Let's Talk, Singapore

Silver has outperformed gold in recent months, and Fresnillo has been one of the biggest beneficiaries. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang unpack the company’s Mexican mining operations, its exposure to global metals markets, and the bull and bear case after the stock’s meteoric rise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore’s political landscape shifted this week following the removal of Pritam Singh as Leader of the Opposition, after Parliament voted that he was unsuitable to continue in the role and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong withdrew the designation. The move marks a significant moment in Singapore’s parliamentary history, with implications for how the Leader of the Opposition role is under...

We turn up the heat for International Hot and Spicy Food Day! This week’s breakfast show quiz tests your spice knowledge across culture, history and business. Fom the origins of sambal, wasabi, to the chilli that broke the internet, play along and see how well you really know your spice facts!   Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Tr...

Prime projects had their moment, but 2026 could be all about the suburbs. As a large majority of new launches are slated to hit the Outside Central Region, Ismail Gafoor, Executive Chairman of PropNex breaks down what buyers and investors should watch for in the year ahead. Produced and presented by Audrey Siek Photo credit: ST Photo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JPMorgan Chase kicks off earnings season with a mixed but solid quarter: EPS beats, revenue growth and strategic expansion into Apple Card, all while facing headwinds in investment banking and regulatory risk. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down what matters most for investors ahead of 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As digital platforms continue to shape how people discover and evaluate businesses, online reviews have become an increasingly influential part of everyday decision-making. One-star reviews, in particular, can shape perceptions quickly and publicly, often carrying more weight than many positive experiences combined. Debbie Yong, F&B industry observer and founder of branding and communications...

Stocks slipped for a second straight session as tech and chip stocks pulled back, with Nvidia and Broadcom leading the declines amid Chinese trade restrictions. Despite headline weakness in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, smaller-cap and commodity-linked assets continue to show strength. Steve Sosnick, Chief Strategist at Interactive Brokers, unpacks whether this is healthy market rotation or a warnin...

Markets slipped from record highs as investors sold banks despite JPMorgan’s earnings beat, highlighting growing unease over policy risk and valuation. This episode unpacks why strong results weren’t enough to lift financials, how President Trump’s proposed credit-card rate caps and other interventionist ideas are rattling investors, and what softer core CPI means for the Fed&rsq...

What happens when the future doesn’t unfold gradually, but jolts forward in sudden, shocking leaps? Charu Chanana, Chief Investment Strategist, Saxo  explores the firm’s  Outrageous Predictions for 2026,  a set of low probability but high impact scenarios designed to challenge conventional thinking. From quantum computers threatening digital security and artificial intel...

Turning creativity into income isn’t easy, especially when every product is handmade. So what does it take to turn a side hustle into a viable business? On the Breakfast Show, Billy Chow, founder of Velvethoop Customs , breaks down how he identified a niche in sneaker customisation, priced his work, managed demand, and built a sustainable creative business. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Alphabet has crossed the $4 trillion mark, overtaking Apple and cementing Google’s place among the world’s most valuable companies. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang unpack the latest stock move, explain why investors are betting big on Google’s AI and cloud ambitions, and discuss whether the market’s optimism is getting ahead of fundamentals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Singapore has expressed grave concern over the United States’ military intervention in Venezuela, emphasising its commitment to international law and the principles of the UN Charter, particularly the protection of sovereignty and territorial integrity for small states. The response from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs comes amid wider unease across the Asia-Pacific over how major power acti...

Adulting is hard: from bills to appointments to subscriptions, the mental load is real. Enter  Admin Night : a TikTok-fueled trend where friends gather, pour some wine, snack, and tackle life admin together.  We explore how this quirky ritual boosts productivity, saves money, and even makes the dreaded “to-do list” a little more fun.   Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huan...

Aaron Wong, Founder, The Milelion,  discusses easy wins to earn more miles in 2026; why Krisflyer award availability has been hard to come by; credit cards that offer free airport limo rides and those that offer the best value for lounge access. Produced & Presented by: Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US stocks pushed to fresh record highs, shaking off political noise around a DOJ probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell, but the tension is far from over. Christine Short, Head of Research, TMX Datalinx discusses what strong Q4 earnings momentum means for 2026, and why President Trump’s renewed push to cap credit card fees is unsettling bank stocks. We also look at consumer credit health as a ke...

Capital One is under the spotlight after President Donald Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates at 10%. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang examine how Capital One has reacted in the markets, why this proposal matters more to Capital One than most banks, and how the company has been performing operationally. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beekeeping in Singapore has evolved beyond conservation into education, enterprise, and legacy-building. On Mind Your Business, John Chong, founder of BEE Amazed Garden joins the Breakfast Show to share how his work with universities, premium venues, and regional partners is empowering the next generation to be “BEE entrepreneurial” while building a viable sustainability-driven busines...

Before podcasts, playlists, and streaming, there was radio; the medium that changed the way the world communicated. Emaad, Ryan & Audrey dive into the stories of invention, innovation, and the magic that made radio the world’s first truly mass medium.   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pix...

Parliament sat yesterday with a packed agenda, from the swearing-in of a new cohort of Nominated MPs to debates on healthcare financing and the review of political salaries. This episode of Morning Shot recaps what stood out from the sitting so far, including what the backgrounds of the new NMPs may add to debates, and the key pressure points raised over upcoming IP rider changes. With sittings co...

As markets respond to the latest U.S. economic data and expectations for further Fed rate cuts into 2026, the fixed income landscape is shifting alongside a softer U.S. dollar. In this episode, we examine what this means for duration positioning, whether calm corporate credit spreads are masking deeper risks, and why emerging market debt is back in focus. Pierre Chartres, Investment Director, Fixe...

Internships aren’t just for fresh grads anymore!  From unpaid roles to eye-watering $10,000-a-month stints, we unpack why internship pay varies so wildly, and whether there’s really a secret formula to landing the big bucks.    Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo credit: Chng Choong Hiong (ST) Music...

From R&D and ingredient integrity to pricing and scale, building a functional beverage brand isn’t as simple as it looks. Join the Breakfast Show as they invite John Duprat, Founder & CEO, Alchemy Affair to discuss the business realities behind drinkable wellness, from scaling challenges to staying credible in a crowded market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RTX has been one of the most volatile defense stocks to start 2026, caught between political pressure on dividends and buybacks and renewed optimism around higher U.S. defense spending. On Companies to Watch, Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down why RTX shares sold off and rebounded in quick succession, how the company has been performing operationally, and what investors should watch next as policy,...

Singapore’s restaurant sector is entering 2026 after a year of elevated churn, with thousands of new outlets opening in 2025 even as a large number shut — particularly among sit-down restaurants operating on thin margins. Rising rents, higher labour and ingredient costs, and more cautious consumer spending have sharpened pressures on mid- to upper-tier establishments, at a time when re...

It's apt that we talk a lot about money on Money FM 89.3! So why not make some fun out of it? It's time for historical money-related trivia! Play along and see how you fare!   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 privac...