Chris Tran, Founder & Managing Partner, Capital Connect Advisors, weighs in on the significance of the Birkenstock IPO as a test of investor appetite for future deals; how a potential US government shutdown may impact listings; whether Singapore's dormant IPO market will witness a revival; and why global M&A deals hit their lowest third-quarter volume since 2013.





Presented by Emaad Akhtar

Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar (eakhtar@sph.com.sg)

Chris Tran, Founder &amp; Managing Partner, Capital Connect Advisors, weighs in on the significance of the Birkenstock IPO as a test of investor appetite for future deals; how a potential US government shutdown may impact listings; whether Singapore's dormant IPO market will witness a revival; and why global M&amp;A deals hit their lowest third-quarter volume since 2013.
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Presented by Emaad Akhtar
Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar (<a href="mailto:nganthea@sph.com.sg">eakhtar@sph.com.sg</a>)

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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.