Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

Global trade tensions are roiling companies from almost every corner, and the luxury industry is no exception. This can be seen from LVMH’s latest quarterly report card, which kicked off the industry’s earnings season and suggests a contraction of sales might be in sight. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they dissect LVMH’s first quarter earnings report and find out what the downbeat demand for luxury goods could mean for the industry going forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To date, the Trump administration has reportedly revoked over 600 international student visas. The reason? These students have taken political stances on the Israel-Gaza conflict that the government argues is a threat to U.S. national security / foreign policy. It has resulted in them being arrested, detained (in weeks, for some cases) and deported. Free speech advocates have cited violations of the First Amendment, and warn that the crackdown could have ramifications for the wider population. On this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Lincoln Mitchell, Professor from the School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University shares his insights. Produced & Presented by: Emaad AkhtarPhoto credits: Reuters / Brian Snyder See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thomas Rupf, Co-Head Singapore and CIO Asia, VP Bank discusses why his positioning in the market has moved from overweight to neutral in various assets over the past few months. He also shares his view on investing in gold at current record high prices.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christine Short, Vice President of Research, Wall Street Horizon shares her insights on whether the latest market reprieve will last as US President Donald Trump makes exemptions for tariffs on smartphones and other electronics.Presented by: Ryan HuangProduced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)Photo credits: AP / Brendan SmialowskiSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a world of one-size-fits-all audio, what if your sound experience could be as unique as your fingerprint? Think: pro-level audio performance, tailored fit, and wireless convenience—all in one sleek package. Benjamin Soh, Co-founder, Plexsonic and Xavier Chow, Brand Marketeer, Plexsonic joins the Breakfast Show to discuss how they are reimagining what personal audio can be and how they stand out in a crowded tech and lifestyle market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Widely regarded as bellwethers of the economy, US banks kicked off 2025’s first quarterly earnings season with a relatively positive start thanks in part to trading and business activities. While that provided a much needed relief from the volatility of recent weeks, one narrative echoing across the board suggests that markets are not completely out of the woods just yet. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down the latest financial statements of JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, and Wells Fargo, and investigate what they are forecasting for the US economy for the rest of this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is the International Day of Culture; and when we think culture, we often picture those big, grand things. But what about the little quirky things that locals do that may not be in the travel brochures? These customs can really tell you what a place is like. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad discuss “unofficial” cultural habits - which virtually every country or region has. So chope your seats and listen in!   Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by Audrey Siek Photo credit: Kua Chee Siong via The Straits Times Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The recent deadly 7.7-magnitude earthquake that rocked Myanmar at the end of March is a reminder that our safety should never be taken for granted. And it can often be challenging to process what we could do to keep ourselves safe in the chaos and panic-stricken seconds following such situations. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share some useful tips!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced and edited by Emaad Akhtar Photo & music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Selena Ling, Chief Economist, OCBC Bank discusses if we should expect a recession this year, following Singapore cutting its official growth forecast for this year to a range of 0% to 2%, from 1%-3%.  Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Insurtech, the combination of insurance and technology, has been reshaping the way we consider and interact with insurance. One perfect example is the shift away from a one-size-fits-all model to a personalized approach, which is not just redefining the customer experience but also opening new avenues for growth among providers. Rob Schimek, Founder and Group Chief Executive Officer, bolttech joins the Breakfast Show to discuss how AI is revolutionizing the insurance landscape and the broader trends shaping the industry in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.