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From a school project to a thriving business, two friends turned their passion for custom apparel into a company that provides tailored solutions for brand owners. Starting from humble beginnings, the company now helps businesses globally by offering production, fulfilment, and marketing support. Their mission is to make it easy for brands to focus on growth while they handle the logistics. So, in...

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit Russia for the BRICS summit in Russia next month. This was revealed by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on his recent trip to St Petersburg, Russia, ahead of Xi’s trip. Xi last visited Russia in March last year and Putin reciprocated with his own trip to China in October that year. The two leaders have since also met in Beijing in May, where Putin...

Kristina Hooper, Chief Global Market Strategist, Invesco shares her expert take on the size of rate cut that the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is likely to decide on on this week, risk that investors should be watching out for when the retail numbers are released tomorrow and whether there's a sign of weakness among consumers on big ticket purchases. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced &...

Today, Chinese around the world mark the Mid Autumn Festival. While we immediately think about mooncakes and drinking tea, there is so much more to the holiday. It’s a time for families to bond together while children play with lanterns, and we get to enjoy a full moon too. Find out the symbolism behind these activities with Audrey, Ryan and Emaad.   Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaa...

The increased awareness around getting better quality sleep has given rise to a multi-billion dollar slumber industry worldwide, with a plethora of wearable devices, mouth tapes, nostril expanders and jaw straps available to the public. But it has also given rise to "sleepmaxxers" - netizens who are obsessive about sleep and proudly display the extreme lengths they will go to in pursuit of better...

Daphne Tan, Director of Business Development, CMC Markets Singapore shares how gold prices are likely to trend further after hitting new record highs recently, as markets position for the Fed's first rate cut in 4 years. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a world where leadership is constantly tested, staying ahead requires more than just strategy - it demands vision and adaptability. For a leader who’s recently named Young Business Leader of the Year, success isn’t just about managing change, but driving it. Under her watch, her company has not only weathered economic challenges but has thrived, earning its third straight win as one of Singapor...

The Pacific typhoon season highlights the pressing need for effective strategies to protect business travellers during natural disasters. In this episode of Biz-How-To, we explore the best practices for timely communication, emergency assistance, and disaster preparedness. Learn how to balance operational continuity with traveler safety, ensure financial readiness for disruptions, and coordinate g...

Vijay Natarajan, Research Analyst, RHB Singapore, discusses what REIT investors should focus on in view of impending rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amidst the growing influence of AI in education, a new platform is redefining the tutoring experience by combining elite tutors from prestigious institutions with a personal touch. By emphasising human interaction and integrating advanced technology, this innovative approach is setting new standards in education. We speak with a pair of siblings  Cherry Goh, CEO, CTO, co-founders of Scholarly &amp...

The Festival of Ideas 2024, to be held from September 16-20, coincides with the 20th anniversary of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP), gathering global experts, policymakers, and the public to engage in discussions about the most critical challenges of today. Spanning five days, the festival will explore a wide range of topics through lectures, panel discussions, and workshops, all...

Mark Newton, CMT, Managing Director & Global Head of Technical Strategy, Fundstrat Global Advisors dives into motivation behind the optimism and market tailwinds at the moment, how the latest data is driving some short term fear, as well as what is on his playbook going into the rest of the year. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credit...

Are you superstitious? When it comes to bad luck, this day is pervasive in Western culture as a day to be cautious. Even believers can’t quite explain why – and it dates back to the 19th century when the tales of misfortune came about.  Audrey, Emaad and Ryan chat about different popular superstitions around the world; specifically some that revolve around money. Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Hua...

Platinum group metals (PGM) - a group of precious metals - such as platinum, palladium and rhodium, are traditionally recovered through underground and open pit mining within a linear economy, where the ore is mined, transformed into products and then disposed of as waste at the end of their lives. These metals are often used in catalytic converters for cars, buses, trucks, and other industrial pr...

Brenda Vingiello, Chief Investment Officer, Sand Hill Global Advisors shares her insights on how the US Presidential Election is impacting movements in the markets, how the Trump trade is set to pan out in the coming months, rate cut expectations, as well as on portfolio basis, whether she'd be leaning towards the small and mid-cap space away from tech. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced & Edit...

Rana Gupta, Senior Portfolio Manager, India Equity Specialist, Manulife Investment Management discusses how the Digital, Deglobalisation, Decarbonization, Demography, and Deficit reduction themes are creating scalable and sustainable growth opportunities. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two very contrasting visions of America were on display during the first and possibly only presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump.  Debate night encapsulated the gambles that each candidate is taking in this hotly contested campaign, covering a wide range of key policy issues including the economy, abortion rights, immigration, Russian war i...

What do sitting in an office chair, on an airplane or in a car for a prolonged period have in common? They could all lead to Dead Butt Syndrome! Also known as gluteal amnesia, this condition can arise when the muscles in your backside become so weak from inactivity that they seem to forget how to function. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey reveal a couple of simple experiments you can conduct to find out whe...

A new handheld device is set to address a significant challenge in treating Otitis Media with Effusion (OME), a common condition causing hearing loss in children. Traditional ear tube surgeries, often requiring general anaesthesia and complex equipment, can be inaccessible, especially in under-resourced areas. This innovative technology simplifies the procedure, offering a more accessible and less...

Willie Keng speaks to Ritesh Ganeriwal, Head of Investment and Advisory, Syfe  about what traders and investors will focus on during the US election debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump; the impact of Apple's latest launch event on its earnings and share price; China's deflationary worries and the repercussions for the economy, corporate earnings and equities; as well as how investors sho...

Phillip Streible, Chief Market Strategist, Blue Line Futures shares his insights on market volatility following the US Presidential Debate between Harris and Trump, what investors should be looking out for in terms of supply disruptions with Tropical Storm Francine potentially hitting nine major oil platforms in the Gulf of Mexico, and how might inflation indicators affect the price of gold and ot...

Here’s an exclusive news for Money FM 89.3 listeners, who get to hear this first: FairPrice Group, Singapore’s leading food retailer and social enterprise, is launching a groundbreaking series of nutrition-focused campaigns aimed at enhancing community health. This major initiative follows the recent launch of their FairPrice City Square Mall, which features a lower carbon footprint and a zero foo...

Singapore has just passed a new Platform Workers Bill - aimed at ramping up protection for platform workers such as delivery riders and private-hire and taxi drivers. They will see higher Central Provident Fund (CPF) contributions to support their housing and retirement adequacy, work injury compensation and representation in union-like associations.  The increased CPF contributions will gradually...

What is your favourite way to pay for something nowadays? New research by Xero reveals that Singapore’s younger generations are leading the shift to digital payments... with 30% of Singapore consumers only carrying their mobile phones to pay when shopping. Audrey and Emaad talk about the pros and cons of digital payments versus cash.   Presented by Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edite...

Matt Maley, Chief Market Strategist, Miller Tabak shares his insights on investors' agility as the technology sector surfs through a topsy turvy wave that sent markets up and down in recent weeks, small-cap and large-cap stocks have jockeyed back and forth for leadership during the third quarter, as well as expectations on what to expect from the the upcoming FOMC meeting. Presented by: Willie Ken...