Your Money with Michelle Martin

How did UOB perform in its latest set of earnings results? Despite posting positive numbers, why are investors still concerned about Meta? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang break down the details. They also discuss the latest S-REITs earnings results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The S-REITs sector has been coming under intense pressure as of late, with their YTD performance reflecting a 15% drop, compared to a 5% dip in the STI. While institutions and global institutions may look away,are there are opportunities to be found at a discount? Michelle Martin and Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan look closer at 3 blue-chips worth talking about.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Market View, Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang find out what's powering Microsoft's cloud growth, what the demand for Google online advertising is like today, and if the new debt issuance in China is enough to revive the world's second largest economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This one is for the Joseph Conrad fans. A new book brings two Conrad novellas that start in Singapore together for the first time Editor of " Tales of an Eastern Port: The Singapore Novellas of Joseph Conrad" Kevin Riordan, shares more of Conrad’s imagined Singapore, with Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Addressing crypto misconceptions has undoubtedly become increasingly imperative, given the long list of unfortunate events that occurred over the past year. With that in mind, Michelle Martin invites Diederik Van Wersch, International Director, Crypto & Web3, Chainalysis to discuss Chainalysis’s crypto myth busting report which seeks to dispel 30 of the most common myths about cryptocurrency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s shopping season! Why is Chevron buying Hess Corporation for $53 billion? Why did Swiss pharma giant Roche agree to buy Telavant Holdings in a $7.1 billion deal? And where is Microsoft investing its $3.2 billion to boost AI and Tech? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang crunch the numbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin invites Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend to discuss some of the challenges markets are expected to face at the tail end of 2023 and what the rise in long term interest rates for government bonds mean for stocks and gold prices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who is topping the charts of institutional buying in Singapore's stock market, and whose lead should you follow? What's behind last week's negative sentiment over on Wall Street? And what key data should you be keeping an eye out on as Big Tech companies report their earnings results this week? Find out with Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here's the dilemma that many of us are faced with: Should you invest in a lump sum or in smaller increments over time, a strategy known as dollar-cost averaging? Find out the answer with Michelle Martin and Chrisopher Tan, CEO, Providend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Market View, Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang find out what's the latest on MBS' expansion plans, highlights coming out of Keppel's earnings, and why stock-market investors are fixated on 5% as the 10-year Treasury yield nears its key threshold.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are there any real differences in how an investor should approach investing when major impact events like war breaks out? What does history tell us? Bank of America says we are in the worst bond market in some 247 years. Why are bond yields rising so fast? Michelle Martin finds out with Arun Pai, Investments Team, Monks Hill Ventures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earnings are back in full swing! Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang analyse how Procter & Gamble, Tesla, and Netflix performed in its later quarter. They also examine China's latest GDP numbers and find out what it means for the world's second largest economy going forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How is ExxonMobil harnessing 130 years of experience in the local Singapore market to meet changing needs for clean energy sources? From research initiatives to harnessing hydrogen and the future of carbon capture, Michelle Martin speaks with Geraldine Chin, Chairman and Managing Director of ExxonMobil Asia Pacific to find out what the key energy player is reading in terms of energy trends and how it is poised to meet Singapore's future needs. This SIEWCast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and Money FM 89.3 in Partnership with ExxonMobil. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You might think that those three words have been responsible for your mountain of debt, but what if you turned your natural impulse into your new superpower? What would your life look like, if you just kept buying income-producing assets? Find out more with Michelle Martin who has found a great book to help you do just that.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do most SIngaporeans in a survey by SJP Place point to as the important factor to wealth accumulation and retention? Michelle Martin speaks with Oliver Wickham, Asia Partnership Director, St. James’s Place to find out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is behind the Bank of America and Bank of New York Mellon's profits' growth? Meanwhile, how did Keppel REIT perform in its recent earnings release? And to what extent will the war in the Middle East weigh on United Airlines profits? Michelle Martin asks Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much emergency savings should you have? How much of your monthly salary should you be investing? How much insurance coverage should one have? Michelle unpacks the secrets to a holistic financial planning with Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Ping An the next big Chinese property developer to default? What's China's new maritime cooperation initiative all about? How has cash sorting affected Charles Schwab? Michelle Martin investigates with Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Bali villa? An apartment in Thailand? An investment home in the UK? What are key property fundamentals you need to know to figure out your risks and potential returns? Michelle Martin finds out with founder of Born Poor Die Rich, Daniel Sim. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How is Wing Tai Holdings able to pay out more than its earnings? What’s powering JPMorgan Chase’s earnings? And what are the possible repercussions of DBS & Citibank’s recent banking service disruption? Michelle Martin breaks it all down with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does a bear bond market mean for equities? What are the risks associated with structured products? And amid conflict in the Middle East, where or what could be a safe haven asset ? Michelle Martin puts these questions to Swapnil Mishra, Founder, WealthZen & Adjunct Mentor, Singapore Management University.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of Market View, Michelle Martin and Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan find out what’s pushing Delta Airlines shares lower despite an almost 60% jump in profits, the significance of China’s state fund recent investment in Chinese bank shares, and 2 Chinese stocks to watch out for today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are we nearing the other side of the "higher-for-longer" narrative and what could this mean for the S-REITs sector? Michelle Martin speaks to Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist and Independent Financial Advisor to find out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Market View, Electric Vehicles (EVs) are in focus today! Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang find out how Huawei is heating up competition in the EV space and why Rivian’s stock is a buy for UBS. They also discuss the impact Klarna’s AI tech is expected to have on Amazon and other retailers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How far is Singapore from meeting its target of importing 4GW of low carbon electricity by 2035? Michelle Martin discusses Singapore's efforts to decarbonize energy supplies with Mr Ngiam Shih Chun the Chief Executive of the Energy Market Authority. This SIEWCast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and Money FM 89.3 in Partnership with ExxonMobil. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is Islamic investing and how would you know which investments are considered halal? Michelle Martin invites Muhammad Ridhwaan Radzi, CSAA, Managing Director of IFSG and RizqX as they explore some investment strategy for investors looking to grow their wealth while adhering to the Shariah law.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin is in conversation with Maggie Switek, Director, Regional Economics, Milken Institute’s Research Department about what the US agenda of nearshoring has meant for the Mexican economy and why it is valuable for investors to consider expanding their Mexican footprint today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is driving PepsiCo to raise its earnings outlook? On the other hand, what does LVMH’s Q3 earnings report suggest about consumers’ appetite for global luxury brands? And what would Country Garden’s warning of a possible default suggest about the fate of China’s property sector? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang analyse these latest headlines and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are stocks rising even amid the latest Gaza war? Who are expected to be some of the worst hit companies of Hamas' attack in Israel? And what is Bank of America's top 5 stock picks for safety and security in a dangerous world? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang unpack the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With more than 8,500 ETFs available in the global markets to choose from, how do we make sure we choose the right one for our portfolio? And what are three big things that investors need to know before buying an ETF? Michelle Martin invites Tim Phillips, Founder, TimTalksMoney to break down the step by step guide to investing in an ETF.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How has the conflict between Israel and the Palestinian enclave of Gaza impacting the oil market? What is the risk of market contagion? Why is ExxonMobil interested in buying Pioneer Natural Resources? And why did US markets change course and rally last Friday? Michelle Martin unpacks it all with Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the concept of decentralised cloud infrastructure and how is it transforming the cloud computing and gaming industry? Dan Koh invites Mark Rydon, Co-founder & CEO, Aethir to share how Aethir is addressing the needs of gaming and AI companies through its DCI technology, and his outlook on the future of the gaming industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is the US Securities and Exchange Commission forcing Elon Musk to testify in court? Does Levi Strauss’ cut of its full-year sales forecast suggesting that people simply are not liking jeans? And what does the currency market sentiment reflect about the health of the global economy? Find out with Dan Koh and Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What work has been done in the area of large -scale electricity imports, the ASEAN power grid, regional collaboration and Keppel's first hydrogen ready plant in Singapore? Michelle Martin finds out with Janice Bong, Managing Director, Power and Renewables, Infrastructure Division, Keppel. This SIEWCast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and Money FM 89.3 in Partnership with ExxonMobil. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The festive holiday season is looming large! And if Europe is on your list of travel destinations, you’re in luck! Because on Money and Me, Dan Koh and Adrian Abraham invite celebrity yacht chef, Lisa Mead, to share with us why you don’t need to break the bank to have an unforgettable experience on your next Europe getaway. They also discuss some of the best budget friendly cruise packages that you might want to consider if flying isn’t what you’re looking for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s Market View, Dan Koh and Ryan Huang find out what’s pulling the US Treasury yields back overnight on Wall Street, what the possible switching of Apple’s search engine would mean for Google, and the South Korean robot company which saw its shares more than double during its trading debut. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For a while now, women are often stereotyped as being less equipped than men to manage their money. But that’s all changing now because according to a study by the U.S. Bank’s 2022 Women and Wealth Insights, women are closing in on men when it comes to their self-evaluated financial prowess. In fact, did you know that past research has found that women’s investment returns were 0.4% higher than men’s, on average! On Money and Me, Dan Koh invites Daphne Tan, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, CMC Markets and Tanya Rolfe, Co-founder, Sophia to discuss why it is so important for more women to make investment decisions now more than ever and the role they play in transforming the investment landscape for the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s driving the 10-year Treasury yield to a 16-year high? And what does this mean for the broader market? Why was Kevin Mccathy voted out even after averting a government shutdown? And why is optimism returning to the Japanese yen? Dan Koh finds out with Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The advent of Artificial Intelligence has seen the redefinition of productivity and simplification of processes across every sector in the world. And the legal industry is no exception. In fact just recently, it was reported that litigants in Singapore could in the future tap generative AI to help them with their claims or defence! Dan Koh speaks with Justin Chan, Managing Partner, Justin Chan Chambers LLP to discuss what the integration of AI in the legal sector would mean for litigants in terms of costs and processes, and how this new revolution would impact lawyers in the near future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does the negative YTD performance of the benchmark Russell 2000 index indicate about the health of the US economy? What are the magnificent stocks that can help you weather through this market volatility? And what would China Evergrande Group’s liquidation mean for the country’s broader property sector? Dan Koh and Ryan Huang unpack it all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to Polina Pomliano, the highest performers don’t use tricks or hacks to achieve greatness, but mental frameworks that fundamentally change the way they see the world. But what are these secrets that distinguishes the truly successful from the rest of the pack? And how do successful people stay resilient and unbreakable in the face of stress and pressure? On Read, Dan Koh speaks to Polina Marinova Pompliano to discuss her new book, Hidden Genius, and how gambling on yourself, finding your unique advantages, and optimising your content diet will help you reach your full potential today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As self-employed individuals, a lack of capital can certainly stand in the way of your success. And while turning to traditional banks for loans can seem like an alternative, the stringent policies may result in some falling into unnecessary debt loans. Today on Money and Me, Dan Koh invites Jenn Ong, Head of Credit Products, GXS Bank to break the notion that loans and credits are something to be avoided, and how they can be redefined as empowering tools to the financially underserved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does an oversold September suggest a bounce in October? What’s the latest on French billionaire Bernard Arnault’s suspected money laundering investigation? And is there a bull case for emerging markets as we step into the last 3 months of this year? Dan Koh asks Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's no question that the large and systemic implosions last year in the world of crypto have redefined the regulatory landscape in the blockchain ecosystem. With that in mind, how can investors and builders alike safely secure and deploy their assets amid the ever-evolving digital asset space? And what role do crypto asset custodians play in safeguarding these digital assets? Dan Koh and Adrian Abraham discuss with HB Lim, Managing Director of APAC for BitGo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Investment Bites, Dan Koh and Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan weigh the pros and cons of stocking picking and ETF. They also discuss how to decide which is better fit for your investment strategy and the steps to maximise your returns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What were the key highlights of the 2023 Code conference? Can X truly be profitable by early 2024? And what does Huawei’s release of its latest Mate 60 Pro Smartphone suggest about competition in the semiconductor space? Dan Koh and Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan unravel these questions and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could the Central & Southern Asia and Oceania region hold the key to the future of Crypto? Well according to Chainalysis’ Global Crypto Adoption Index, that might be the case, given the countries’ wide-ranging, unique economic needs, and different use cases of crypto! Dan Koh and Adrian Abraham invite Diederik Van Wersch, International Director, Crypto & Web3, Chainalysis to discuss the key findings of the report and how crypto usage in the region is shaping the future of the blockchain ecosystem. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are the repercussions of a US government shutdown, and what does it mean for us here in Asia? What were some of the highlights coming out of Meta’s Connect developer conference? Dan Koh and Willie Keng break down the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to investing in the stock market, many of us would have heard of the saying, ‘Don’t put all your eggs into one basket’. In fact, given the current economic conditions, diversification has never been more important than ever! But how diversified is a diversified investment portfolio? And how should a beginner diversify his/her assets? Dan Koh asks Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We know how painful it can be to take an L. But as with any investments that we make, it is important to prevent our emotions from interfering with our financial decisions. So on today's Investment Bites, Dan Koh and Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan explore the best stop loss strategy to manage our risks on any given trade or investment effectively.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.