Your Money with Michelle Martin

What can be contested and who benefits when you buy property in another person’s name? Michelle Martin chats with Justin Chan, Senior Partner & Head, Dispute Resolution Practice Tito Isaac & Co LLP to understand scenarios that can unfold when buying a house through a trust or on the basis of trust.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SREITs are in focus this morning! Michelle Martin looks into some local companies that’s making headlines and investigate Netflix’s shocking increase in subscriber numbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lacey Filipich won a lottery of sorts with her late mother's money lessons. The award winning author and founder of Money School tells Michelle Martin, it’s not more money that we should be aiming for if we want to be time and asset rich. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will inflation continue to be the theme that drives market movements this year? And is the bond market poised for a recovery in 2023? Michelle Martin asks Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of Market View, Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang investigate the latest tech layoff scene over in the US, how markets are reacting to the the latest December retail sales data, and what makes UG Healthcare an undervalued stock. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we head into 2023, are opportunities different in the stock market as compared to 2022? Do the latest US banks earnings results provide any indication of the overall health of the US economy? And why is Microsoft making a 10 billion dollar bet on ChatGPT? Michelle Martin poses these questions and more to Swapnil Mishra, Founder, WealthZen & Adjunct Mentor, Singapore Management UniversitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is the Singapore dollar the new short? What’s behind Goldman Sachs poor earnings performance? And what do we need to know about Elon Musks’ latest 2018 fraud trial? Don’t miss this episode of Market View as Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang analyse these latest headlines and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After 3 years of being cutoff from the rest of the world, airlines, hotels and even luxury business are now preparing themselves from the pent up demand from the reopening of China’s economy. Michelle Martin dives into conversation with Darren Chan, Research Analyst, Phillip Securities Research as they discuss what the return of Chinese tourists would mean for Singapore’s tourism sector and the possible beneficial economic ripple effects investors need to take note of. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strategists over at Morgan Stanley have cut their year end forecast for the US Dollar! What does this mean for the greenback? Also, what is boosting optimism over in the EU market? Join Michelle Martin on this episode of Market view as she explores these questions and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What impact could China’s reopening have on regional market economies? And to what extent will it influence the overall emerging market outlook for the rest of this year? Michelle Martin asks Philip Waters, CEO, APAC and Emerging Markets, OANDASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are Foxconn and Pegatron, 2 of apple’s suppliers, doing to mitigate geopolitical and supply chain risks? And what are the chances that Washington defaults on its financial obligations? Michelle Martin breaks down the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know, the largest single Grab food order in 2022 amounted to a staggering $992.48! Today on Money and Me, Michelle Martin speaks to Jennie Johnson, Head of Marketing, GrabAds about where Singaporeans are putting money when making orders on Grab and some trends businesses need to know to supercharge their sales! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does the latest US inflation data suggest that the action taken by the Feds is working? Is inflation finally coming under control? Meanwhile, what could China’s reopening mean for different segments of the market? The outlook for gold, oil and foreign currencies JPY and RMB are also discussed. Michelle Martin is joined by Stephen Innes, Managing Partner, SPI Asset Management See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could a new approach to leadership help your organisation deal with the ‘Great Resignation?’. Today on Money and Me, Michelle Martin finds out what it takes to fortify antifragility in organisations, and if the leader-coach can be a force that disrupts the Great Resignation with Dr Henry Toi, Author of Think, Coach, Thrive! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do investors think that US banks are in for a rough year despite positive numbers in recent weeks? Find out Michelle Martin on today’s solo edition of Market View.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So you want to expand your portfolio of dividend stocks but are wondering how the US Fed's management of rates - particularly in the second half of 2023- could impact the companies on your list, Michelle Martin asks Tim Phillips, Head of Content & Investment Lead for ProsperUs, CGS-CIMB Securities, to break down a simple dividend investment strategy for the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it schadenfreude or just the very human resonance with a story that at its heart is about family? Michelle Martin asks, will you read Prince Harry's new book?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It looks like the tables have turned as Citigroup analysts are calling for "underweight" on U.S. equities on recession fears but were bullish on European stocks Why is that? And why is optimism returning to the European market? Well tune in to find out as Michelle Martin breaks down the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Media reports say China is planning to relax restrictions or ease the “three red lines“ policy for its real estate sector. We’ve seen the easing of controls from chips to coal imports and Chinese internet platform businesses. Are we at another important turning point for the paradigm governing China’s technological ambitions? Michelle Martin puts the question to author of Influence Empire, the Inside the Story of Tencent and China’s Tech Ambition Lulu Chen, Author, Influence Empire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US corporate earnings are back in focus! What are some of Wall Street's expectations? Meanwhile, how are markets reacting to China's reopening? Michelle Martin takes a deep dive into these questions and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Money and Me, Michelle Martin invites Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan to discuss dividend stocks to watch spanning REITs, recruitment, food solutions and the newest addition to the Singapore Exchange. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin McCarthy had just been elected as the US House Speaker! How might this decision affect markets? Meanwhile, which economy is likely to grow faster in the year ahead, is it Singapore or Hong Kong? Michelle Martin has the answers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where should you put your money this year, if investing in the stock market last year turned out to be disappointing? Michelle Martin asks Christopher Tan, CEO, Providend, as he shares his investment outlook for 2023 and how we can take action based on this strategy. Also if he had $100 000, where would he put it in the market in 2023?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of Market View, Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang explore Walgreen Boots Alliances’ latest earnings report and why its shares are falling even after quarterly results exceeded expectations. They also look into this week’s oil sell-off and find out the odds of a bull run in 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin finds out what the highlights of an anticipated art fair in SEA, how technology is changing the art world and what is shaping up as trends for the art market for 2023 with Magnus Renfrew, Co-Founder of ART SG and Co-Chairman and Global Director of The Art AssemblySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unlike the stock market, which witnessed the freefall of share prices at the outset of the Covid-19 outbreak, demand and prices in the luxury watch market skyrocketed! And many market players do not expect this trend to stop anytime soon… On today’s episode of Money and Me, Michelle Martin ventures into the world of luxury watches and invites Terence Ho, Co-founder of 33 Club Singapore to share some trends he’s seeing in the luxury watch market, and tips for those looking to buy or invest in these expensive timepieces.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does Microsoft have what it takes to lure people away from Google with the launch of its ChatGPT technology? And what are the highlights coming out of the US Fed’s December meeting minutes? Join Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang as they analyse the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are your financial goals for 2023? With so much to think about, some of us may even struggle to come up or work with a realistic plan.Well to help us out today, Michelle Martin speaks to Elijah Lee, Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities as he breaks down everything you need to know about preparing yourself financially for the uncertainties in 2023 and some considerations to know when setting a financial goal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2022 saw the underperformance of gold, thanks to the strong US dollar and an increased competition from other safe-haven assets with a yield. But as we move into the new year, what does the bullish case for gold look like in 2023? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang investigate the possibilities, and explore some of the best stock picks for 2023. They also look into the reasons why investors think 2023 stands to be a better year for Chinese equities than 2022. Money and Me: The right approach to financial freedom in 2023 What are your financial goals for 2023? With so much to think about, some of us may even struggle to come up or work with a realistic plan. Well to help us out today, Michelle Martin speaks to Elijah Lee, Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities as he breaks down everything you need to know about preparing yourself financially for the uncertainties in 2023 and some considerations to know when setting a financial goal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which SREITs stand to become beneficiaries of investors seeking resilient yield and growth opportunities in a high interest rate environment? And with China taking a major step towards reopening its borders, is it finally time to stock up on companies with high exposure to the Chinese market? Start your year right with Michelle Martin as she speaks to Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist and Independent Financial Advisor about his thoughts on the performance of SREITs in 2023 and some sectors to avoid during this period of volatility. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2022 market narrative circled around the great market sell-off, which wiped trillions off the stock market capitalization, and taking a huge bite out of average investors’ retirement plans. That said, what’s the case for 2023 being another bearish or perhaps a bullish year? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang explore this question and more on Market View. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To say that it has been a brutal year for US Technology stocks might be an understatement.. But on the bright side, last night’s rally may have given investors a glimmer of hope. Join Zia-ul Raushan, Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they break down the details. They also discuss which countries will stand to benefit from the influx of Chinese tourists and the reopening of China’s economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If there’s one headline that we can’t ignore, that would be China’s dramatic pivot from its Covid zero policy. But given concerns over the transparency of its Covid reporting numbers, is China’s reopening leading to other countries restricting entry? Find out with Zia-ul Raushan and Dan Koh as they analyse the details. They also explore the latest build up of the FTX saga and why Exxon Mobil is suing the EU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tech-heavy Nasdaq suffered a bout of selling overnight, driven by Tesla's 11% plunge. Why are investors reacting strongly against the electric vehicle maker? Meanwhile, Russia had also recently announced a ban on oil sales to countries that abide by a price cap imposed this month by the West. Join Zia-ul Raushan and Dan Koh as they break down the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With CPF updates aplenty in 2023, how can you maximize the benefits to reap its rewards? Well, find out today with Zia-ul Raushan and Dan Koh as they invite on the show Elijah Lee, Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities to discuss it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As China prepares for quarantine free incoming travellers, what can we expect from the world’s second largest economy? And what does this mean for the rest of us here in Asia? Find out with Zia-ul Raushan, Dan Koh and Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As China continues it’s push to open up with plans to cut quarantine requirements for overseas travellers next month, reports suggests that the mainland is facing up to 1 million Covid-19 infections daily. So should we thread with caution despite the urgency for the world's second largest economy to open up? Tune in as Zia-ul Raushan and Ryan Huang take a deep dive into these issues and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of Money and Me, Zia-ul Raushan dives into headlines regarding Elon Musk and China’s economy after its opening. Arun Pai, Investments Team, Monks Hill Ventures weighs in to share more about how such a hasty opening may affect the region’s economic activity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tesla’s shares hit its new low, so where to from here for Elon Musk? And is a Santa Claus rally on the cards for traders? Tune in as Zia-ul Raushan and Ryan Huang take a deep dive into these issues and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of Money and Me, Dan Koh and Zia-ul Raushan dive into the world of NFT. For those who aren’t familiar, NFT refers to non-fungible tokens, which are generally created using the same type of programming used for cryptocurrencies. Join in the conversation as they speak to Chewtoro, Web 3 Partnerships for Mandala Club about some of the trends that she’s seeing in the NFT market here in Singapore and abroad, what’s in her NFT collection and what the future of this space looks like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Overnight on Wall Street, stocks snapped its four-day losing streak, putting a little wind back into hopes for an end-of-year rally. What drove the positive market sentiments? Find out with Dan Koh, Zia-ul Raushan and Ryan Huang as they investigate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The European Union has agreed to limit natural gas prices in an effort to combat the energy crisis. But this begs the question, how might this policy have an impact on Europe's ability to attract gas supplies in price-competitive global markets and its overall energy security? Find out with Zia-ul Raushan and Dan Koh as they speak to Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist, IG about the influence of EU's “dynamic” cap on natural gas on market prices, and his outlook for oil and gold prices moving into 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of Market View, Dan Koh, Zia-ul Raushan and Willie Keng, Founder of Dividend Titan speak find out why Amazon has slumped almost 50% this year alone and what the European Union energy ministers' agreement to a “dynamic” cap on natural gas prices would mean for consumers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diversity and inclusivity - Those are the 2 words that have gained traction over the years in the broadcast and entertainment industry thanks to the rapid expansion of OTT streaming services like Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video. On this episode of Money and Me, Dan Koh invites Eric Collins, CEO & Founding Member of Impact X Capital Partners to talk about the importance of cast diversity and inclusive content, and the opportunities that are presented to investors who are looking to dabble into the entertainment content industry here in Asia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How will the US Fed’s recent 50 basis points rate affect REITs here in Singapore? And what does Goldman Sach’s recent announcement of a 8% layoff suggest about the current economic environment that we’re in? Join in the conversation with Dan Koh, Zia-ul Raushan and Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan, as they break down the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the new year looming large, what resolutions do you have on your list? Well, on today’s episode of Money and Me, Dan Koh and Zia-ul Raushan speak to Nicole Ng, Head of Learning and Partnerships, The Simple Sum about 5 financial resolutions that you may want to consider, and what you can do to achieve them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stocks on Wall Street extended their sell off after new data showed retails declined more than expected in November. Join in the conversation with Dan Koh and Zia-ul Raushan as they discuss the market movement overnight and the rationale behind Elon Musk’s latest Tesla sell off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s finally official! The US Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis point, breaking a string of four straight three quarter basis point hikes. But why are markets reacting strongly against this widely expected move? Dan Koh and Zia-ul Raushan bring you the details. They also discuss HSBC’s latest plan to stop financing new oil and gas fields, and if other banks are expected to follow suit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know, it is predicted that myopia alone will impact nearly half the global population by 2050? With that in mind, Zhaoke Ophthalmology has developed a new innovative drug, NVK002, that seeks to address this concern. Join in the conversation with Dan Koh and Zia-ul Raushan as they invite Lisa Feng, CFO, Zhaoke Ophthalmology on today’s episode of Money and Me to talk about what her company is doing to position themselves as a market leader in this space and the opportunities presented to investors looking to dabble in the world of eye health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of Market View, Dan Koh and Raushan analyse the latest US CPI data and everything you need to know about the latest build up of the FTX saga.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.