Your Money with Michelle Martin

Where are funds flows for cheap developing stocks heading towards? Why has gold hit new highs? Will markets continue the march up if there are no rate cuts soon? Will the F1 owner step up to greater highs? Michelle Martin finds out in conversation with Hebe Chen, Market Strategist with IG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is pushing down rental prices in Singapore? Which sectors are seeing the most significant falls? How much can tenants be bargaining off their rent? What is an investor of a rental property to do with today's market and where could upgrader money be flowing next? Michelle Martin finds out with Benny Ong CEO and his two other co-founders, Shawn Lee and Germaine Chow from I Quadrant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Easter Monday! Michelle Martin looks at bullish sentiment in Asia and the US and the companies that could have good upside in months ahead. How Alibaba is planning for faster deliveries? How are Reddit shares trending post-IPO? Also, we meet the five Thai blue chips trading on the SGX from todaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even as inflation remained stubbornly high, how are markets breaking records and defying the odds? Why does Goldman Sachs Asset Management believe that U.S. stocks have “limited upside” from here? And why is Reddit being targeted by short-sellers? Dan Koh and Sean Cheong crunch the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With interest rates widely expected to be cut some time this year, how relevant and viable are Singapore Treasury bills, fixed deposits, and Singapore Savings Bonds in 2024? And how should you prepare your investment portfolio for an interest rate cut environment? Dan Koh asks Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With strong gains from mega technology companies pushing the main US equity benchmarks to record highs, does this reflect a tech bubble like the one in 1999? What is the likely direction of the US Fed’s interest rate trajectory? And how should investors prepare their portfolios for a rate-cut environment? Michelle Martin asks Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Supply chains, weight loss drugs, who is the chipmaker who is doing better than NVIDIA? Why is BYD's profit growth slowing? And will it increasingly become more expensive to drink that hot chocolate? Michelle Martin finds out in the solo zip through markets in the morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The casino resides in many homes today - That's according to Warren Buffett, who recently compared today’s stock market to a casino, with investors buying and selling rapidly in the hopes of winning big. So how do we learn to invest and not gamble in this day and age? And how do we identify undervalued stocks like Buffett did to attain financial success? Michelle Martin finds out the answers with Tim Phillips, Founder, TimTalksMoney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Would Xiaomi give more established car brands a run for their money? Who is likely to succeed Boeing ex-CEO Dave Calhoun? And what do you need to know about the trucking and rail strategy that's heating up today? Michelle Martin asks Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist, IG Markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To what extent are China's concerted efforts to encourage foreign investment being checked by tensions with the US? Is China the undeniable leader in the sector dealing with the green transition goods; dealing with the likes of solar panels or EV car makers? Long-term or speculative play: what should different types of investors keep in mind when looking at China? Michelle Martin invites Jack Kouzi, Director of Strategy, VFS Group to weigh-in on the debates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What key indicators should we look out for with inflation in Asia Pac this week? Who is the heavyweight in the battle for the weight-loss drug market? Why have US stocks been up 30 % over the past month? Are small cap stocks likely the new winners?What do earnings in China signal of its economy? The demand for the yuan, US dollar and Sing dollar are examined in this edition of Market View as Michelle Martin speaks with her guest, Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist with IG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can you really build a dividend portfolio from scratch regardless of whether markets are up or down? Michelle Martin finds out with her guest, Willie Keng, Founder of The Dividend Titan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode hear all about Apple's legal woes and it's potential impact on customers and the business, take a closer look at that Reddit IPO, tour the global interest rates moves with the UK, Swiss, Taiwan central banks interest rates calls, and find out how the company Li Ka-Shing founded is doing. Also, why is UBS shutting wealth management accounts in Asia-Pac inherited from Credit Suisse? And has No Signboard literally lost its name? Michelle Martin and Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist with IG discuss markets, this Friday morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does a potential AI collaboration between Apple and Google mean for both companies and competitors in the market? Is it wise for investors to engage in ‘stock lending’? And what do investors need to know about the impact of the Bank of Japan’s historic rate hike? Michelle Martin breaks it all down with Arun Pai, Investments team, Monk’s Hill Ventures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are Pinduoduo’s numbers a sign of economic strength in China? Why is Kering’s Gucci warning of a $7.9 billion wipe off in market value? And what are the key takeaways of the latest US FOMC meeting? Find out with Michelle Martin and Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist, IG Markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the unique role of credit co-operatives (co-ops) in today’s market-place driven financial set-up, and how can they help people with their finances and financial health? Michelle Martin invites Sanjeev Tiwari, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Amalgamated Union of Public Employees (AUPE) Credit Co-operative Limited (ACC) to discuss the fundamentals of credit co-operatives and how it is empowering its members to be financially responsible.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which countries and regions top the Milken Institute's Global Opportunity Index? Michelle Martin finds out with Maggie Switek, Senior Director at the Milken Institute. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is Unilever splitting off its ice cream unit? What’s driving the M&A activity in the pharma space? And why didn't the yen rally on news of Japan’s interest rate hike? Michelle Martin puts these questions and more to Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist, IG Markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Leave your loved ones your money, not disputes", says our guest. Michelle Martin and Justin Chan, Managing Partner, Justin Chan Chambers LLP reflect on 2 cases of disputes to help us all with legacy planning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Market View, Michelle Martin and Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist, IG Markets find out what’s the latest behind Apple and Google’s collaboration, Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot, and why Japan is due for an interest rate hike. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the latest on director deals for this week? Why do some analysts think that Apple is behaving more like a defensive stock than a high-growth tech? And what do you need to know about the week ahead? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang analyze it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who were the best and worst S-REITs performers of February 2024? And with US inflation staying persistent, how might this affect the US Fed interest rate cut roadmap and ultimately, the growth of S-REITs for the rest of this year? Which S-Reit's could be mutl-baggers and why? Michelle Martin asks Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist and Independent Financial Advisor. Curious about the screeners Michelle talks about in this episode? Kenny gives listeners access to a 1-month free pass, promo code RSxMoneyFM, for his screener at https://reitsavvy.com/reits-screener ( Pass ends on April 15 2024 ) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we look forward to St Patrick's Day celebrations this Sunday in Singapore, Michelle Martin meets the visiting cabinet minister, Ms.Hildegarde Naughton TD, Ireland's Government Chief Whip and Minister of State for Health. They discuss relations between Ireland and Singapore and the sectors of opportunities for deeper business collaboration. They also talk about the Irish public's rejection of the proposed amendments of the constitution which would have widened the definition of family and would have replaced references to women's "life within the home".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is Cisco acquiring Splunk? How should investors be reading AstraZeneca’s purchase of Amolyt Pharma? And what’s the bullish argument for Japanese stocks? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang unravel it all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you have more than one job out of choice? To what extent is overemployment a function of economic need? Is it perhaps how Quiet Quitting has evolved? Michelle Martin finds out with Professor Aaron Ng Yi Kai, Assistant professor, Singapore Institute of Technology. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s the latest of the No Signboard drama? What do UBS, Shell and IBM have in common? And why did Wells Fargo downgrade Tesla? Find out with Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nirgunan Tiruchelvam, Head of Consumer and Internet, Alethia Capital Equity Research and Michelle Martin look at 3 stocks that could benefit if Singapore continues to host more iconic events like the Taylor Swift concerts that sees large inflows of consumer spends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s driving Pan-United Corporation’s business? How might Boeing Max’s crisis affect other airline companies? And have Chinese stocks finally bottomed out? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are ETFs that use derivatives to track an underlying index or assets? Why are they so popular in Korea? What kind of leveraged ETF's have been seeing increased inflows? Michelle Martin unpacks it all with Swapnil Mishra, Founder, WealthZen & Adjunct Mentor, Singapore Management University.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Money and Me, Michelle Martin learns about the medical and economic costs of missing an early symptom of cancer with Dr Chok Aik Yong, Medical Director of Aelius Surgical Centre, General Surgeon and Colorectal Surgeon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Market View, Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang take a deep dive into Vail Resorts & Oracle’s earnings results, what 3 dividend stocks top Wall Street analysts are recommending, and what’s the argument for investing in energy transfer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making progress for women is a multi-dimensional endeavour. From personal empowerment, to job design, recognising the need for childcare and more. Kaylee Kua, Executive Director, Daughters of Tomorrow and Michelle Martin discuss what continues to be important for women's progress in Singapore in this special edition of "Money and Me in line with International Women's Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who is buying, who is selling? We survey share buybacks and zero in on key moves. Saudi Aramco, the case for NVIDIA, whether The Gap could be heading higher, the price of gold and the performance of the pound come into focus in this edition of Market View with Michelle Martin See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christopher Tan helps us with the math involved in choices related to the closure of the CPF-SA account (for those turning 55 from next year). How can we best optimise our CPF contributions? Is trying to outdo 2.5% in your OA by funneling funds to investments a good benchmark to use? Why doesn't Chris celebrate IWD? Michelle Martin puts the pressing questions of the day to the CEO of Provided, Christopher Tan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did Jardine Matheson Holdings perform in its recent earnings report? What are 3 resolutions that investors are putting forward for Great Eastern? And what’s driving profits at DFI Retail Group? Find out with Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can countries be more than venues when harnessing the power of the "creative economy"? Are there conditions that allow some countries to grow their soft power, more effectively than others? Michelle Martin finds out in conversation with Curtis S. Chin, Chair of Asia Fellows,Senior Advisor, Global Markets of the Milken Institute and former U.S. Ambassador.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China has set an ambitious growth target of around 5% for this year. What are some of the key measures it is looking at to as to boost its flagging economy and will the measures be significant enough to reinvigorate China's once booming economy? Bitcoin hit a high but so has a Joe Biden meme coin - the latter saw a 4700% jump. Will Bitcoin hit $100 000 by the end of 2024? Michelle Martin finds out how Arun Pai, Investments Team, Monk’s Hill Ventures is reading markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why has Citi downgraded SIA to ‘neutral’? What might JD.com’s recent earnings results suggest about China’s economy? And how is OpenAI responding to Elon Musk’s allegations? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang investigate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who's overtaking Apple as the new favourite smartphone in China? Why did AMD hit a US regulatory roadblock? And how should investors be reading Bitcoin's recent wild swings? Dan Koh and Ryan Huang analyze the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will the economic impact of Swift's visit be fleeting? Which sectors could benefit? Is Swift part of a broader trend that countries are likely to soon capitalize on for tangible GDP growth? Michelle Martin discusses the possible effects of the "Swift Lift" with David Mann, Chief Economist, Asia Pacific, Mastercard, Mastercard Economics Institute.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s driving Sea’s recent earnings? Why is Apple getting fined nearly $2 billion? And why are Reddit’s users threatening to bet against its IPO? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang find out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What returns could you be looking at if you did invest your OA and SRS? What is the risk-return argument? Michelle Martin in conversation with So Sin Ting, CCO, Endowus to discuss why women in particular may want to maximize their CPF funds and participate in the stock market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s the argument for investing in granolas? How do they compare to the Magnificent Seven? And what’s the current market narrative of US stocks? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang unpack it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the lowest rate you can get refinancing your mortgage in today's IR environment? How can you find an property agent who will charge you half the usual commission rate? Michelle Martin speaks with David Baey, CEO, Mortgage Master, to find out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What actionable steps can be taken to empower women to move through their investing journey? How can parents encourage young girls to take charge of their money? Michelle Martin invites Camilla Dahl Hansen, Chief Saxo Experience Officer, Saxo Bank to discuss how women can stay invested for longer, and take their investment journey to the next level.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why was Emperador dropped from the blue chip index? What does Frasers Centrepoint Trust addition to the Straits Times Index mean for the company? And how should you be reading ComfortDelGro's latest earnings results? Find out with Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can start-ups like Zora Health women in Singapore and around the globe, preserve the scarce asset of fertility? Michelle Martin finds out with Anna Haotanto, CEO and Founder, Zora Health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Money and Me, Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang find out what's powering the stellar profits on several Singapore-listed companies, how China's Country Garden story might play out, and the latest on Hong Kong taxes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do institutional investors view the Singapore market? The budget outlines a clear push in certain sectors; should investors take note? Michelle Martin finds out with James Ooi, Market Strategist, Tiger Brokers Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will AI take over our jobs? How can mid-career transitions be managed to maximise our salary asks? What are the in-demand roles for 2024 in Singapore? Michelle Martin takes a closer look at Randstad's 2024 Job Market Outlook & Salary Guide Report with Jaya Dass, Randstad’s Regional Managing Director for Permanent Recruitment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.