Suite conversation on Mind Your Business - a unique journey of a leader who not only makes and serves up scoops of ice cream but also discovers the sweet spot in leadership. Paul Simos, Vice President and Managing Director for Southeast Asia and Korea at VMware shares how his passion for the frozen treat...

The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) is a critical economic indicator that provides insights into a country's manufacturing sector's health and direction. It helps assess economic performance, anticipate shifts in the business cycle, and inform decisions by measuring factors like new orders, inventory, and employment. Stephen Poh, Executive Director at the Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Mat...