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Not long ago, Penn Entertainment was seen as a traditional gaming company trying to find its place in a fast-evolving digital world. But that narrative is shifting — fast. In fact, that’s pushed a JPMorgan analyst to initiate an ‘overweight’ rating on PENN and a $24 price target, signaling a potential ~31% upside based on its then-current price. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang...

Todd Rabold, Investment Management Partner, Callan Family Office discusses the passing of President Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Bill in the Senate and next steps; Fed Chair Jerome Powell's comments at the ECB forum; expectations for the upcoming nonfarm payrolls report and its potential implications for future Fed interest rate decisions; and how investors should be positioning themselves in the...

Breakfast Bites today is a bit of a sore subject: getting ghosted. But we’re not talking about being ghosted on a dating app, but by a recruiter!  If that sounds familiar, you’re definitely not alone. A poll found a whopping 88% have said they’ve been ghosted while job hunting. Should we expect a polite “thanks but no thanks"? What can we do if we find ourselves in tha...

As mental health challenges continue to rise across industries, many companies are still relying on generic wellness programs that don’t always meet the real needs of their people. From burnout to disengagement, the cost of neglecting mental wellbeing is becoming too big to ignore — not just for employees, but for business performance too. So how can organisations move from ticking box...

Once a dominant force in enterprise software, Oracle spent years trailing cloud giants like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. At 48, the company has often been seen as a slow mover in a fast-paced tech landscape—until now. With a staggering $30 billion-a-year cloud deal on the table and its stock hitting record highs, Oracle is signaling a bold new chapter. So what does this mean for i...

On International Joke Day, the Breakfast crew dive into the origins of some classic jokes (think "Knock, Knock," "Yo Mama" and "Why did the chicken cross the road?") and share some jokes from around the world that may reveal a little about the culture in those countries. Have a good laugh today!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trish...

Jason Britton, Founder and CIO, Reflection Asset Management looks at how the latest market highs have been achieved on the back of the news that Canada decided to rescind its digital service tax in an attempt to bring the US back to the negotiating table. He also unpacks his outlook on various sectors including retail, energy and technology. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thomas Rupf, Co-Head Singapore and CIO Asia, VP Bank discusses how European markets are benefiting from reallocations from the USA as well as from the planned economic stimulus and armaments programmes in the EU. He examines the upside potential in view of how valuations in Europe have risen, plus the stronger euro is also having a dampening effect.  Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystu...

In a world where hybrid work is the norm and real estate costs are soaring, many companies are stuck in outdated assumptions about how much office space they really need. Empty desks and half-used floors aren’t just quirks of modern work—they’re quiet financial drains. The Breakfast Show explores the hidden cost of wasted space with Ricardo Chacón, founder of The Common Bl...

In this special episode of Companies to Watch,  Dan Koh and Ryan Huang kick off a month-long friendly stock face-off. With one pick each and reputations on the line, Dan throws his support behind Spotify, while Ryan backs Meta — and yes, they're quietly keeping score. They break down why these two tech giants caught their eye, what trends they're watching, and what could swing the perfo...

As geopolitical tensions rise, this segment looks at how international bodies like the UN are responding to conflict and whether they remain effective platforms for diplomacy. This will explore what the Israel-Iran situation reveals about the limits of multilateral consensus, how small states like Singapore continue to see value in the UN Charter, and what recent debates suggest about the future o...

Phan Vee Leung, CIO, Trackrecord discusses what's different this time fundamentally and technically with the markets, with the S&P 500 now in a bull market and hitting a new high. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've all probably experienced this before: waking up to a splitting headache, you are down with a bad cold, or you're just not feeling well. What do you do? Do you take the sick day you're entitled to, or do you find yourself feeling bad, and you end up soldiering on? If you're in the latter group, you're definitely not alone. In fact, there’s a name for this weird feeling we get: MC guilt...

Once known for affordable smartphones, Xiaomi is now chasing Tesla, Apple, and Meta—all at once. With the YU7 SUV racking up over 200,000 pre-orders in minutes, smart glasses aiming for your face, and a flagship phone keeping you plugged into their ecosystem, this isn’t just a product launch—it’s a strategy shift. Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they unpack how the tech gia...

This week's quiz hones in on some of the news headlines you may have missed from the month of June.  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 privacy information.

Ben Emons, Chief Investment Officer, FedWatch Advisors discusses how markets are pricing in the Fed's rate moves as the US dollar falls to a new 3 1/2 year low on the Euro, and amid reports of US President Trump mulling announcing a replacement for Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Low Guan Yi, Head of Asia Fixed Income, M&G Investments  discusses how evolving US policy dynamics and regulatory uncertainty have prompted investors to reassess concentration risks in their portfolios. She notes that should such exploration continue, Asian markets appear well-positioned to attract interest.  Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Fast fashion may move quickly, but the numbers don’t lie—and H&M’s latest earnings report just hit the runway. In a world where shoppers are pickier, trends are fleeting, and sustainability is no longer optional, even retail giants are feeling the pressure to reinvent. So how’s H&M holding up? Are they strutting confidently into the future—or stitching togethe...

English is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world - be it in a business, educational or social setting. Throughout the course of history, a split between British and American English developed, leading to different pronunciations of the same words.  Emaad, Ryan and Audrey explore some of these distinctions using everyday words!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang &...

In a world of shifting macroeconomic tides, Asia’s local currency bond markets are emerging as a compelling destination for global investors.  Goh Rong Ren, Fixed Income Portfolio Manager, Eastspring Investments discusses the confluence of factors behind his market outlook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a world where content is everywhere and attention is scarce, how do you make your brand stand out and grow your business? Tan Suet Keem, Co-Founder cum Chief Executive Officer, Kredence Creative Solutions joins the Breakfast show to find out how her results-driven digital agency is helping brands across Southeast Asia streamline content strategies and drive measurable growth. See omnystudio.com...

Just a few years ago, Bumble was the darling of dating tech — bold and IPO-hot. But fast-forward to 2025, and the app’s charm is fading. Stock's down over 80% from its peak. This week? A 30% layoff, a CEO shakeup, and a stock bounce back to $6.52 after hitting lows near $5. Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they unpack Bumble’s attempt to woo back investors — from mass layoff...

We have all tried different techniques to manage stress and anxiety in our lives, whether it is talk and exposure therapy, physical exercise or making healthy lifestyle choices. You may or may not have heard about a self-help method, "tapping," also known as the Emotional Freedom Technique. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey deconstruct E.F.T., its apparent benefits and why some remain skeptical.   Prese...

Mark Giambrone, Head of US Equities and Portfolio Manager/Analyst, Barrow Hanley Global Investors discusses why he remains optimistic about the market outlook despite the conflict in the Middle East and why he is staying overweight on AI investment plays.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank  discusses why we are not seeing a sense of panic in markets despite the conflict in the Middle East, where investors are appearing to be getting less sensitive to geopolitical developments. He also discusses the implications of oil price movements on economic growth and the stock market. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystud...