Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

In a dramatic change of policy, just hours after levies against roughly 60 of America's trading partners came into effect, US President Donald Trump made a tariff u-turn. Trump authorised a 90-day pause in the higher tariffs for most countries he announced last week - while maintaining a 10% baseline tariff across the board. But at the same time,Trump raised tariff rates on China to 125% after Beijing imposed additional retaliatory tariffs on US goods. On this episode of Morning Shot, Casey Mace, Chargé d’Affaires at the US Embassy in Singapore shares his insights.  Presented by: Emaad Akhtar & Audrey SiekProduced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: Anna Moneymaker/Getty ImagesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Right before US President Donald Trump decided on a 90-day tariff pause, if there’s one thing clear about his policy threat to the global economy, it’s the fact that even stocks viewed as a safe haven of sorts isn’t immune to shocks. While Trump’s backpedal provided a much needed reprieve for Apple's stock price, the ever evolving tariff narrative undoubtedly puts it in a sticky situation. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang assess the iPhone maker’s business prospects, especially in the wake of a recent historic selloff, and find out how much of a dent would the escalation of Trump’s current trade war with China have on its ability to deliver in the foreseeable future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Weston, Head Of Research, Pepperstone shares his insights on the magnitude of the latest signals in the markets following Trump's latest tariff surfs, odds of a recessions on the horizon, whether the retaliatory tariff moves between the US and China could escalate even further in coming days, as well as how investors are navigating in order to find a window for entrance.  He also weighs in on how investors should be pricing in and the forecast for the FOMC rate path ahead.  Presented by: Ryan HuangProduced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)Photo credits: Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy, Asia at Mizuho Bank discusses the odds of Singapore entering a recession amid a global growth slowdown from trade wars. He also shares why the USD has lots its mojo in recent times, and has not been behaving like the safe haven currency it conventionally has been. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The race is heating up as we see new faces appearing in the community with GE2025 soon to be upon us.  However, recent global unrest regarding US Trump Tariffs have shaken up Singapore in more ways than one. So the question is, will this be a factor to consider when we look at how political parties approach potential voters.   On the Breakfast Show, Audrey speaks to Dr Reuben Ng, Assistant Professor at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy at NUS, as they discuss more about recent news surrounding GE2025 and how US Tariffs could potentially play a role in campaign strategies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Woodworking is more than just a craft; it’s a testament to patience, skill, and the delicate balance between tradition and innovation. In a world where mass production and technology dominate, the timeless art of shaping wood into functional masterpieces requires a deep understanding of both the past and the future. Ryan Yeo, Operations Director at Roger&Sons joins the Breakfast Show as he shares the philosophy and dedication behind the company’s approach, revealing how he continues to push the boundaries of craftsmanship while staying true to the roots of woodworking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Be honest: how many times have you checked your phone today?  While many parents are careful about limiting screen time for their kids, a lot of us adults don’t hold ourselves to the same standard.  So how should we fix this? A key suggestion is something called the tech break. It’s a simple practice that helps you build healthier habits/ Audrey, Ryan and Emaad discuss tips on how to give our eyes and brains a break from the screens. Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by Audrey Siek Photo & Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tariffs have been top of mind for most investors, especially amid a $10 trillion market sell off, hammering almost every sector of the economy. And while some might think it’s a good time to start stocking up on Tesla given that it has a far smoother tariff road than other carmakers, one of Wall Street’s most bullish Tesla analysts isn’t feeling it… Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they investigate what analysts are saying about the EV maker and why many think there’s more room for the stock to fall in the foreseeable future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Maley, Chief Market Strategist, Miller Tabak shares his insights on how much downside investors should brace themselves for as Trump's tariffs kick in, outlook on growth given the tit-for-tat tariffs and whether we're headed for a slowdown. He also weighs in on which safe havens investors are looking into right now, whether they should be cutting exposure from equities and if gold is still shining bright for investors. Presented by: Ryan HuangProduced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)Photo credits: Carlos Barria/Reuters; pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alvin Chow, CEO, Dr Wealth, discusses whether the recent plunge in markets is a good opportunity for entry, or if stocks are due for more downside when higher tier tariffs kick in on 9 April 2025.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.