Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

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.

In a world of shifting macroeconomic tides, Asia’s local currency bond markets are emerging as a compelling destination for global investors. Goh Rong Ren, Fixed Income Portfolio Manager, Eastspring Investments discusses the confluence of factors behind his market outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a world where content is everywhere and attention is scarce, how do you make your brand stand out and grow your business? Tan Suet Keem, Co-Founder cum Chief Executive Officer, Kredence Creative Solutions joins the Breakfast show to find out how her results-driven digital agency is helping brands across Southeast Asia streamline content strategies and drive measurable growth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just a few years ago, Bumble was the darling of dating tech — bold and IPO-hot. But fast-forward to 2025, and the app’s charm is fading. Stock's down over 80% from its peak. This week? A 30% layoff, a CEO shakeup, and a stock bounce back to $6.52 after hitting lows near $5. Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they unpack Bumble’s attempt to woo back investors — from mass layoffs to product overhauls — all while the dating app industry itself might be falling out of love with growth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have all tried different techniques to manage stress and anxiety in our lives, whether it is talk and exposure therapy, physical exercise or making healthy lifestyle choices. You may or may not have heard about a self-help method, "tapping," also known as the Emotional Freedom Technique. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey deconstruct E.F.T., its apparent benefits and why some remain skeptical.   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong  Photo credit: Creatas Video+/Getty Images Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Giambrone, Head of US Equities and Portfolio Manager/Analyst, Barrow Hanley Global Investors discusses why he remains optimistic about the market outlook despite the conflict in the Middle East and why he is staying overweight on AI investment plays.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank discusses why we are not seeing a sense of panic in markets despite the conflict in the Middle East, where investors are appearing to be getting less sensitive to geopolitical developments. He also discusses the implications of oil price movements on economic growth and the stock market. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.