Political risk is back on the radar in Southeast Asia. Intensifying protests in Indonesia have rattled investor confidence in one of the region’s biggest emerging markets. We’ll unpack how this instability is reverberating through equities, currencies, and investor sentiment. At the same time, all eyes turn to the U.S., where this week’s jobs report could anchor expectations for the Fed’s September policy decision. Oriano Lizza, Sales Trader, CMC Markets Singapore breaks down what to watch in the markets, from AI-linked earnings to retail bellwethers — and whether September’s reputation as a tough trading month could play out again.

 

Political risk is back on the radar in Southeast Asia. Intensifying protests in Indonesia have rattled investor confidence in one of the region&rsquo;s biggest emerging markets. We&rsquo;ll unpack how this instability is reverberating through equities, currencies, and investor sentiment. At the same time, all eyes turn to the U.S., where this week&rsquo;s jobs report could anchor expectations for the Fed&rsquo;s September policy decision. Oriano Lizza, Sales Trader, CMC Markets Singapore breaks down what to watch in the markets, from AI-linked earnings to retail bellwethers &mdash; and whether September&rsquo;s reputation as a tough trading month could play out again.
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Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore &mdash; and your place in it.
Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; and what&rsquo;s worth your attention.
And it&rsquo;s not just talk &mdash; it&rsquo;s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let&rsquo;s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.