Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

Tata Capital’s blockbuster IPO marks Tata Group’s bold entry into India’s fast-growing NBFC space and  one of 2025’s biggest listings. Find out with Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they unpack its retail and SME focus, and how it stacks up against Bajaj and Shriram as investors hunt for the next compounding financial stock.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From a softening dollar to diverging growth in China, Citi’s CIO Outlook captures a world in transition. Ken Peng, Head of Asia Investment Strategy at Citi Wealth, breaks down where opportunities still lie amid slower growth, the risks of narrow AI leadership, and how investors can rethink balance and resilience for the next phase of the global cycle. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With U.S. equities near record highs despite a government shutdown and mixed economic signals, are investors being too complacent — or too cautious? Sam Konrad, Investment Manager for Asian Equity Income at Jupiter Asset Management, shares his outlook on U.S. markets, why he’s keeping faith in AI-driven growth, and why Singapore and Taiwan may be among the most overlooked stories in Asia right now. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scents can boost sales and shape memories, but how do you turn that into a business? Join the Breakfast Show as they speak to Dayyan James (DJ), founder of CocosBotanica, as he shares how he grew from skincare into scent marketing, what it takes to design fragrances that work, and the lessons behind running a dual business model.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you enjoy a nice walk outside, doing yoga or just laying down on your bed, do whatever feels right to you this World Mental Health Day! We celebrate by testing your knowledge and sharing fun, global facts about how people cope, unwind, and take care of their minds. Play along at home and see how much you know — all in a lighthearted, stress-free way!   Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang  Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HSBC is making its boldest move in years, offering to fully acquire Hang Seng Bank for HK$106 billion.The bank calls it a strategic reinvestment; markets call it a risky bet. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they look at the numbers behind the HK$155-per-share offer, why markets reacted cautiously, and what this says about HSBC’s long-term confidence in Hong Kong’s banking future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you using technology to complete multiple tasks simultaneously? If the answer is yes, it may be (but not necessarily so) the reason you're so fatigued. This continuous wave of interruptions between thought patterns and tech platforms is known as digital switching, and it's likely doing you more harm than good. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share an expert's take on the different kinds of "switches" we should be aware of.   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo & music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street shrugged off shutdown worries as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq notched fresh record highs — powered by tech and Nvidia’s unrelenting AI momentum. But under the surface, questions linger about how sustainable the AI trade really is. Fabien Yip, Market Analyst at IG, discusses what the Fed’s divided minutes reveal about the rate-cut path ahead, how a weakening yen and stronger U.S. dollar are shaping global capital flows, and why investors are watching China’s growth divergence and Japan’s carry trade risks closely. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Innovation is a key buzzword in business, but for many SMEs, putting it into practice is easier said than done. Despite government support in areas like AI, digitalisation, and sustainability, too many companies still struggle to adopt the right technologies and scale up effectively. Michael Goh, CEO of IPI Singapore, explores the real challenges businesses face, and how to turn policy into practice. Produced and Presented by Audrey SiekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a record-breaking moment for gold as prices cross US$4,000 an ounce, driven by safe-haven demand amid a US shutdown, weaker dollar, and mounting central-bank buying. But is this the start of a long-term run, or the peak of investor euphoria? Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they unpack why gold’s rally has gained unstoppable momentum, and whether it’s still worth buying at these levels.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.