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Mark Newton, CMT, Managing Director & Global Head of Technical Strategy at Fundstrat Global Advisors shares his insights on the bounce in tech names like Nvidia, AppLovin and Tesla; whether he is factoring in the impact of tariffs while approaching the market right now; as well as his takeaways from the hotter-than-expected CPI numbers. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced by: Yeo Kai Ting ( ykai...

The soil beneath our feet is often forgotten and sometimes thought to be limitless and indestructible. But in fact, soil is key to feeding people, and in preserving the planet we live in.  However, data by the Food and Agricultural Organisation shows that over 33% of soils worldwide are already degraded, and if nothing is done to preserve it, a shocking 90% of the world’s soil will be d...

Maurice Meijers, Client Portfolio Manager, Fixed Income, at Robeco discusses what the hotter than expected round of January US Consumer Price Index numbers mean for the outlook for rates. He also shares how to navigate investing in fixed income with the various market uncertainties. Produced/presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's in a name? Almost everything, apparently. When our parents bestowed this incredible gift upon us, little did they probably realize the impact it would have not just on how we perceive ourselves, but how wider society perceives us.  On Get a Different Name Day, Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share the origin stories of their names and offer alternatives that they would tinker with if they had a...

Fundamentally, uniforms give members an identity. This is especially so in a corporate setting, where the colours and designs are often a symbol of how the company wants to be remembered. But sometimes, it’s not always well received among employees. Frank Yap, Founder, Apparel Empire joins The Breakfast Show to discuss how he is introducing a fresh new look on corporate uniforms today and th...

Chris Weston, Head of Research at Pepperstone shares his insights on the latest hotter-than-expected CPI numbers, inflation expectations, as well as the effects tariffs might have. He also weighed in on key areas of investment opportunities that traders can potentially look at.  Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced by: Yeo Kai Ting ( ykaiting@sph.com.sg ) Photo credits: Lucy Nicholson / File Pho...

During a recent parliamentary session, MP Liang Eng Hwa shared that he felt “very troubled” to see tuition centre staff members distributing flyers to parents outside a primary school in his constituency on the first day of school earlier this year. In response to that, the Ministry of Education says it is currently studying how to discourage tuition centres from using undesirable adve...

It’s a sweet treat that everyone loves, and the demand shows! What started as a classic school/office indulgence has grown into a passion that has created at least a half-dozen billionaires in China in the past few years. And that doesn’t seem to be slowing down amid news of Mixue’s Hong Kong IPO that is set to raise about $500 million, after Guming’s recent successful IPO...

Kim Grauer, Chief Economist at Chainalysis shares how prevalent cryptocurrency pump and dump schemes are, what signs to look out for, as well as what regulators can do to address concerns. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Characterized by hiring freezes, funding gaps, and layoffs, the ‘tech winter’ that we are familiar with has now evolved into what experts now term a ‘tech fog’. Marked by funding gaps and slower investment cycles, this new phase is widely expected to redefine the startup playbook. On this episode of Mind Your Business, The Breakfast Show invites Jecky Pelaez, Partner at Kic...

For the very first time - Elon Musk, who is now a top advisor to US President Donald Trump, has just joined Trump in the Oval Office to take questions from the media. This comes as Trump signs a new executive order seeking to "significantly reduce the size of government" by instructing heads of federal departments and agencies to undertake plans for "large-scale reductions in force". In the first...

In remarks before the Senate Banking Committee, Fed Chair Jerome Powell called the economy “strong overall” with a “solid” labor market and inflation that is easing but still above the Fed’s 2% goal. He also reiterated the central bank’s commitment to bringing inflation down and signaled that policymakers aren’t in a rush to get interest rates lower. Rick...

We’re 2 months into 2025 and BYD has yet again broken records. After its recent launch of a new driver-assistance software called ‘God’s Eye', shares of the EV maker soared to an all-time high of HKD$345 , outperforming the world's largest electric vehicle-maker Tesla on the stock market. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they cruise through BYD’s latest revolutionary innovati...

It’s Hug Day! If you are not the hugging type, that’s totally fine… but some of us (like me!) are big huggers who love to give and receive them.  Apparently, besides brightening someone else’s day, there are also some actual health benefits of hugs! Audrey, Ryan and Emaad chat about these perks, different traditions around the world, and whether or not they’re h...

What's the first thing you do when you prepare to eat a banana? You probably peel it. But should you? Research has shown that the peel of a banana, like that of many other fruits (apples, carrots, oranges, mangoes) is not only edible but contains nutrient-dense properties! Emaad and Audrey shed light on some of these properties as well as a few simple recipes you can try at home. Who knows, you mi...

Traditionally, the Chief Financial Officer’s role is predominantly focused on helping companies improve cash flow and profitability. But amid the monumental shift in the landscape of C-suites, today’s CFOs are increasingly being challenged to respond to a much broader definition of value. Christine Tan, Chief Financial Officer, APAC, Cytiva  joins The Breakfast Show to discuss wha...

From a 10% charge on all goods imported from China to a 25% on all goods entering from Canada and Mexico, US President Donald Trump had just added another one to his list: a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports! Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy, Asia at Mizuho Bank joins Dan Koh on the Bigger Picture to discuss the reactions and impact of Trump’s latest trade tariffs on...

It’s one of the 3 biggest banks in Singapore, the largest bank in Southeast Asia by assets and among the largest banks in Asia, and was named Safest Bank in Asia for the 15th consecutive year by Global Finance. To call DBS’ exponential growth since its inception might even be an understatement. And it shows in their latest financial report card. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they ma...

Latest in a slew of Trump tariffs - a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States with no exceptions or exemptions. This comes just after the US introduced 10% tariffs on goods from China, which has hit back by announcing similar charges on some US products. Meanwhile, Trump has hit the pause button - for now, at least - on imposing tariffs against imports from US neighbour...

Sevasti Balafas, CEO of GoalVest shares her insights on the latest response by investors to Trump's move to substantially raise tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, the market rotation from tech to defensive sectors, whether small and mid-cap growth names will continue to lead the charge in the emerging AI space, as well as latest employment and unemployment rates. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar Pro...

In one of the most anticipated news, DBS Group Holdings kicked off the banking trio earnings season with their Q4 2024 report card today. How should investors be reading the latest numbers? Dan Koh analyses the latest financial result with Daphne Tan, Director of Business Development, CMC Markets Singapore. Meanwhile, with Donald Trump potentially announcing new 25% tariffs on all steel and alumin...

From fraud detection, risk assessment and instantaneous customer support, AI has become an integral part of our lives. And today, it is thanks to advancements in AI and the invention of deep neural networks technology that has led to the development of AI-powered hearing aids, fundamentally changing how people with hearing loss experience the world! Sharad Govil, CEO & Chief Audiologist, Amazi...

Have you played pickleball? It’s a fast paced game that combines tennis, badminton, and table tennis; played on a smaller court, with a plastic ball. Think of it as tennis’ more approachable, social cousin... even business deals are being closed over a game or two — so maybe it’s the new golf! Audrey and Emaad chat about the history of pickleball (Why is it called that??) a...

Singapore attracted some S$13.5 billion in fixed asset investment commitments in 2024 - a 6.3 per cent increase from the S$12.7 billion secured in 2023. These investment commitments are expected to create 18,700 jobs in the next five years across services, manufacturing, and R&D and innovation, and contribute S$23.5 billion in Value-Added per annum. New areas of growth highlighted in the repor...

When thinking about the world’s most valuable/powerful company, it’s hard not to include Google on the list. After all, it handles over 70% of online search requests worldwide! But just recently, shares of the world’s most visited website dropped more than 7% after the release of its latest financial report. Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar examine the latest figures driving the price of...