Let's Talk, Singapore

According to an annual report by Heidrick & Struggles ‘Route to The Top Report’, while companies fought for survival in 2020 and mostly sought leaders with prior experience and proven track records, priorities have changed in 2021. The study found that the recent leadership pipelines include more women and individuals from different backgrounds. Jiat-Hui Wu, Partner-in-Charge,...

After a long-running bidding war, it seems like the SPH acquisition saga is finally moving into the voting stage! Terence Chua, Senior Research Analyst, Phillip Securities discuss SPH's rationale in exercising its right to terminate bidder Keppel Corp’s offer while making preparations for shareholders to vote on Cuscaden Peak’s rival offer, and Keppel Pegasus' push for the arbitration...

Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses South-east Asia's top news developments in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' regional correspondent Leslie Lopez   chats with Money FM's Elliot Danker and Bharati Jagdish. Highlights (click/tap above): 01:04 Malaysia's Prime Minister made his first official visit to Brunei for a proposal to establish VTL (Vaccinated Travel Lane) between Brunei and Ma...

In UOB's fourth quarter earnings, it reported a net profit growth of 48 per cent from the previous year on higher net interest income (NII) on the back of strong loan growth. Yeap Junrong, Market Strategist, IG  tells us how they have managed to improve from the previous quarter, some potential headwinds to expect, and his opinions on current banks valuations trading at near record highs, See...

Much has been said about the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) that was established on January 01. From cost savings to greater market access, there will be clear benefits for Singapore businesses as the world's largest trade deal comes into force. Matt Parkey, President, UPS South Asia Pacific  shares how supply chain challenges have remained a perennial issue amidst Co...

According to a recent study by ENGIE Impact on Net Zero Corporate Readiness, it was found that half of APAC companies disagree that they have mechanisms to integrate carbon in investment and business decisions. 90 percent lack confidence that business units and individuals are being incentivized to decarbonize. Amandeep Bedi, Director, Sustainability Solutions, ENGIE Impact  shares how t...

In this week's Regional Roundup, Leslie Lopez, Regional Correspondent, Straits Times  gives an analysis of the significance behind Malaysia's Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob first official visit to Brunei, Ferdinand Marcos Jr's absence in presidential forums ahead of the Philippines Presidential elections, Vietnam's decision to continue factory production despite record Covid-19...

In this morning's The Breakfast Brief, we discuss Disney's appointment of executive Mike White to lead the company’s metaverse strategy and how they are planning to usher in a new wave of business on the internet through the reconceptualization of new entertainment supplied by virtual reality devices.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the latest developments in China in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' China bureau chief Tan Dawn Wei chats with Money FM 89.3's Elliot Danker and Bharati Jagdish. Highlights (click/tap above): 00:36 Whose side will China take during the Russia-Ukraine conflict? 02:41 How will Washington's new Indo-Pacific strategy affect China? 05:02 China's technology g...

Thomas Taw, Head of APAC iShares investment Strategy, BlackRock gives an analysis of what’s driving market sentiment, his outlook for Asian markets, and where he thinks the Europe markets are headed amid tensions brewing over Russia-Ukraine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) new set of guidelines, cryptocurrency service providers should not market or advertise their services in public areas in Singapore. And with the recent dip in crypto prices, most are wondering if there is a future in crypto and if they should cash out or hold.  Dr Julian Hosp, CEO and Co-Founder, Cake DeFi  shares why he thinks the c...

In this morning The Breakfast Brief,  we discuss the ‘dramatic acceleration’ of Russian troops on Ukraine’s border which led to the closing of the US embassy in Kyiv, preparations by the United States and its European allies to defend NATO members and protect civilians as military action by Russia grew increasingly likely, and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

As we transit to the endemic phase after the last two years of fighting Covid-19, livelihoods remain the core concern of workers. For over six decades, NTUC’s focus has always been on our workers, especially the vulnerable workers and their role is more important than ever now as we progressively recover from the pandemic. Yeo Wan Ling, Director of U SME and U Women and Family, NTUC  sh...

Eyes are all on China with anticipation as the Russia-Ukraine intensifies, whose side will China take? How will Washington’s new Indo-Pacific strategy affect China and the future of the metaverse there? Tan Dawn Wei, China Bureau Chief, The Straits Times  gives an analysis of it all.  Follow The Straits Times' Asian Insider Podcast channel - co-produced with Money FM 89.3 - like us...

Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the latest developments in the United States in this weekly podcast.  Steve Okun, senior advisor, McLarty Associates, stands in for The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh who is on leave, and he chats with Money FM 89.3's Elliot Danker and Bharati Jagdish about the following points: Highlights (click/tap above): 01:43 US urges its citizens and all...

Kelvin Wong, Analyst, CMC Markets  joins us on the Bigger Picture to discuss the highlights of DBS Bank’s fourth quarter earnings report, its alignment with analysts expectations and potential headwinds for the year ahead.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the accelerated adoption of forward-looking technologies such as Augmented Reality, Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things, remote support technology will only have a larger role to play in powering Industry 4.0 and the smart factory of tomorrow. Sojung Lee, APAC President, TeamViewer  shares the benefits of augmented reality for frontline workers in the sectors of manufacturing,...

Consumers are becoming more aware of the sustainability and ethical issues associated with the products and brands with which they interact on a daily basis.  The recent COP26 summit also highlighted the magnitude of the environmental crisis, and people are now looking to businesses and leaders to make meaningful changes.  Khali Sakkas, Head of Insight, CARMA Asia  shares how brands...

In this morning's The Breakfast Brief , we discuss what Russian attack on Ukraine might look like according to a White House national security advisor, the cancellation or diverted flights to Ukraine and the departure of U.S. troops in Ukraine as Russia crisis escalates.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the US's warning of a possible Russian invasion ‘at any time’, to the significance of the US hosting the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in 2023 and finally, the discovery of ‘'Top Secret' documents found in Former US President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence, Steve Okun, Senior Advisor, McLarty Associates  gives an analysis of it all.   Follow The Str...

Phan Vee Leung, CIO, Trackrecord Asia shares what the latest US inflation numbers with the Consumer Price Index reading for January will do for Fed policy and the number of rate hikes we can expect.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tanuki Raw, a popular American-Japanese restaurant and bar first launched its outlet at Orchard Central in 2012. And a decade later, the restaurant is continuing to incubate a forward-thinking concept that anticipates how customers may want to spend their time now when they decide to head out of their homes. Howard Lo, Founder, Tanuki Raw shares some of the milestones Tanuki Raw have achieved over...

It looks like ‘corporate purpose’ is set to be one of the buzzwords for 2022. Recognizing this, Singapore is expected to announce its National Framework and Blueprint on Corporate Purpose by the end of the year, and has been holding dialogues with business leaders on the issue. Elisa Mallis, Managing Director and Vice President, APAC, Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) shares how cor...

In this morning’s The Breakfast Brief , we discuss the US inflation data which revealed a surge in inflation rate to a 40-year high, Citi economists anticipation of a 50-basis-point interest rate hike in March, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The rising number of scams happening in Singapore has made headlines all over the news. With the latest being young women being targeted in ‘leaked photo’ scams, it seems like just about everyone and anyone could fall prey to scams. Dr Annabelle Chow, Principal Clinical Psychologist, Annabelle Psychology shares how one can avoid such instances from happening and how you can prepare you...