Just last week, iFast announced that it has signed an agreement with its partner Eagles Peak Holding to acquire BFC Bank from Bahrain’s BFC Group. And this deal will see iFast purchase an 85% stake in the UK digital bank for SGD$46 million. Alvin Chow, CEO, Dr Wealth shares the importance of adding a digital bank to iFAST's fintech ecosystem and the opportunities it will open up for the company in the global market. 

Just last week, iFast announced that it has signed an agreement with its partner Eagles Peak Holding to acquire BFC Bank from Bahrain&rsquo;s BFC Group. And this deal will see iFast purchase an 85% stake in the UK digital bank for SGD$46 million. Alvin Chow, CEO, Dr Wealth shares the importance of adding a digital bank to iFAST's fintech ecosystem and the opportunities it will open up for the company in the global market.&nbsp;

Get a head start to your work day with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6am to 9am. 

Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Get a head start to your work day with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6am to 9am. 
Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.

In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

MONEY FM 89.3

Insightful discussions on the latest market events and the top companies to watch.

Get a head start on your workday with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6 am to 9 am. 

Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Get a head start on your workday with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6 am to 9 am. 
Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek (6am-9am)

Companies to watch: iFAST to obtain a banking licence in the UK

Global currency markets begin 2026 with renewed volatility as rate expectations shift and HSBC sees the US dollar entering a softer phase. Joey Chew, Head of Asia FX Research at HSBC, shares which G10 currencies could outperform, how Asian currencies navigate low yields and policy management, what China’s FX stance means for the region, and how the Singapore dollar fits into the picture. The conversation also explores gold’s rising role, asking whether it is acting as a hedge, a currency alternative, or both in today’s uncertain landscape.

Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Global currency markets begin 2026 with renewed volatility as rate expectations shift and HSBC sees the US dollar entering a softer phase. Joey Chew, Head of Asia FX Research at HSBC, shares which G10 currencies could outperform, how Asian currencies navigate low yields and policy management, what China&rsquo;s FX stance means for the region, and how the Singapore dollar fits into the picture. The conversation also explores gold&rsquo;s rising role, asking whether it is acting as a hedge, a currency alternative, or both in today&rsquo;s uncertain landscape.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Bigger Pic: Asia Currencies in a Shifting Dollar World

It’s the last Friday of the month, which means it’s time to put your news knowledge to the test! From market trends to global politics and even a bit of celebrity drama, this quiz wraps up the stories that shaped the month.

Play along with Ryan, Audrey and Emaad and see how closely you’ve been following the headlines!

 

Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar

Produced by Audrey Siek

Edited by Trisha Yeong

Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

It&rsquo;s the last Friday of the month, which means it&rsquo;s time to put your news knowledge to the test! From market trends to global politics and even a bit of celebrity drama, this quiz wraps up the stories that shaped the month.
Play along with Ryan, Audrey and Emaad and see how closely you&rsquo;ve been following the headlines!
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Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang &amp; Emaad Akhtar
Produced by Audrey Siek
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Photo and music credit: Pixabay &amp; its talented community of contributors

Breakfast Quiz: January markets, headlines and a little bit of 'tea'

Strong revenue growth and profits pushed Meta back into the spotlight. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang look at how advertising, AI investment and scale continue to power Meta’s business, and what could move the stock next.

Strong revenue growth and profits pushed Meta back into the spotlight.&nbsp;Dan Koh and Ryan Huang look at how advertising, AI investment and scale continue to power Meta&rsquo;s business, and what could move the stock next.

Companies to watch: iFAST to obtain a banking licence in the UK

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