Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

In February, a single error by Citibank led to a $81 trillion mistake—one of the most infamous financial blunders in recent history. This was a stark reminder of the risks financial institutions face due to human error and inefficiencies in manual processes. As the financial world grows increasingly complex, the need for automation in accounting and finance has never been more urgent. Jo-Ann Chung, CEO of Summit Global joins the Breakfast Show to find out why automation is no longer just a convenience, but a necessity for preventing disastrous financial mistakes and how her cutting-edge automation tools are designed to empower accountants, reduce costly errors, and streamline financial workflows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Matthews, Managing Director & Head of Research Asia, Julius Baer shares his insights on the latest tariff headlines coming out of the US, impact on global growth, whether we are likely to see the China Plus One effect, as well as the current momentum behind gold at the moment. Presented by: Ryan HuangProduced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)Photo credits: Carlos Barria | ReutersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever bought something on impulse and later thought, “Wait… did I REALLY need that?” You’re not alone. Brands have mastered the art of sneaking into our brains and making us buy things—without us even realising it. It’s called neuromarketing—a powerful blend of psychology and neuroscience that influences how we react to ads, pricing, and packaging.  In this Breakfast Bites, we break down the marketing mind tricks that get us every time—and how you can spot them before they empty your wallet.    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.

They say that third time’s a charm. But unfortunately, that doesn’t seem like the case for Johnson & Johnson after it was announced that a US bankruptcy judge had rejected the pharmaceutical giant’s $10 billion proposal to end 60,000 lawsuits against its baby powder. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they explore the latest dismissal of J&J’s bankruptcy gambit and the approach they will be taking to address these claims.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daryl Ho, Senior Investment Strategist, DBS Bank’s Chief Investment Office discusses why Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS) look particularly attractive in the current climate of frequent geopolitical or economic shocks occupying the headlines. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've all been guilty of mispronouncing a global consumer brand at some point in our lives. IKEA is one notable example. Porsche is another. The question is, are we aware of it? Emaad, Ryan and Audrey reveal the most commonly mispronounced brands (the two above, included) and the right way to say 'em!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced and edited by Emaad Akhtar Photo credit: The Straits Times Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI is revolutionizing marketing, driving hyper-personalization, predictive insights, and automation like never before. But as brands lean into AI, how do they ensure customer experiences remain personal, authentic, and trust-driven? Gabie Boko, Chief Marketing Officer at NetApp, joins the Breakfast Show as they explore how businesses can harness AI without losing the human connection, and how to best navigate data challenges while balancing automation with empathy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Singapore gears up for the 2025 General Election, significant changes are unfolding in the political landscape, through an increase in the election expenses cap from S$4 to S$5 per elector. The Electoral Boundaries Review Committee cites inflation and rising campaign costs, but how will this reshape electoral strategies and voter engagement in the upcoming polls? Joining us on The Breakfast Show to elaborate more on the implications of these changes is Dr Mustafa Izzuddin, Senior International Affairs Analyst, Solaris Strategies Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Founded in 1987, Huawei has grown to become a leading global provider of information and communications technology infrastructure and smart devices. And despite facing multiple US sanctions over the years, it looks like their venture into new areas have been paying off. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they cruise through Huawei’s latest financial report and find out if the smartphone maker is staging a global comeback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Morris, CEO at F/m Investments shares his insights on the gold action right now, and its prospects for the rest of the year. He also weighs in on inflation, instruments that are worth looking at right now, durations that he is opting for when it comes to treasury inflation protected securities, and his playbook for equities and energy.  Presented by: Ryan HuangProduced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)Photo credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.