According to MediaPost and Standard Media Index’s global ad market tracker, the month of July was the worst month for ad spending in 2 years. And so, for brands and marketers, this truly begs the billion-dollar question, should Southeast Asia’s brands cut their ad spend amid a potential recession?

Rene E. Menezes, Co-Founder & President, Involve Asia shares his thoughts on this matter. 

According to MediaPost and Standard Media Index’s global ad market tracker, the month of July was the worst month for ad spending in 2 years. And so, for brands and marketers, this truly begs the billion-dollar question, should Southeast Asia’s brands cut their ad spend amid a potential recession?
Rene E. Menezes, Co-Founder &amp; President, Involve Asia shares his thoughts on this matter.

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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.

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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.

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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)

Why It Matters: Should Southeast Asia’s brands cut their ad spending amid a recession?

The US dollar has anchored the global financial system for decades, but cracks are beginning to show. At the same time, artificial intelligence is driving trillion dollar valuations even as real economy productivity gains remain uncertain. Tom Orlik, Bloomberg's Chief Economist examines what is changing beneath the surface of global markets. We explore why confidence in the dollar is being tested, what credible alternatives could look like, and whether AI investment is running ahead of economic reality.  

Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

The US dollar has anchored the global financial system for decades, but cracks are beginning to show. At the same time, artificial intelligence is driving trillion dollar valuations even as real economy productivity gains remain uncertain. Tom Orlik, Bloomberg's Chief Economist examines what is changing beneath the surface of global markets. We explore why confidence in the dollar is being tested, what credible alternatives could look like, and whether AI investment is running ahead of economic reality.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Bigger Pic: Dollar Dominance Under Pressure, AI Hype on Trial

As 2025 draws to a close, markets have delivered strong gains. Global equities are up sharply, Singapore stocks have hit record highs, and gold has surged on geopolitical and rate-cut expectations. But beneath the headline numbers, questions remain about growth, valuations, and what lies ahead in 2026.

Dan Koh speaks with Vasu Menon, Managing Director of Investment Strategy at OCBC Bank, to break down the winners and losers of 2025, the chances of a Santa Claus rally, what US growth figures reveal about the economy, and how investors can prepare their portfolios for risks and opportunities in the year ahead.

As 2025 draws to a close, markets have delivered strong gains. Global equities are up sharply, Singapore stocks have hit record highs, and gold has surged on geopolitical and rate-cut expectations. But beneath the headline numbers, questions remain about growth, valuations, and what lies ahead in 2026.
Dan Koh speaks with Vasu Menon, Managing Director of Investment Strategy at OCBC Bank, to break down the winners and losers of 2025, the chances of a Santa Claus rally, what US growth figures reveal about the economy, and how investors can prepare their portfolios for risks and opportunities in the year ahead.

Bigger Pic: Stocks, gold and growth signals at the end of 2025

Christmas and Coca-Cola have long been intertwined, from the iconic red trucks to seasonal packaging and global campaigns. But this year, as the company reports solid third-quarter results and leans into its 2025 holiday campaign, the festive season is also shaping up as a market signal for consumer behaviour.

On Companies to Watch, Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar unpack Coca-Cola’s latest financial performance, how its Christmas marketing is evolving in an age of AI and social media buzz, and what the holiday season reveals about brand power, consumer confidence and spending ahead of 2026.

Christmas and Coca-Cola have long been intertwined, from the iconic red trucks to seasonal packaging and global campaigns. But this year, as the company reports solid third-quarter results and leans into its 2025 holiday campaign, the festive season is also shaping up as a market signal for consumer behaviour.
On Companies to Watch, Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar unpack Coca-Cola&rsquo;s latest financial performance, how its Christmas marketing is evolving in an age of AI and social media buzz, and what the holiday season reveals about brand power, consumer confidence and spending ahead of 2026.

Why It Matters: Should Southeast Asia’s brands cut their ad spending amid a recession?

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