US Markets Wrap: Retail Reality Check as Wall Street Splits

Stocks rallied while oil prices dipped below $102 as President Trump signaled a potential U.S. withdrawal from Iran within weeks, contingent on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Lawrence Hatheway, Global Investment Strategist, Franklin Templeton Institute discusses whether current valuations have already priced in a resolution. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image: Pexels from Pixabay See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Real estate is no longer just about homes, offices, or malls; it’s increasingly about data. As AI and cloud demand surge, we explore the rise of digital infrastructure like data centres and what it means for investors in Singapore.  Keith Ong of RealVantage breaks down the risks, returns, and why this could be the next frontier in property investing. Produced and presented by Audrey SiekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many founders focus on building products, raising funding, and chasing growth. But what if most startups fail because they’re solving the wrong problems from the start? On Mind Your Business, Joshua Chan, co-founder of ErgoTune, shares the lessons behind his social content that’s been gaining traction online, what actually works when scaling a business and the common mistakes founders continue to make.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McCormick is making one of the biggest bets in its history. After reporting solid earnings, the company announced a multi-billion dollar deal with Unilever’s food division, a move that could transform it into a global food giant. But with scale comes risk. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang find out if this a smart move for long-term growth, or a deal that’s simply too big to execute.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Global conflicts don’t just reshape geopolitics – they can ripple through financial markets in ways that affect everyday costs at home. With oil prices rising and long-term interest rates already edging higher, the question now is how much of that pressure will show up in Singapore. The segment will break down how external shocks influence local rates, why Singapore Overnight Rate Average (SORA) could start moving again, and what MAS might do next. For homeowners and borrowers, what signals should matter most in the months ahead? Arup Raha, Independent Economist based in Singapore joins the Breakfast ShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s International Burrito Day and MoneyFM 89.3 is giving them away at the CBD today! But before you grab your free lunch, we unwrap the surprising origins of burritos, how they went global, and why/how Singaporeans are doing them a little differently. Find out what your lunch says about spending habits and the cost of living!   Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's that time of the year again! Tune in to Breakfast Bites this April Fool's as Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share some famous historical pranks from around the world!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo credit: Unsplash & its talented community of contributors Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The global economy is currently navigating a "perfect storm" of supply shocks, from military conflict in the Middle East to the total shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz. With oil prices staying elevated, how much will its effects play out in the second quarter and beyond. Is the latest report of comments by Trump signaling the potential end of the war enough to win back confidence in the markets? UOB’s Head of Markets Strategy, Heng Koon How shares his outlook in this high-stakes environment. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laila Pence, President & Co-Founder, Pence Wealth Management breaks down the explosive market surge as the Dow climbs over 1,100 points on reports of a potential de-escalation in the Iran conflict. She explains why current market corrections represent a rare buying opportunity, the surprising strength of corporate earnings despite the war, and how massive AI capital expenditures  re poised to drive generational productivity.   Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rodney Tang built one of Singapore’s most successful bubble tea businesses with Gong Cha, only to walk away and rebuild from scratch with LiHO Tea. It was a bold decision that reshaped his approach to business, leadership, and long-term control. In this episode of Mind Your Business, The Breakfast Show invites Rodney to share the story behind that pivot, how he scaled LiHO into a leading brand, and why he now documents the realities of running an F&B business on TikTok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.