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S1E2: Buy, build, or both? Rethinking growth in a tougher market

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Corporate growth used to be straightforward. Now it’s a strategic balancing act. In this episode of Ask PwC Singapore, Claressa Monteiro speaks with Richard Eu, Satoshi Yoshida and Ling Tok Hong about how Eu Yan Sang is navigating ownership change, digital transformation and expansion — while preserving a 146-year legacy. From omnichannel strategy to integration risk, this episode explores what truly drives long-term value in an uncertain market. This episode is produced in collaboration with PwC Singapore. Highlights 03:35 Legacy brands and succession planning 04:46 Strategic considerations for M&A 08:57 Operational shifts and market challenges 11:44 Integrating traditional and modern approaches 17:17 Future growth and success metrics More about: Check out PwC Singapore’s latest insights More on PwC Singapore’s Deals Advisory services Follow PwC Singapore on LinkedIn -- Now, we want to hear from you! Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected]. We’ll look into it for future episodes. --- Podcast written and presented by: Claressa Monteiro ([email protected]) With Richard Eu, group chairman, Eu Yan Sang International Private Limited, Satoshi Yoshida, acting group CEO and chief strategy officer, Eu Yan Sang International Private Limited and Ling Tok Hong, deals leader at PwC Singapore Post-production: Claressa Monteiro & Chai Pei Chieh Video production: Studio +65 A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Podcasts: Channel: bt.sg/pcOM Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/pcAP Spotify: bt.sg/pcSP YouTube Music: bt.sg/giK9 Website: bt.sg/podcasts Feedback to: [email protected] Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.  --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Correspondents at: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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