Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

Buildings that breathe? Imagine real estate such as your office, the hospital, malls and hotels, that cleans the air and keeps you cool. In this episode, we explore a groundbreaking partnership between a global leader in the property industry and a rising star in green building materials. Unlock the secrets to healthier, more energy-efficient spaces with Ke-Vin Lim, Head of Group Innovation, City Developments Limited & Lester Leong, Co-founder and Group CEO, Gush. Presented by Audrey Siek This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Philip Tapsall, the group lead for the corporate and finance sector engagement team at XDI, shares why close to one in 10 assets belonging to real estate investment trusts (Reits) across Asia-Pacific will be at high risk from the effects of climate change and extreme weather by 2050. This is according to a report published by XDI (Cross Dependency Initiative), a company which provides analysis in physical climate risk. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Chinese Premier Li Qiang used his address at a World Economic Forum meeting in Dalian to hit back at accusations from the US and EU alleging that Chinese firms benefit from unfair subsidies and are poised to flood their markets with cheap green technologies. China maintains that it simply decided to invest in green technologies earlier, and that the West's actions are unjustified.  So far, China and Chinese analysts have consistently rejected accusations it has an over-capacity problem or that its firms benefit from unfair subsidies, asserting that as the $18.6 trillion economy recovers, supply will better meet demand. On this episode of Morning Shot, Dan Wang, Chief Economist, Hang Seng Bank China shares her analysis. Presented by: Audrey Siek Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Assistant Producer: Simone Chuah Photo credits: World Economic Forum

You either love it or you hate it! Durian season is in full swing; this time of year, you’ll see the king of fruit making the news - whether it’s about the price of durian, durian giveaways… even the scams related to durian. For our die hard durian fans, this is the breakfast bites for you - we’ll talk about all things durian, including how much people are willing to pay for it, whether it's as "unhealthy" as people say, and how to get rid of that lingering smell on your fingers! Presented by Audrey Siek and Ryan Huang Edited and Produced by Audrey Siek Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

Hou Wey Fook, CIO, DBS Bank discusses how the commercialization of the space economy is propelling technological innovation and driving cost efficiency, elevating the industry to unprecedented heights. He looks at the “Picks and Shovels” of the space economy, and how investors can get a slice of the action. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huanng

If your child told you one day they want to pick up knitting, or work as a waiter in their spare time, would you be OK with it? A recent Straits Times article titled, "Would you let your child take up an activity that is ‘useless’?" started a debate of sorts for parents. Just to define it, what they described as useless is a hobby or activity that would do nothing for the resume, it won’t help you learn any relevant skills or get you into a school. Do you think there is such a thing as an activity you see no use for? Does happiness and enjoyment count for something? Audrey and Ryan discuss this on Breakfast Bites. Presented by Audrey Siek and Ryan Huang Edited and Produced by Audrey Siek Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

US President Joe Biden has urged Hamas to accept a new Israeli proposal to end the conflict in Gaza - one that would begin with a six-week ceasefire, more humanitarian aid, as well as an exchange of some hostages for Palestinian prisoners, with the deal eventually leading to a permanent "cessation of hostilities" and a major reconstruction plan for Gaza. But, the next phase of Israel’s war on Hamas may shift focus to its northern border with Lebanon - as indicated by Israel’s prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a recent television interview. On this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Lincoln Mitchell, Professor at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs shares his analysis of the situation.  Presented by: Audrey Siek Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Assistant Producer: Simone Chuah Photo credits: Amir Cohen / Reuters

Billions rely on rice, but traditional farming methods threaten our planet. Can a Singaporean startup disrupt the industry with a tech-driven solution? Armed with a US$14 million funding boost, it is betting on data and innovation to revolutionise rice farming. Dhruv Sawhney, CEO of Rize, joins us to explore their mission for a sustainable future, where rice production feeds the world without harming it. Presented by Audrey Siek. This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Sonu Varghese, Vice President & Global Macro Strategist, Carson Group shares his insights on the latest earnings season, what will encourage consumers to spend and the effects of interest rate movements on the US Dollar moving ahead. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)  Graphics credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

Sean Quek, Senior Portfolio Manager (Paragon SAGE Fund), Paragon Capital Management Singapore discusses why market darling Nvidia has not featured in his portfolio, but instead he is eyeing other AI-related plays for better long term stability and value instead for the rest of the year. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang