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Ben Emons, Senior Portfolio Manager, NewEdge Wealth discusses what were the dominant themes in the according to Bloomberg's “transcript analyzer”, what to read into the latest US inflation. resented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)  Graphics credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

Tensions in the Middle East continue to rise at an alarming rate. In the last few weeks alone, several developments have emerged. Another ceasefire attempt between Israel and Hamas has failed; university campuses around the world have become grounds for protests related to the war; and the U.S. government has issued strong criticism of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's approach in the southern Palestinian city of Rafah. Is Israel isolating itself further? On this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Lincoln Mitchell, Professor, School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University, shares his insights. Presented, Produced & Edited by: Emaad Akhtar  Photo credit: Straits Times

Travelling has become one of the world's favourite and most popular ways to relax, unwind and explore. Many countries boast famous travel sites and tourist spots for people to visit: like Times Square in New York City and the Taj Mahal in India. But, with lots of visitors come the reviews. And many have reviewed these spots: calling them overrated, underwhelming and disappointing.  Audrey, Emaad and Ryan run through the top 4 famous sites that have consistently made the lists of overrated tourist traps. Have you been to any of them? Presented by Audrey Siek, Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced and edited by Audrey Siek Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

In this episode of Mind Your Business, we speak with a Singapore start-up who is spearheading innovation and digital transformation in the maritime industry. Its predictive analytics technology is empowering businesses to navigate global trade with unprecedented efficiency and resilience. Here's the insightful conversation with Nidhi Gupta, CEO, Portcast for a glimpse into the future of maritime supply chain management. 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.

Simon Ree, Founder, Tao of Trading discusses how the bar was lowered for this quarter's earnings season, how much of an economic slowdown we will see and how that will affect the bottom line for companies in the coming quarters.  Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Last week, TikTok sued the U.S. government over legislation that compels its Chinese parent company ByteDance to either sell the app, or face a national ban.  TikTok claims the Bill is a violation of First Amendment rights, while American lawmakers say the company's foreign ownership poses a national security risk. How do we make sense of each side's argument? How will the U.S. courts treat the matter? And what does that mean for the fate of the 170 million Americans who use TikTok? On this episode of Morning Shot, Ross Feingold, Research Director, Caerus Consulting, shares his insights. Presented, Produced & Edited by: Emaad Akhtar  Photo credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

How do you celebrate your mum on Mother's Day? Maybe you ate out, bought some flowers, drew a card... but Mother’s Day is celebrated differently around the world - including visiting cemeteries, and tying Mother dearest up to demand gifts!  Audrey, Emaad and Ryan chat about interesting traditions around the world. Happy Mother's Day to all the mums out there! Presented by Audrey Siek, Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced and edited by Audrey Siek Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

In this episode of Mind Your Business, we speak with the CEO of M1, looking at his innovative strategies, unwavering commitment to progress, and the transformative vision that is shaping the future of the industry. Discover how his leadership is not just steering M1 through change but propelling it to new heights of success in an ever-evolving landscape. Here's our conversation with Manjot Singh Mann, CEO, M1 Limited.  Presented by Ryan Huang and Emaad Akhtar 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, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Amidst global crises and supply chain disruptions, the Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF) emphasizes the imperative for innovation to meet long-term growth objectives. As import costs surge due to ongoing conflicts, the sector grapples with skilled labor shortages, exacerbating challenges. In response, the 2024 Budget introduces substantial investments in AI capabilities and upskilling initiatives. Vincent Tang, Vice President - Asia at Epicor, shares insights on navigating these challenges, leveraging data-driven automation, and fostering a resilient talent pipeline in the manufacturing sector.  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, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Joseph Sroka, Chief Investment Officer, NovaPoint Capital, discusses how the next week's earnings from retailers like Walmart, Home Depot, and Ross Store will steer sentiment as the reporting season hits a lull. He also shares what investors should look out for with the rising demand for data centers.