Let's Talk, Singapore

From engineering student to entrepreneurial mastermind, a young CEO transforms a family bakery into a corporate baking empire. Through strategic networking and mentorship, he secures high-profile clients, proving that passion and determination are the key ingredients for success. How did he achieve that? Here's our conversation with Chan Kaiyang, CEO, Cakeinspiration.   Presented by Emaad Akhtar ...

World Elephant Day - that time of the year where we get to celebrate the largest land animal on the planet.  By large, we mean up to 6,000kg - equivalent to the size of an Isuzu delivery truck! On Breakfast Bites, Emaad and Ryan pay homage to our mighty friends, leaving you to ponder over some mind-blowing facts! Here's a sneak peak: elephant trunks ALONE are filled with thousands, yes thousands,...

Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst, capital.com previews some of the key data points out this week that will likely drive market sentiment including US inflation data, as well as retail sales and industrial production in China. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore's skyline is a striking blend of old and new, and at the heart of this dynamic cityscape are its iconic shophouses. These architectural gems, steeped in history, are undergoing a renaissance. In this conversation, we speak with Fang Low, the CEO and founder of Figment, a pioneer in revitalising shophouses into modern living spaces, to delve into the challenges and rewards of preserving S...

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has taken oath as head of Bangladesh’s interim government after Sheikh Hasina resigned as prime minister and fled to neighbouring India following weeks of deadly protests. The student-led movement started with demonstrations against quotas in government jobs before spiralling into violent protests to oust Hasina. About 300 people died and thousands were injured...

In today's business world, ESG is no longer a trend but a business imperative. To thrive and create lasting value, startups must integrate sustainability into their core operations. We explore actionable strategies to help your startup embed ESG principles and drive growth with Dawn Yeo, Associate Director Governance Risk and Compliance at Innoven Capital SEA.   Presented by Ryan Huang  This podca...

Steve Lawrence, CIO, Balfour Capital Group shares his insights on the latest action in the markets including the huge stock swings following dips in the US stocks, fears of a recession, and what he is taking away from the guidance coming on the back of the earnings. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Assistant Producer: Simone Chuah Photo credits:...

Glenn Thum, Senior Research Analyst, Phillip Securities Research discusses the bright spots behind DBS Bank's Q2 earnings, the potential impact of Fed rate cuts on margins, as well as the appointment of DBS Banker Tan Su Shan to succeed CEO Piyush Gupta in March 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's your favourite memory of National Day?  For many, it’s the much anticipated National Day Parade! Some of those great memories have been captured in a children's picture book, very aptly named “Let’s Celebrate NDP!” The book pays tribute to the dedicated men and women who make the NDP so memorable every year, as well as the rich traditions and history of our nation.  On this episode of Break...

What are your priorities in life?  Well, around three in five youths in Singapore are satisfied with their lives, with a majority of them prioritising their careers and financial security over goals like getting married. That’s according to Singapore’s first longitudinal study on young people, titled Youth Study on Transitions and Evolving Pathways in Singapore (Youth Steps) - a collaboration betw...

As we celebrate our beautiful nation’s 59th birthday, the Breakfast Show presenters put each other to the test! Ryan, Emaad and Audrey play some trivia games that’s all about our sunny island. How well did you do?   Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors  See omnystudio...

In light of National Day, there's a lot of focus on what makes Singapore unique. Yes, we've got our food, our own way of speaking, and our aim to come first in class in many aspects. But there’s one particular aspect of Singapore that is truly unique to us! Like panda diplomacy is specific to China, we have a similar concept with our national flower - the orchid. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad talk about...

Darren Ng, Deloitte Singapore Transaction Advisory Services Partner, discusses how the return of REIT listings could spell brighter days ahead for Singapore, which only saw 1 IPO in the first half of the year. However, intense competition from regional bourses will keep regulators on their toes in finding new ways to attract listings. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang  See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Chris Weston, Head Of Research at Pepperstone shares his insights on the turnaround following the worst dip in years, how he is approaching the markets in recent times given the volatility, movements in the semiconductor and high-tech space, as well as the Yen. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Assistant Producer: Simone Chuah Photo credits: AP P...

Birthdays mean the world to children - a means to celebrate with friends, eat lots of cake and partake in fun activities. While this may still be the case for some in adulthood, there is no doubt that age gives us renewed perspective on birthdays as an occasion to spend precious time with and be grateful for the presence of those most near and dear to us. Irrespective of where on the life spectrum...

Just hours after the much anticipated decision was made public, US Vice President Kamala Harris held a maiden rally together with her newly announced running mate, Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota, to what was an energetic Democratic crowd in Philadelphia. This ends Harris' two-week sprint to vet, interview and choose a candidate to go against Republican nominee and former president Donald Trump, an...

Every business and organisation grapples with waste disposal, and a significant portion of that waste is often wet – food scraps, coffee grounds, and other organic materials. Disposing of this wet waste can be expensive and environmentally unfriendly. But what if there was a way to turn this trash into a treasure trove of clean energy and valuable resources? This is the revolutionary approach cham...

Accountants have long been an indispensable fixture in the world of business, but their roles are evolving. Today's accountants are tasked with far more than just bookkeeping or managing payrolls. The role has expanded to encompass financial forensics, strategic insight and even risk advisory, among others.  As part of efforts to nurture a diverse accountancy talent landscape, the Institute of Sin...

The importance of having friends to help one navigate the journey of life cannot be emphasized enough.  One particular study suggests that friendship accounts for almost 60 percent of the difference in happiness between individuals, no matter how introverted or extroverted they are. But there is a key distinction to be made between what some experts term "deal" versus "real" friends. Listen in to...

Koh Wee Lih, CEO, Keppel REIT Management , discusses the bright spots in the first half of the year including the growth in rental reversions across the portfolio, as well as headwinds that include the impact of refinancing in a higher rate environment leading to higher borrowing costs. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average just post its worst day in nearly two years, as worries over the health of the US economy sparked a global market sell-off. Both the blue-chip Dow and S&P 500 registered their biggest daily losses since September 2022.  The latest moves come as fears of a US recession sparked a global market meltdown, following a disappointing July jobs report. Michele Schneide...

Social media has also been abuzz with the increasing popularity of coconut trees, after a video showing Democratic Party’s presumptive candidate for the US Presidential Election Kamala Harris telling a story about her mother during a White House event in 2023, went viral.  A slew of memes and hashtags like #kamalaisbrat and #bratsummer have also taken the internet by storm! That prompted Kamala Ha...

Can Singapore meet its “30 by 30” food sustainability goal? With the passing of the five-year mark since that goal was set - this question has been cast into the spotlight, following a series of delays, failures or re-configurations of high-tech farms of late. It hasn’t been easy for local producers, with indoor vegetable farm I.F.F.I shutting down, and VertiVegies abandoning plans to build a mega...

Charu Chanana, Head of FX Strategy and Global Market Strategist at Saxo  discusses how the market narrative has turned with the latest US jobs data in the form of a weaker than expected set of non-farm payrolls. She examines how that's raising questions about a recession, as well as the implications for investors. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Traffic lights - we all have a love-hate relationship with our tri-coloured friends. Traffic light systems were invented with the objective of helping to regulate congestion - and ultimately improve safety - on the world's roads. But in some countries, that hasn't always been the case. Tune in to Breakfast Bites on International Traffic Light Day to find out more!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan...