Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

In this special episode of Companies to Watch, Dan Koh and Ryan Huang kick off a month-long friendly stock face-off. With one pick each and reputations on the line, Dan throws his support behind Spotify, while Ryan backs Meta — and yes, they're quietly keeping score. They break down why these two tech giants caught their eye, what trends they're watching, and what could swing the performance either way. Who will win? Who will regret everything? They'll revisit the results at the end of the month — but for now, it’s game on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As geopolitical tensions rise, this segment looks at how international bodies like the UN are responding to conflict and whether they remain effective platforms for diplomacy. This will explore what the Israel-Iran situation reveals about the limits of multilateral consensus, how small states like Singapore continue to see value in the UN Charter, and what recent debates suggest about the future of global cooperation. Dr. Oh Ei Sun, Senior Fellow at the Singapore Institute of International Affairs joins The Breakfast Show to share his insights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phan Vee Leung, CIO, Trackrecord discusses what's different this time fundamentally and technically with the markets, with the S&P 500 now in a bull market and hitting a new high. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've all probably experienced this before: waking up to a splitting headache, you are down with a bad cold, or you're just not feeling well. What do you do? Do you take the sick day you're entitled to, or do you find yourself feeling bad, and you end up soldiering on? If you're in the latter group, you're definitely not alone. In fact, there’s a name for this weird feeling we get: MC guilt. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad talk about whether they suffer from this "ailment", and how experts suggest we deal with it. Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong  Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once known for affordable smartphones, Xiaomi is now chasing Tesla, Apple, and Meta—all at once. With the YU7 SUV racking up over 200,000 pre-orders in minutes, smart glasses aiming for your face, and a flagship phone keeping you plugged into their ecosystem, this isn’t just a product launch—it’s a strategy shift. Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they unpack how the tech giant is shifting gears—literally—from your pocket to the open road. From their sleek YU7 electric SUV, futuristic smart glasses, and their latest flagship phone. Find out what this bold expansion means for its stock and the future of smart living.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's quiz hones in on some of the news headlines you may have missed from the month of June.  Play along and see how you fare!!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek  Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong  Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Emons, Chief Investment Officer, FedWatch Advisors discusses how markets are pricing in the Fed's rate moves as the US dollar falls to a new 3 1/2 year low on the Euro, and amid reports of US President Trump mulling announcing a replacement for Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Low Guan Yi, Head of Asia Fixed Income, M&G Investments discusses how evolving US policy dynamics and regulatory uncertainty have prompted investors to reassess concentration risks in their portfolios. She notes that should such exploration continue, Asian markets appear well-positioned to attract interest.  Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fast fashion may move quickly, but the numbers don’t lie—and H&M’s latest earnings report just hit the runway. In a world where shoppers are pickier, trends are fleeting, and sustainability is no longer optional, even retail giants are feeling the pressure to reinvent. So how’s H&M holding up? Are they strutting confidently into the future—or stitching together a last-season strategy? Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they dig into the Swedish fashion giant’s financials to see what’s working, what’s wearing thin, and what it tells us about the state of the retail industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

English is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world - be it in a business, educational or social setting. Throughout the course of history, a split between British and American English developed, leading to different pronunciations of the same words.  Emaad, Ryan and Audrey explore some of these distinctions using everyday words!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong  Photo & music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.