Let's Talk, Singapore

Singaporeans are leading travel recovery in the region, with most planning three trips over the next year. But is it enough to sustain communities across the Asia Pacific who are struggling to rebuild? Omri Morgenshtern, CEO, Agoda shares his views on what more can be done.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore Fintech Festival is back. And the Talent Pavilion which has been one of the mainstays of the event is also back and in-person. So what can career-seekers expect from the Talent Pavilion this year?  Sopnendu Mohanty, Chief FinTech Officer, Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) shares more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From what to expect from UK's new Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as he takes over running the country to US and UK's relationship moving forward.  Antonio Fatas, Professor of Economics, INSEAD & The Portuguese Council Chaired Professor of European Studies to share more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katrina Cokeng, CEO and Co-founder, Xen Capital discusses whether the impact on loan demand from higher interest rates, as well as her observations on where investors are moving towards in the view of rising rates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Those plagued with long-lasting effects from Covid-19 has turned to TCM clinics to find a natural, long-term and effective solution. And even though some may argue that the vaccine, aka Western medicine is doing most of the heavy lifting, others like Eu Yan Sang considers this a success in marrying both TCM treatments and Western medicine. Dominic Wong, Group CEO, Eu Yan Sang International shares...

Helsinki Partners offers international investors access to deal flow from both the thriving Helsinki startup ecosystem as well as the whole of Finland. No matter if you are an early-stage investor, a VC, a CVC or a financial institution, they are ready to help you succeed. Clarisse Berggårdh, CEO, Helsinki Partners shares more details on their newly launched Finbound Helsinki programme.  See omnys...

From India Prime Minister Narendra Modi saying in a speech to soldiers that India sees war with China as their last resort to nn air strike killing at least 50 people at a concert in Myanmar and the latest from Malaysia's general election.  Dr. Felix Tan, Political Observer, Nanyang Technological University gives an analysis on those headlines and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

The Breakfast Huddle speaks to Keith Kam, Journalist, BFM89.9 in KL on the latest developments leading up to Malaysia's 15th general election.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's Breakfast Brief, we talk about how UK markets are welcoming the news of Rishi Sunak winning party support to become the next Prime Minister, but on the other hand investors selling off as they brace for a third term for Chinese president Xi Jinping. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Arcese, Portfolio Manager and Equity Analyst, Foord Asset Management , discusses companies have been coping with inflationary pressures, and how investors can navigate the backdrop of rising costs and rates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just two years ago, construction worksites resembled abandoned ghost towns, as measures were enforced to suspend all construction work to stem the transmission of Covid-19. In the present day, it was almost unimaginable for the construction industry to not only recover, but bounce back with strength.  Bruce Wells, Vice President of Asia, Procore shares more on how those in the industry can keep up...

In today's world, there is no doubt that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things are technologies that can be used to improve people’s lives in important ways. But here comes the difficult question, how do we regulate AI to ensure that ethical standards are kept in place? Reggie Townsend, Director Data Ethics Practice, SAS shares his views on this.  See omnystudio.com/listener for...

From Chinese President Xi Jinping assuming a rare third term to him revealing a new leadership team stacked with all this loyalist.  Dr. Oh Ei Sun, Senior Fellow, Singapore Institute of International Affairs gives us an analysis on those headlines and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's Breakfast Brief, we look at yet another disappointing quarter by Snap due to advertising woes, and Liz Truss resigning as UK Prime Minister which sets in motion another leadership race. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tommy Xie, Head of Greater China Research and Strategy, OCBC Bank, discusses what's in store for the leadership reshuffle for China's government at its National Congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Love, Bonito is now expanding into 10 key markets across three regions: Southeast Asia, East Asia as a huge market and potential among Asian diasporas in Australia and the United States. The brand has also just acquired an established activewear brand from Singapore. This acquisition of an activewear brand marks a significant milestone for Love, Bonito as it is one of their first steps into reshap...

If you have been on a bathroom accessory shopping trip before, you might notice a very familiar name, Kohler. The brand offers a wide range of luxury bathroom & kitchen products such as toilets, showers, faucets, taps & baths. And just recently their experience center in Singapore celebrated its fifth year anniversary.  Leo Leong, General Manager – K&B South and North East Asia, Kohler...

Synopsis: On the third Friday of every month, The Straits Times examines various facets of the US-China rivalry and its implications for Asia. Join Charissa Yong and Danson Cheong - ST’s US and China correspondents respectively based in Washington DC and Beijing - as they chat about the national security messaging that Washington and Beijing have been putting out recently in the US National Securi...

In today's Breakfast Brief, we discuss Tesla's latest quarterly results which was weighed down by production and delivery issues, and the warnings growing louder for a recession with Jeff Bezos the latest to join the chorus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane Oliver, Head of Investment Strategy & Chief Economist, AMP Capital discusses how worried investors need to be as more business leaders share their concerns about the economic growth outlook, amid signs of consumer spending still being resilient. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From restaurants, confectioneries and tea merchants to goldsmiths and traditional Chinese medicine shops, they embody the ethos of the communities who live in the area. And back in September, The National Heritage Board (NHB) launched its Street Corner Heritage Galleries for Chinatown with 11 participating heritage businesses.  Kelly Tan, Assistant Director (Education & Community Outreach), Na...

There have been a lot of recent high-profile attacks in the past few weeks, some of which are very prominent organisations. But should businesses negotiate with cyberattackers? What is the process like?  Guy Segal, VP of Cyber Security Services for Asia Pacific, Sygnia shares more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the possibility of UK's Prime Minister Liz Truss losing her job and her likely replacement.  Chris Humphrey, Executive Director, EU-ASEAN Business Council shares more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's Breakfast Brief, we discuss what lifted Netflix's Q3 earnings report, the future of its ad-based model, as well as the company's message to shareholders to focus more on revenue metrics rather than subscriber numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitul Kotecha, Head of Emerging Markets Strategy, TD Securities,  discusses the issues weighing on the British pound, as well as what level Japanese authorities will be comfortable with for the yen, which is at 32-year lows and close to weakening past 150 per dollar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.