Let's Talk, Singapore

More than 70 years is what it took to build the brand to where it is today. As one of the leading pioneers of modern sneaker culture, it is hard to ignore the influence that Adidas has in the sports and lifestyle industry. But after a couple of missteps and a failed partnership with one of the biggest rap stars in the world, how is the brand with 3 stripes faring in this largely competitive market...

Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has convened the Electoral Boundaries Review Committee - or EBRC for short. This comes ahead of the country’s next General Election, which must be held by 23rd November 2025, and the first under the country’s fourth-generation leadership led by PM Wong. So, what are the next steps, and what are the possible movements we might see? On this...

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, mental wellbeing has been put in the spotlight across the world. But, is mental health talk enough, and what can be done to better weave mental wellbeing into work and social policies? On this episode of Mind Your Business, Sabrina Ooi, Co-Founder & CEO of Calm Collective Asia - an organisation with the mission to normalise mental health conversations in Asia -...

A rapidly growing wildfire broke out some 80 kilometres north of Los Angeles, burning about 5.3 square kilometres. The Hughes Fire in the Castaic Lake area of Los Angeles County has forced mandatory evacuations with warnings of "immediate threat to life". Meanwhile, two major fires - the Palisades and Eaton Fires - which have been burning in the metropolitan area for more than two weeks, continue...

Let’s talk about something that always steals the show during Chinese New Year— Food! As we slither into the Year of the Snake, we've seen some innovative things to choose from, plus some quirky snake-inspired treats you can find this year. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad talk about their favourites, and what they'd love to try!    Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akht...

Michael Lau, Chairman of Consensus Hong Kong, discusses why he's more bullish about the outlook for cryptocurrencies and digital assets than last year. He also shares what questions investors and traders should ask themselves before snapping up any memecoins. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The COVID-19 pandemic might not have been the best of times for many businesses but ironically, that trying period fuelled new opportunities for one clean energy entrepreneur from Singapore, who’s turning waste cooking oil into bio-diesels. On this episode of Mind Your Business,  Allan Lim, Founder & CEO of Alpha Biofuels shares his journey. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Hua...

The recent high-profile Income-Allianz saga led to the Singapore government’s unprecedented intervention and a swift amendment of the Insurance Act. That incident also sparked widespread debates about the relevance and role of co-ops in Singapore.  Ahead of Singapore’s co-op movement’s centennial milestone later this year, on this episode of Morning Shot,  Ang Hin Kee,...

Jay Woods, CMT, Chief Global Strategist at Freedom Capital Markets shares his insights on the latest market action over the last 24 hours after President Donald Trump took office at the White House, the positive momentum in the markets right now and whether Trump's intention to ramp up drilling will affect the EV sector. He also weighs in on market action surrounding Netflix, Procter & Gamble,...

Congratulations to the 170 million Tiktok users in the U.S! After just a 14 hour ban, the app lives to see another day, with President Trump’s 75-day extension. But what’s exactly behind the drama with Tiktok, data and security? Now that China’s Xiaohongshu picks up in popularity in light of this drama, why are Americans going to  another Chinese company?    Presen...

In an ironic turn of events, American ‘TikTok refugees’ are flooding to yet another Chinese social media platform amid TikTok’s uncertain future. Aside from topping the download charts on iTunes and Google Play store, the migration of these users to XiaoHongShu, or Red Note, is also boosting shares of some mainland consumer stocks linked to the Chinese app. From a digital marketi...

Do you ever find yourself using phrases such as "bite the bullet" and "paint the town red" and wondering how they even came about? Emaad and Ryan explore the origins of these two famous sayings and a handful more on One-Liners Day!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by Emaad Akhtar Photo & music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors...

Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank discusses how markets are enjoying a reprieve after US President Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders but fell short of aggressive tariffs on major trade partners. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The banking landscape is experiencing a dynamic shift like never before. And one of the biggest drivers to this change is thanks to the increasing demand for convenience, instant gratification, and the ability to get access to products or services anytime and anywhere. But are banks doing enough to ensure a seamless experience for all? From pioneering new banking approaches, to creating seamless,...

Recent monsoon surges in Singapore dumped historic bouts of rainfall across the island over the past few weeks. Monsoon surges occur more often during the wet phase of the north-east monsoon and are more intense between November and January. What impacts might the recent intense monsoon rains have on Singapore's topography & future land-use? On this episode of Breakfast Special,  Edward P...

It’s a stock that’s backed by the new US president, has a market cap of nearly US$9 billion, but a lack of brokerages covering the stock. Even on the back of a third-quarter net loss of $19.2 million on revenue of $1 million, shares of this company are up almost 40% in the past 3 months! Learn more about Trump Media & Technology Group with Dan Koh and Ryan Huang today as they figur...

Malaysia’s economy is projected to sustain steady growth in 2025 of above 5%, despite slowing in the last quarter of 2024, signalling risks ahead in the year ahead.  Even with uncertainty looming over the impact of Donald Trump’s trade policies, analysts say that the newly launched Johor-Singapore special economic zone is poised to spark renewed interest on the business front. Wha...

It is no secret that Donald Trump is a maverick. And this doesn't just apply to him politically, but on the personal front too. Trump has famously strange dietary habits, including a preference for fast-food chain restaurants and a penchant for Diet Cokes. Emaad and Ryan delve into some interesting Trump trivia!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by Emaad Akhta...

Matt Taylor, Senior Director, FTI Consulting, discusses how Donald Trump's first days in office will steer market sentiment, especially in the crypto space where the 47th US President has launched his own memecoin, $TRUMP. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you thought Nvidia was the best performing stock of 2024, think again. With a staggering 340% gain in stock price, Palantir’s price surge makes the AI darling’s 190% rather measly… But what’s driving its massive success? Does its valuation justify its price point today? And what’s in it for the future of the software company? Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they ex...

Donald Trump is set to be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States on 20th January at 12 p.m. E.S.T.  While the president traditionally assumes his powers outdoors in front of the Capitol building, with a large crowd of spectators witnessing the ceremony, Trump has moved the event inside the Capitol Rotunda amid forecasts of extreme cold. In one of his first acts as president, Trum...

According to the OECD, the global economy is projected to remain resilient in 2025 despite significant challenges. With predictions for the year ahead being shaped by factors such as shifting policies, global trade tensions, as well as the impact of emerging technologies like AI, how should investors navigate risks and capitalise on opportunities? Abel Lim, Head of Wealth Management Advisory and S...

Barnabas Gan, Acting Group Chief Economist & Head, Market Research, RHB Bank shares the various likely economic scenarios that will play out once Donald Trump takes office as the US president. They include the Blackest of Swans (Sizeable risk 30%) Realistic Hope (Base case 60%), and A Beautiful World (Improbable 10%). He also breaks down what it will all mean for Singapore in 2025. Produced/Pr...

Put Nvidia or any other AI stock aside. The true winner of 2024 has got to be Quantum Computing. If you did a quick review of the biggest market movers last year, shares of Rigetti and Quantum Computing rallied more than 1000%! But since then, sentiment in 2025 has been relatively sour… Why is it? And is there an investment case for the quantum computing landscape? Join Dan Koh and Ryan Hua...

Identifying financing needs for climate action is not straightforward, especially when it comes to finding equal footing and funding. With government budgets already strained and differences in standards and expectations, as seen with the stalled negotiations at COP29, the private sector is set to play an increasingly larger role in closing the gap. As part of efforts to recognise the importance o...