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Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst at Capital.com discusses what investors should consider if they are thinking of jumping on the so-called "Trump trades" which bet on Donald Trump winning the Presidential Elections, paving the way for various policies friendly to some sectors. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Biden broke the record of the oldest US President when he assumed office at age 78, shattering Donald Trump’s own record at age 70. While it’s rational to ask questions about a presidential candidate’s age, health, and cognitive readiness, the debate over Biden’s age in this electoral cycle has without a doubt cast spotlight on the issue of aging versus ageism. On this...

Following the recent landslide victory of the Labour Party in the UK parliamentary elections, there is growing curiosity about its potential impact on Singaporean investors. This latest political overhaul has raised questions about how this might influence overseas buyers. This comes as there has been a noticeable increase in Singaporean investment on London’s property market in recent years . Pet...

Be honest: Are you an angry driver? Road rage is alarmingly common, a AAA report found that nearly 80 percent of drivers experience some form of aggression behind the wheel. There’s been a number of high-profile road rage cases lately in Singapore, and lots of these videos go viral on social media. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad discuss what they're like on the roads, and why we seem to be angrier when we...

Eddy Loh, Chief Investment Officer, Maybank Group Wealth Management discusses who the winners and losers are from India's Budget, the appetite for cryptocurrencies with Ether ETFs and Inverse Bitcoin ETFs launched this week, the surprise rate cut by China, as well as how much the US earnings season will lift stocks. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

The busy, cut-throat nature of modern day life has thankfully been accompanied by a greater emphasis on mental wellness worldwide. On International Self-Care Day, Emaad, Ryan and Audrey dive into some interesting rituals our fellow humans practice around the world to detach from over-stimulation and recharge both mind and body!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek  Produced an...

Starting August, Thailand’s eligible businesses and individuals can register for digital cash handouts through “Digital Wallet” - a controversial program that will cost billions of dollars. The program is meant to give 10,000 baht (about $275) to 50 million citizens in digital money to spend at local businesses, with the aim of boosting the country’s lagging economy. Howeve...

Rick Bensignor, President, InTheKnowTrader.com shares his insights on the latest unwinding of the equity markets, sentiments surrounding the number of rate cuts, the upside for gold at the moment as compared to "digital gold" - or bitcoin - and how investors are responding to shifts in the US presidential election space. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph...

Carmen Lee, Head of OCBC Investment Research discusses how the US elections and potential rate cuts in the 2nd half of the year will affect investors in Singapore, and why she believes Reits are looking more attractive. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After weeks of fighting for his political life - insisting he wasn’t going anywhere following a disastrous debate performance - US President Joe Biden announced his exit from the 2024 US Presidential race, and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor.  A full day after the surprise development just days before the big day in November - no credible challenger has emerged, a...

The US homeland security has announced a panel to conduct an independent review into security failures after a gunman wounded former President Donald Trump at his weekend rally in Pennsylvania.  Since the incident, the FBI has conducted more than 100 interviews, searched the suspect's home and vehicle, cracked into his cellphone, and retrieved a drone.  Multiple investigations are underway as the...

What's your greatest fear? We're all afraid of things, and sometimes it's not a bad thing. Feeling afraid is very natural — and helpful — in some situations; and it makes us alert to danger. But what if your fear of a certain object or situation is so debilitating, it affects your life? You may have a phobia. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad talk about the difference between a phobia and a fear, what the mo...

Phillip Streible, Chief Market Strategist at Blue Line Futures shares his insights on how Biden pulling out of the 2024 Presidential race is shaking up the markets, whether last week's rotation away from tech is seeing a reversal, as well as safe haven currencies and commodities. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: Jacquelyn Martin/A...

Sean Teo, Sales Trader, SAXO Singapore discusses how markets are pricing the news that Joe Biden has dropped out of the presidential race, and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as Democratic nominee. He also unpacks the global IT outage that sent ripples through various industries last Friday. Produce/presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the past week, China’s third plenum has been closely watched for hints on its top leadership's thinking and policy directions for the coming years, as China continues to battle a troubled domestic and external landscape. Following the closed-door meeting, Beijing released a lengthy document outlining sweeping reforms ranging from governance to the economy and social welfare over th...

Did you know that your brain as a computer could store 2.5 million gigabytes or 300 years worth of TV shows?!?! Our most complex (and fattiest) of organs has been meticulously studied over the decades, with one theory in particular falling under the microscope: the idea that each of us is left-brain or right-brain dominant. So what are the characteristics of left/right brain dominant people, and h...

Matthieu Rolin, Senior Portfolio Manager, Thematics Asset Management runs a fund which invests in companies that offers products and services for the physical and digital protection of individuals, businesses, and governments. He shares why this makes a compelling option for investors looking to diversify their portfolios and hedge against market volatility. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang  See omn...

The gender gap in STEM persists. But industry leaders like Micron Technology are taking action. In our conversation with Sim Cher Whee, Vice President, People Strategy, Technology and Talent Acquisition, Micron Technology, we talk about their efforts such as their Chip Camp initiative and how it’s empowering girls to become the future of technology, the company’s vision for bridging the gender gap...

If someone told you that they don’t sleep in the same bedroom as their spouse or partner, what would your initial reaction be? Now, more couples and experts are coming out to kill what they call an outdated stigma, and are swearing by the benefits of sleeping in separate rooms, and that you can still have a very healthy relationship! Audrey, Ryan and Emaad talk about their sleep arrangements, who...

Imagine experiencing climate change effects first-hand right under the hole in the ozone layer.  That's something that most people would not be able to fathom, but celebrated British polar explorer Robert Swan, the first person to have walked to both the North and South Poles unassisted, experienced just that.   On his very first expedition to the South Pole in the 1980s, the prolonged exposure to...

Are you a good listener?  On World Listening Day, Emaad puts Ryan and Audrey's listening skills to the test with a fun, but revealing exercise. Tune in to find out how they fared and to learn what makes a good active listener, including simple steps you can follow.   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek  Produced and Edited by Emaad Akhtar Music and photo credits: Pixabay &...

Louisa Fok, China Equity Strategist, Bank of Singapore discusses how investors should approach Chinese markets, as President Xi Jinping gets ready to lay out his vision for the economy post-Plenum. Following a rise of 4% in the MSCI China in 1H2024, she outlines some of the supportive factors for some sectors, especially Internet and platform companies. We also examine how much of headwinds trade...

Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, Carson Group shares his insights on the momentum of the tech rally, what's happening with the spending segment of the market, and whether the complications with the US Presidential Elections would have any implications on potential rate cuts this year. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: AP Phot...

Singapore commemorates Racial Harmony on 21st July every year.  It’s a day to remind ourselves that everyone has a role to play to build a harmonious multi-racial society, and that our diversity can be a source of strength for the common good. But why does it matter in today’s context and how is the digital landscape shaping the discourse around racial harmony?   On this episode of Morning Shot, D...

All eyes around the world are on the US Presidential Election, slated to take place in November. And already, it’s working out to be one filled with many trials and tribulations for both candidates. Just days ago, former President Donald Trump survived what has been touted as an assassination attempt.  Current incumbent Joe Biden on the other hand has been battling public debate among D...