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In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, brands are constantly striving to differentiate themselves and connect with their audiences. Earning recognition as a Superbrand - an award given to brands that are considered to be the best in their category - can significantly boost a company’s credibility, but the process isn’t easy. For businesses aiming to be recogniz...

Daphne Tan, Director of Business Development, CMC Markets Singapore discusses why odds of a rate cut at the next FOMC meeting are creeping up, and what the state of US economy means for the pace of rate cuts in 2025. She also shares what's on the calendar for investors this week to watch out for. Produced/presented: Ryan Huang  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brain rot. Demure. Brat. Don't know what those words mean or how to use it? You should probably tune into today's Breakfast Bites! These are all "Words of the Year" this 2024. Who knows what words 2025 will bring? Keep an ear out—you might just hear the next "word of the year" in your daily conversations.   Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by A...

The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership has entered into force between the UK and members who ratified its accession by 16 October: Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, and Vietnam. It will enter into force shortly afterward with Australia, on 24th December, and with Canada and Mexico 60 days after they each ratify. Businesses across the U...

Thomas Rupf, CIO Asia, VP Bank dissects US PPI data; expectations for the Fed and BOJ's respective final interest rate meetings of the year; why investors may favour the mid-cap space in the current market environment; and the potential impact of China's latest stimulus measures on its economy against the backdrop of Donald Trump's tariff threats. Produced & Presented by Emaad Akhtar  See...

Despite being statistically one of the safest modes of transportation, aerophobia , or a severe fear of flying, still grips millions around the world.   Thankfully, there are some tips that can help you combat this fear - from breathing techniques, and apps that can both help normalize surprising airplane noises inflight and forecast turbulence, to exposure therapy, these tips. Emaad, Ry...

Shipping plays a pivotal role in the global economy, transporting about 80% of the world’s trade. The industry, too, accounts for around 3% of global emissions. And experts say the world will not be able to achieve carbon neutrality without tackling these emissions. In a port that never sleeps, one Singapore startup is trying to make waves of change in these choppy waters - with a vision to...

As we approach mid-December, Audrey is all about the holidays right now. She quizzes the Breakfast crew on “December Trivia”; about all things Christmas, and  things around us this month. How did the Christmas Tree become a thing? Why are candy canes shaped like canes?  Find out and play along!   Presented by Audrey Siek, Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang  Produced and...

Jay Woods, CMT, Chief Global Strategist, Freedom Capital Markets shares his first-hand experience watching President-Elect Donald Trump ring in the New York Stock Exchange bell, after being named Time's “Person of the Year”. He also weighs in on whether the tech momentum is set to carry over into 2025, if AI will continue to be the story for investors what he'll be watching out for whe...

Do you use your things for what they are worth before throwing it out? With a lot more focus placed on fighting the effects of climate change, the pace at which we’re using our planet’s resources has also come into the spotlight. According to the World Economic Forum, high-income countries use about six times more materials per capita and are responsible for 10 times more climate impac...

Tay Hwee Ling, Accounting & Reporting Assurance Leader, Deloitte Southeast Asia discusses why Southeast Asia saw a 9-year low for listings in 2024. She examines whether Singapore can rebound after being one of the worst performing in terms of IPO launches this year. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yussef Gheriani, Director of Investments and Operations , IHT Wealth Management shares his insights on the latest rise in US inflation as Americans' confidence improves, whether he's expecting a rate cut at next week's FOMC meeting and sectors that he's closely watching, and the key trajectory for oil prices in the coming months, especially with the tensions in Syria rising. Presented by: Ema...

New reports from this week say that one of the most powerful ethnic minority armed groups battling Myanmar’s army has claimed the capture of the last army outpost in the strategic western town of Maungdaw, gaining full control of the 271-kilometre-long border with Bangladesh. Rakhine has become a focal point for Myanmar’s nationwide civil war, in which pro-democracy guerrillas and ethn...

Big news for Southeast Asia! The iconic kebaya has sashayed its way onto UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Thanks to a joint effort by Singapore, Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, this traditional garment is now officially a global cultural treasure.  Audrey and Emaad chat about its rich history and some iconic kebaya types we see around us. Presented by Audrey Siek &...

With Singapore set to reach super-aged status as early as 2026, the nation’s vision centres around ageing-in-place. This brings into focus the importance of integrating medical, social and allied health services within the heartlands, something that PanCare Medical has built into its model, which adopts a more holistic approach, addressing not just medical but also functional, mental health...

2024 is drawing to a close but tensions between the US and China are nowhere near over. China has hit out at America’s latest efforts to block Beijing’s access to chip technology. This comes ahead of 2025, when Donald Trump is set to take office at the White House, and had earlier warned of an additional levy of 10 percent on Chinese imports. While a revived trade war would further des...

Kheng Siang Ng, Asia-Pacific Head of Fixed Income at State Street Global Advisors discusses how investors should navigate investing in Asia amid renewed signals of stimulus measures from China.  Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst at capital.com discusses why investors may be starting to get wary about the China stimulus signals coming through this week from policymakers. He also shares his view on whether the Chinese economy will provide any support for the AUD which has started to give back earlier gains this week, and how the Reserve Bank of Australia policy settings may hold i...

When we cook, we like to do a good job, and sometimes that means preparing more food than you actually need. It's common to keep the leftovers for a day (or four) but it also raises important questions:  how long can these leftovers be stored for?  how can you tell if your leftovers have gone south? Tune in to Breakfast Bites with Emaad, Ryan and Audrey to find out!   Presented by E...

Did you know that about 75 to 85 percent of your standard bottle of shampoo is made up of water? The haircare sector’s carbon footprint has also ballooned, becoming one of the biggest contributors of single-use plastics through the plastic packaging industry, which makes up about US$25 billion in sales globally. On this episode of 2024 OCBC Emerging Enterprise, Jlynn Chen, Founder & CEO...

Ivy Ng, Chief Investment Officer APAC, DWS discusses how investors should navigate 2025, in view of the potential tariffs and trade wars with US President Donald Trump in office. She also shares her view on which Asian markets are still attractive. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's that time of the year again, where we honour some of the greatest minds on the planet and bestow them with a coveted Nobel Prize. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey take us through 2024's winners across various categories, including Economics, Peace and Literature!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced and Edited by Emaad Akhtar Photo credit: The Straits Times Music cred...

Is your morning commute helping or hurting the start to your day? Long waits and traffic jams could cause frustration when you’re in a rush, so one company called RushOwl has come up with an on-demand model in hopes of addressing the limitations of traditional transit. They provide shuttle services based on real-time demand, and a more sustainable way of commute. On this episode of 2024 OCBC Emerg...

With conversations surrounding climate change growing, people are slowly making the switch to greener ways of getting around, in hopes of reducing their carbon footprint. But, what’s the lifecycle of an electric vehicle (EV) and how much greener are EVs compared to traditional cars? On this episode of Electric Mornings with BYD,  Teoh Cy Inn, Aftersales Director at Vantage Automotive shares his in...

It’s the time of the year when the flu season in Singapore peaks. Unlike temperate countries where flu season peaks during fall and winter, Singapore experiences influenza year-round due to its tropical climate. But, there are typically two peak seasons, occurring once from May to July and again, from November to January. On this episode of Morning Shot,  Dr Hoe Wan Sin, General Practitioner from...