Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

There's a rising interest in finding opportunities in private markets - where there can often be more upside in investments vs what's in stock markets. In fact, allocation by individual investors to private markets are projected to surge by 12% annually over the next decade. Hugh Chung, Chief Investment Advisory Officer of Endowus & Sueann Yeo, Head of APAC Private Wealth Client Relations & Capital Raising at EQT explain how investors can incorporate investing in private markets as a way to diversify their portfolio.

3D printing has been a game-changer across various industries, from healthcare to aerospace. Now, it's transforming the way we consume food. One pioneering startup based in Vienna, is harnessing 3D printing technology to create innovative meat alternatives, such as fillets, revolutionising our culinary experiences. Robin Simsa, CEO, Revo Foodsshares more about their revolutionary tech. 

Policymakers, financial institutions and industry stakeholders are gearing up for the highly anticipated Singapore Fintech Festival, which will be happening in Singapore from November 15 to 17.  Organised by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, this annual event, known for its valuable networking opportunities aimed at fostering innovative collaborations, serves as a dynamic platform for fintech startups, established financial institutions, and technology enthusiasts to come together and explore the latest trends, cutting-edge technologies, and transformative ideas in the world of finance and technology. Sopnendu Mohanty, Chief Fintech Officer at the Monetary Authority of Singapore shares more on what to expect at this year's festival. Money FM 89.3 is an official media partner of the Singapore Fintech Festival 2023. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)

Tim Urbanowicz, Head of Research and Investment Strategy at Innovator ETFs weighs in on the currrent market momentum, what investors should be keeping on the top of their lists and what's on his worry list. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)

Labour shortages are becoming more apparent in Japan, with its working-age population decreasing by more than 10 million over the past 30 years.  On this episode of Morning Shot, Special Advisor to Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's Cabinet, Professor Tomohiko Taniguchi, who’s also Special Advisor at the Fujitsu Future Studies Centre weighs in on Japan’s labour crunch and whether Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's plan to get companies to factor in pay hikes that will be "several percentage points higher" than the country's inflation rate is a sustainable move amid other labour issues the country is facing. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)

Singapore’s third political leadership transition is set to take place, between now and the People's Action Party's 70th birthday - Nov 21st next year. With a clearer timeline of what’s set to go down in Singapore’s history books, on this episode of Breakfast Special - former Nominated Member of Parliament Eugene Tan, Associate Professor of Law at Singapore Management University discusses the legacy that PM Lee Hsien Loong has left for his successor DPM Lawrence Wong, and the key challenges facing the 4G team as they take over the reins. Presented by: Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)

Higher property expenses and finance costs have had an impact on the healthcare real estate sector. Nevertheless, according to First Reit, it continues to be a resilient asset class.  Victor Tan, Executive Director and CEO, First REIT, a Singapore-based healthcare real estate investment trust, explains the company's latest earnings and their priorities moving forward. Presented by Audrey Siek This podcast is produced and edited by Audrey Siek (audreysk@sph.com.sg)

In today's world of home decorations, people are investing more than ever in furniture that reflects their style and meets their functional needs. But for pet owners, it's not just about their comfort; it's about their beloved furry companions' well-being. The rising demand for pet companionship has given birth to a unique trend - bespoke pet furniture. Mihai Szabo, Founder, Little People Woodworks shares the thought process and works involved in his creations.  Presented by Ryan Huang and Emaad Akhtar This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech Music/sound credits: chosic & its talented community of contributors

For a long time now, people have been chasing the typical 5Cs - career, condominiums, car, credit cards and country club membership. But in the government's recent Forward Singapore exercise, they found that Singaporeans now chase meaning a lot more than just material success.   On this episode of Morning Shot, Sun Xueling, Minister of State for Social and Family Development, and Member of Parliament for Punggol West SMC weighs in on the evolving stresses of Singaporeans and what her own new set of "Cs" are. Produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Presented by: Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Music/sound credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Kelvin Wong, Senior Market Analyst, OANDA, dissects DBS' third quarter earnings results. He weighs in on whether the numbers outperformed expectations; whether rising net interest margins have peaked; how higher interest rates will impact the outlook for loans; the momentum in the wealth management and cards segment; and how investors should approach the digital disruptions that DBS has been facing. Presented by Ryan Huang Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar (eakhtar@sph.com.sg)