Let's Talk, Singapore

She left a stable career in government, risked financial ruin, and built a business that now changes hundreds of lives. In this episode of Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show speaks with Lydia Lok, Founder, Curious Thoughts Academy & Curious Thoughts Giving to learn how she risked everything to build a social enterprise that bridges education inequality. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

CoreWeave burst onto the scene in March 2025 and quickly crossed the US$100 mark on the back of a booming AI demand wave. But after a strong Q3, the stock is slipping thanks to guidance cuts and data-centre delays.  Dan Koh and Ryan Huang explore the upside, the cap-ex risks, and what investors should really be watching before buying into the hype. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Singapore has dropped its “30 by 30” ambition, the goal of producing 30% of its nutritional needs locally by 2030, and replaced it with revised targets for fibre and protein production by 2035. The shift comes amid farm closures, cost pressures, and a tougher funding climate for the agri-tech sector. Under the new plan, Singapore aims to produce 20% of its fibre needs, such as leafy gr...

We often see shows about hoarders who refuse to throw out old DVDs and cassette tapes (what are those?). But now, more and more of us are hoarding something different. How many photos do you have on your phone right now? A few thousand? And what about your email inbox? If the numbers shock you, you might just be a digital hoarder. A local study found that about 7 in 10 office professionals admit t...

Air India has not been having an easy time with its balance sheets lately - a situation made worse by the deadly crash of one of its 787 Dreamliners in Ahmedabad earlier this year. Now, the airline is seeking a US$1.1 billion lifeline from its shareholders, Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines. On the Bigger Picture Shukor Yusof, Founder & Analyst, Endau Analytics, breaks down whether Air India's...

Assessments pertaining to an individual's industry knowledge, personality traits and interpersonal skills have become the primary means of determining candidate viability in the job interview process.  But in some quarters, gamification is being added to the mix to give employers a flavour of what it might actually be like to work with these candidates outside of stellar paper credentials and...

What does it take to build a company around a technology most people can’t yet see or touch? After all, quantum technology isn’t science fiction anymore, it’s becoming a business. The Breakfast Show invites Dr Goh Koon Tong, Co-Founder and Chief Technologist of Squareroot8 Technologies to explore the use and commercializing cases of quantum technology, what the business model for...

After a surprise earnings miss and a 7 percent share-price tumble, the world’s largest beauty company is re-writing its playbook. From China’s cautious consumer recovery to a €4 billion luxury deal with Kering that gives it Gucci, Bottega Veneta and Balenciaga in its fragrance stable, Dan Koh and Audrey Siek unpack how L’Oréal is navigating slower growth, rising compe...

A record 55 organisations have earned a spot on this year’s  Great Place To Work® Singapore Best Workplaces™ list — recognised for building high-trust, people-first cultures. But the latest Insights Report 2025 also highlights a challenge for the wider workforce: only one in five employees in typical workplaces say they trust their leaders. Evelyn Kwek, Managing Director...

After 40 days of gridlock, the U.S. Senate has advanced a funding bill that could finally reopen the government, and Wall Street is cheering. The Nasdaq 100 jumped 2 percent while Treasury yields edged higher, signaling relief after a selloff. Meanwhile, Warren Buffett’s farewell letter struck a tone of patience, with Berkshire Hathaway sitting on more than US $300 billion in cash. Dan Koh s...

Philanthropy in Asia is entering a new chapter — one where business, culture, and purpose converge to create lasting impact. As the  Business and Philanthropy Forum 2025 returns to Singapore, this year’s edition introduces the “Celebrities for Good” theme and a new partnership with Weibo, marking a shift toward cross-sector and cross-cultural collaboration. John Zheng,...

Global growth is up, confidence is down, and Singapore’s economy is quietly outperforming. Dan Koh and S&P Global Market Intelligence’s Pan Jingyi break down what the latest PMI data mean for investors, sectors to watch, and the macro risks shaping the rest of 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can empowering the marginalised become ASEAN’s next growth engine? The Breakfast Show speaks with Izlyn Ramli, CEO of Maybank Foundation , on how the R.I.S.E. programme is turning disability and disadvantage into entrepreneurship and economic independence across the region. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re diving into wardrobes and productivity; yes, your clothes might actually make you work better! From pyjamas on Zoom calls to “work-mode” outfits, we explore the science of enclothed cognition and how dressing (even at home) can help you switch on, set boundaries, and boost confidence. Tune in for tips on how your outfit could be your secret productivity hack!   Present...

Singapore’s banking heavyweights, DBS, OCBC, and UOB, have released a mixed set of Q3 results. With margins narrowing, loan growth softening, and provisions rising, what do their earnings tell us about the health of Singapore’s economy and the road ahead for investors? Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar break down who’s holding up best, who’s under pressure, and what it all says abou...

Todd Rabold, Investment Management Partner, Callan Family Office , discusses the market's pullback and ongoing concerns about high valuations in the AI space; what a 22-year high for layoffs in October could mean for Fed policy; the Supreme Court's hearing on the legality of trade tariffs; and his overall outlook through year-end. Produced & Presented by: Emaad Akhtar  See omnystudio.com/...

We all love to read or share a famous quote or two occasionally when we're seeking some inspiration. Sometimes we know whom these sayings are attributed to, and sometimes not (other times, we may guess based on hearsay). On today's Breakfast Quiz, Emaad puts Audrey to the test.  Who said it? Listen in, play along and find out!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek   Pro...

From a sharp tech sell-off and an unexpected drop in US private jobs to mixed results at Singapore’s big banks and the STI hitting fresh highs, investors face a lot of moving parts. Dan Koh hosts Abhilash Narayan, Investment Strategist at HSBC Private Banking , for a deep dive into valuation pressures, economic signals, what Singapore’s latest trio of banks' earnings results tell us ab...

With more than 3 billion players worldwide, gaming is evolving into a creator-driven economy. But what happens when AI thinks like a game developer? The Breakfast Show invites Pavel Bains, CEO of Ambitionz to discuss how AI tools like Cipher are making it possible for anyone to build and monetise their own games and what that means for Asia’s fast-growing digital market. See omnystudio.com/l...

From millet burgers to blank Happy Meals and a zesty tom-yum burger, McDonald’s is shaking up its menu, and investors are wondering if it can still serve growth with a side of profits. Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar dig into the fast-food giant’s latest results, value-meal strategy, and global expansion plans. The world’s biggest burger chain may still be flipping patties — but c...

U.S. equities bounced back midweek as investors cheered signs that the Supreme Court may be open to reining in former President Trump’s sweeping tariffs. Hopes of a rollback boosted trade-exposed sectors while chipmakers like AMD led a rebound in the AI complex after a bout of valuation jitters. However, with the government shutdown now the longest in U.S. history and key federal progra...

Let's say you're all ready to enjoy a wonderful stay at your Airbnb. And you walk in to find some cracks in the walls. Or halfway through your stay, you mistakenly spill some red wine on the owner's plush white carpets. Whether it's pre-existing or unintentional damage, accidents do happen. So the question is, how can you handle them in the best way possible? Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share some...

Behind every “healthy” brand is a real business model, one that needs to survive costs, competition, and changing tastes. The Breakfast Show invites Cynthea Lam, Founder of Super Farmers , to share how she manages innovation, pricing, and diversification in Singapore’s crowded wellness space, and why simplicity remains her most powerful strategy. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

From a packed rental market, 90-plus percent occupancy, and to a fresh SGX listing, Coliwoo is taking Singapore’s co-living story public. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down the IPO, the demand drivers keeping beds full, and the milestones that will make or break the stock. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With U.S. tech giants showing signs of fatigue and Asia’s growth stories regaining investor attention, is a global equity rotation finally taking shape? Aadil Eebrahim, Global Head of Equities at Klay Group, breaks down the shifting market dynamics, Japan’s renewed momentum, and the thematic trends shaping portfolios for the year ahead. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com...