Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

Do you know what money dysmorphia is and whether you suffer from it?  Well, it’s a feeling of financial insecurity and sentiments of inadequacy even when the reality is far from what’s perceived. In fact, a recent survey warns that almost half of Gen Z and millennials experience it!  On this episode of Morning Shot, Darien Lee, Wealth Manager at PhillipCapital shares his insights on this phenomenon and what steps can be considered to prevent yourself from taking the appropriate steps towards achieving your financial goals. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Graphics credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

Christine Short Head of Research, Global Corporate Events Wall Street Horizon, a TMX Company - shares her insights on CEO sentiments, coming on the back of a new Bank of America survey showing that Wall Street’s optimism is at its highest level since January 2022, expected economic releases tied to personal income, consumer spending and the personal consumption expenditures, as well as the next big test for US corporations which will impact CEO and investor sentiment is Q1 earnings season, set to kick off on April 11 when a handful of big banks report.  Presented by: Sean Cheong Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)  Graphics credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

To help workers better cope with increasingly complex legal issues, the Singapore Labour Movement recently launched a Legal Assistance Panel, that will offer discounted legal support.  On this episode of Morning Shot, Patrick Tay, Assistant Secretary-General, NTUC shares more about the complexity behind issues that workers face and why such a panel is critical. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar  Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Graphics credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

Recovery efforts are ongoing as divers continue their search for six unaccounted people, who are presumed dead after the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed when a cargo ship rammed into it after losing power. On this episode of Breakfast Special, Dr Oscar Barton, Professor and  Dean at the Morgan State University Clarence M. Mitchell, Jr. School of Engineering shares his expert analysis. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: AFP

On the Bigger Picture, Sean Cheong discusses with Isaac Lim, Chief Head Investment/Market Strategist with Moomoo, on why Apple is the worst performing mega-cap tech stock so far this year; and if it can still be considered the bell-weather for markets as it remains locked in the war between Fundamentals and Technicals. Edited and presented by Sean Cheong

Billions of dollars are spent worldwide every year on Easter weekend, as people buy chocolate rabbits, coloured eggs and host Easter egg hunts for their kids. But... rabbits don't lay eggs, right!? And how did chocolate become the treat of choice? Audrey and Emaad discuss the origins of these cute little traditions, as well as the outrageous size of the world's largest Easter egg. Presented by Audrey Siek and Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by Audrey Siek Music and picture credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

In this episode of Mind Your Business, we turn our focus on the world of hotel franchising and its transformative impact on the hospitality industry. We dive into the success story of a leading global franchisor, uncovering record growth, strategic expansion, and the unveiling of flagship properties in the dynamic Asia Pacific region. Ooi Joon Aun, APAC President, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts gives his insights on trends, innovations, and partnerships shaping the future of travel experiences. 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.

With all the cross currents in the markets right now, how could gold play a part in the bigger picture? Sean Cheong discusses this with Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst, capital.com, to find out. Edited and presented by Sean Cheong

On World Theatre Day, Emaad and Audrey discuss the unknown beginnings of this sacred art form, theatre superstitions, Shakespeare's influential role in modern day language, and the most expensive theatre tickets ever! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced and edited by Emaad Akhtar Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

Matt Maley, Chief Market Strategist, Miller Tabak shares his insights on whether the market is broadening out, significance of greater congressional scrutiny on US investments into China, how much might the US Presidential Election swing consumer confidence in specific sectors in the months ahead and if PCE Core Inflation data coming out later in the week could push the 10-year yields above its highs for the year. Presented by: Sean Cheong Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)  Photo credits: AFP