Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

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.

In a world where change is the only constant, businesses are under constant pressure to adapt, innovate, and stay ahead of the curve. From digital transformation to evolving customer expectations, the modern business landscape demands both resilience and vision. The Breakfast Show explores the evolving business landscape with Wee Tee Hsien, Chief Executive Officer of FUJIFILM Business Innovation Singapore and finds out how the company is turning challenges into opportunities and enabling businesses to thrive with future-ready solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite reporting better-than-expected quarterly earnings and revenue on the back of a successful cost-cutting strategy, investors sent shares of FedEx tumbling more than 5% after a bleak forecast. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they unpack the details surrounding FedEx’s earnings report, and find out what it suggests about the overall economic health today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Francis Tan, Chief Strategist, Asia, Indosuez Wealth Management discusses why he remains optimistic over the outlook despite trade and geopolitical uncertainties. He shares his views on why he is overweight Europe & Emerging Market equities over the US, as well as encouraging signs of China's revival being reflected in the stock market. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dilin Wu, Research Strategist, Pepperstone discusses what appears to be counterintuitive market responses to US intervention in the Middle East as well as Iran's strike on a US airbase in Qatar. She looks at what could drive oil prices in the near future. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangImage: Geralt via PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.