Let's Talk, Singapore

Singapore’s car leasing sector has seen significant upheaval over the past year, with more than 220 firms shutting down in 2025 alone. As rental companies fold and fleets are repossessed, drivers who rely on leased vehicles for their livelihoods have been left scrambling raising questions about how an industry that benefited from strong demand ended up so exposed. Kenneth Lee, Honorary Treas...

Risk appetite across Asia is surging, with capital flowing into equities and IPOs at a rapid pace. At the same time, investors are adjusting to a new US trade reality under President Trump, an uneven recovery in China, and growing questions over whether the rally can broaden beyond US technology stocks. Sean Quek, Senior Portfolio Manager of the Paragon SAGE Fund at Paragon Capital Management Sing...

US markets pushed into record territory overnight, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting fresh highs as investors piled back into Big Tech ahead of a crucial earnings wave. While Apple and Microsoft led gains, a sharp sell-off in UnitedHealth dragged the Dow lower, highlighting widening performance gaps across the market. With the Federal Reserve set to deliver its first rate decision of the yea...

From café trend to functional wellness staple, matcha is changing, and so is the business behind it. On Mind Your Business, Matcha Masta founders Tiara Hudyana and Shu-Hui Wee join the Breakfast Show to unpack the thinking behind their functional matcha products, how they source ingredients amid supply constraints, price premium products responsibly, and manage subscriptions and logistics....

As gold prices surge, pawnbrokers are back in the spotlight. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang look at MoneyMax’s recent share price jump, its earnings momentum, and what higher bullion prices mean for its secured lending and retail business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As hiring becomes more competitive and more professional interactions move online, networking has taken on a more central role in how people access opportunities. From LinkedIn outreach to virtual coffee chats, many career and business conversations now happen digitally — often before any formal application, pitch or proposal is made. Christina Tan, Founder of Sales Symphony (a sales trainin...

Singapore has long been Asia’s default relocation choice, prized for its stability, predictability and business-friendly environment. But as cities like Dubai, Hong Kong and Tokyo sharpen their pitches to global talent, the question is no longer whether Singapore is attractive, but who it is still designed for. Kay Cheong, Managing Director at The Immigration People, joins the Breakfast Show...

Money can be one of the trickiest topics in any relationship. Our listeners weighed in, and 88% say expenses should be split based on income, not equally.  What does “fair” really mean when one partner earns more? And how much transparency is actually healthy. We talk proportional spending, personal splurges, and where transparency helps — or hurts — relationships...

TC Chew, APAC Managing Director, Arup the commercial viability of High-Speed Rail for Singapore, drawing on real-time lessons from other regional models in terms of demand, costs and integration. He also talks about the importance of public-private partnerships to ensure the long-term success of HSR projects.  Produced & Presented by Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

US markets kick off a pivotal week on a steady note, with stocks rising as investors weigh fresh political headlines, looming tariff risks and a packed calendar of earnings and central bank decisions. With GDP growth running hot, profit margins at record highs and big tech earnings back in focus, the question is whether this rally can finally broaden beyond AI leaders. Todd Rabold, Investment Mana...

So you’ve accepted a job offer, and then a better one comes along. Congratulations! But what do you do - do you settle, or do you bail on the contract? We break down the etiquette, the ethics, and the real-world consequences of saying ‘thanks, but no thanks’.... without burning bridges! Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang  Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited...

Cybercrime is no longer random or opportunistic. It’s becoming organised, automated, and run like a business. On Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show is joined by Jonas Walker, Director of Threat Intelligence at Fortinet , to discuss how cybercrime is evolving into a large-scale industry powered by AI and automation, why Asia-Pacific businesses are increasingly targeted, and what entrepren...

Czech-based defence group CSG jumped around 30% on its IPO debut, marking one of Europe’s biggest defence listings on record. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down what the company does, why investors piled in, and what the listing says about global defence spending trends. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Global markets start the week in wait-and-see mode as geopolitical headlines, tariff talk, and a pivotal Federal Reserve meeting collide with a heavy slate of tech earnings. Vasu Menon, Managing Director of Investment Strategy at OCBC Bank, discusses shifting market sentiment, what truly matters on the macro calendar, the implications for the US dollar and gold, and what investors should watch as...

NMN is one of the most talked-about ingredients in longevity science, but what does it actually do? On Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show invites Sally Panton, Co-Founder and CEO of Longevity Life Sciences to discuss what NMN is, how it supports NAD+ levels, the business and science behind Longevity Life Sciences, and what the future of healthy ageing looks like across APAC. See omnystudio.com...

Your brain isn’t built for endless concentration, it naturally cycles through peaks and dips in energy roughly every 90 minutes, a pattern known as  ultradian rhythms . When you align your work with these natural focus waves, you can get more done with less strain.  This episode breaks down how these rhythms work and how to structure your day around them for better performance. See...

Ubisoft suffered one of the worst selloffs in its history after announcing a sweeping restructuring, cancelling multiple games and cutting guidance. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they discuss how rising development costs and franchise pressure are shaping the company’s outlook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Donald Trump’s new Board of Peace has quickly become a point of division among governments, as its mandate appears to stretch beyond Gaza toward a broader role in managing global conflicts. The initiative has reopened questions about how peace-building is organised internationally, and how new US-led frameworks sit alongside the United Nations system. Ja Ian Chong, Associate Pro...

Language moves fast, and if you’re a millennial trying to keep up with Gen Z and Gen Alpha, the struggle can be real. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad (try to) break down the latest slang you need to know, plus the latest viral names taking over the “Karen” spot.   Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music cr...

Greenland has been in the news cycle of late, but how much do you really know about this autonomous territory? Play along and find out!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stocks extended their rally as trade tensions with Europe eased, lifting the Dow 300 points and pushing the S&P 500 and Nasdaq higher, fueled by Nvidia, Microsoft, and Meta. David Abella, Director of Investments with GoalVest, discusses rich valuations, tech bubble fears, and potential tariff shocks as well as why there is now a "mountain of worry" ahead in 2026.  See omnystudio.com/liste...

After a rocky start to the week, global markets are finding their footing as US small caps extend a historic winning streak, AI enthusiasm lifts tech stocks, and investors weigh shifting geopolitical and policy signals from Washington to Tokyo. With headlines driving sharp swings in sentiment, Aadil Ebrahim, Group Head of Equities at Klay, discusses what is really powering this rebound, how to thi...

Singapore loves milk tea, but it’s also a place deeply rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In this episode of Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show invites Sebastian Ang, Co-founder of Amacha , to discuss why he chose to blend TCM-inspired herbal tea with modern milk tea culture, how Amacha makes herbs palatable and enjoyable, how it positions itself against bubble tea giants, and what...

Japan’s bond market is back in the spotlight, and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group is feeling the impact. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down SMFG’s plan to expand its JGB holdings, why bond exposure matters for banks, and how the broader interest-rate shift is reshaping the sector. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Five months after the sudden closure of The Projector, a familiar team is returning to a familiar space. Filmhouse is set to open at Golden Mile Tower, taking over the former three-screen cinema, retaining its murals, hall names, and much of the spirit that made the venue a cultural fixture for indie film lovers. But this is more than a reopening story. John Lui, Senior Film Correspondent, Straits...