Your Money with Michelle Martin

US stocks are coming off 3 straight days of gains against the backdrop of US midterm elections, so how is it expected to perform in the next few weeks based on historical trends? Meanwhile, why is Binance buying over rival FTX? Tune in to find out as Dan Koh, Zia-ul Raushan and Ryan Huang break down the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the US fed funds rate rising to the highest since 2008, how should we be adjusting our investment strategies in this volatile market? Which corners of the market look undervalued and where should investors be putting their money? Well, on today's episode of Money and Me, Zia-ul Raushan and Dan Koh speak to Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend to discuss if stocks have bottomed out and where he sees value in the market. We also analyse why S-REITs have performed poorly this year and are they still considered a good investment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did Activision manage to outperform its competitors that has seen a slump in the video-gaming sector? And what impact will the US mid term elections have on the markets? Well, tune in to find out as Ryan Huang and Zia-ul Raushan have the answers to these questions on today's episode of Market View. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Market View, Ryan Huang and Zia-Raushan discuss China's unwavering zero Covid policy despite posting a 6 months high in infections, surprises from the US job openings data, and what to watch out for in this year's COP27 meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What would it take for Singapore to become a hub for blockchain in finance? And what should investors be doing now that the US Fed have raised interest rates by yet another 75 basis point? Zia-ul Raushan and Dan Koh break down the details with Swapnil Mishra, Founder of WealthZen & Adjunct Mentor at the Singapore Management University. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that the US Federal Reserve have raised their interest rates, what's next on every investors' radar? And with big companies like Amazon and Apple freezing hiring, what does this suggest about the possibility of a recession? Dan Koh and Zia-ul Raushan find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a bid to lure more customers, Trust Bank is raising their interest rates on its Savings accounts! Joining Zia-ul Raushan and Dan Koh today are Nick Woodruff, Chief of Staff, Trust Bank and Gloria Wong, Head of Growth at Trust Bank as they discuss how Trust Bank stands out from its competitors despite offering lower headline rates in the market, and outline Trust Bank's objectives in the near future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Its official! Overnight, the US Fed Reserve raised their interest rates for the fourth consecutive time to 0.75 percentage points, but with a twist... Meanwhile, why did Russia decide to take a U-turn on its stance to ship vital Ukraine grain exports? Today on Market View, Dan Koh and Zia-ul Raushan investigate these latest headlines and discuss the impact of the lockdown of China's biggest iPhone factory on Apple. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While local banks are expected to remain beneficiaries of rising interest rates, are there any hidden gems worth considering in this time of economic uncertainty? You won't want to miss this as Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan joins Zia-ul Raushan and Dan Koh on Money and Me to discuss 3 stocks that may be worth considering as part of your investment portfolio in this inflationary environment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How are markets reacting to speculations of China exiting its Covid-zero policy? And what should you expect for this year's long awaited Singapore FinTech Festival? Ryan Huang and Zia-ul Raushan got the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wheat prices surged 6% after news of Russia's exit from Ukraine's grain export deal. How much higher can it get? And ahead of the US midterm elections, why is US President Joe Biden planning to impose higher taxes on oil companies? Find out the details with Ryan Huang and Zia-ul Raushan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local telcos announced their price plans for coverage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which kicks off on November 20th in Qatar! But that raises the question... Would you pay close to $100 dollars for access to the 64 matches? Zia-ul Raushan invites James Walton, Sports business group leader for Deloitte South-east Asia as they discuss what's causing the steep increase in prices and if this latest move might affect the broadcasters’ ability to attract customers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recognised as a rare beneficiary of Russia’s war on Ukraine, how is Civmec also thriving on the political tensions happening between China and Australia? Find out with Zia-ul Raushan and Dan Koh as they speak to Pat Tallon, CEO, Civmec about his company’s unique position to benefit from the deteriorating relations between China and Australia, and the growth opportunities Civmec will enjoy from tapping into the renewable energy space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does Russia’s move to exit the grain deal with Ukraine mean for the economy? And what can we expect from the upcoming FOMC meeting scheduled this Thursday? Ryan Huang and Zia-ul Raushan have the answers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Given the complex nature of insurance and the endless list of policies tagged to it, some of us may struggle to understand or even trust the system, especially when transparency is involved. Today on Money and Me, Zia-ul Raushan and Dan Koh speak to Bentley Cheng, Executive Director of Vision Advisory Management and Founder of FinStyle app as he shares how the FinStyle app is addressing the issue of transparency in the financial services industry and what he's doing to prove his credibility in this industry as a young entrepreneur. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite a fall in iPhone sales, Apple reported slightly better than expected results for its September quarter, going against what seemed like a gloomy trend in the US tech sector. Meanwhile, now that Elon Musk has officially taken over Twitter, what's next? Ryan Huang and Zia-ul Raushan investigate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By 2025, Asean aims to generate up to 23 per cent of its energy through renewable sources. South-east Asia is already home to several large-scale renewable power projects. Over the past few years, Singapore has increased its solar energy capacity exponentially - but this is only one pillar of the energy mix. In a special SIEWcast brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week, Money FM 89.3 and ExxonMobil, Rachel Kelly speaks to Mr Koh Chiap Khiong, CEO, Singapore and Southeast Asia, Sembcorp Industries about the future of Singapore’s energy mix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Knowing how important it is to have a safe and easily accessible platform for all your important information, vaultbox is committed to managing and protecting everything that matters. It acts as an encrypted digital depository providing easy access to vital information and documents. Zia-ul Raushan and Dan Koh speak to Matt Richards, Founder & Managing Director, Sircured and Watiga Group of Companies as he shares more about the various assets that can be stored on the vaultbox platform and how it differs from other cloud storage platforms already available in the market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shares of Meta plunged overnight after reporting disappointing earnings, following the trend of what we've been seeing in the tech sector. But amidst this decline, are there any bright spots to watch out for? Also, why are Chinese stocks going through a slump since its latest national congress? Ryan Huang and Zia-ul Raushan find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How have alternative asset investments fared given the volatility of the stock market and talks of a looming recession making headlines on a daily? Today on Money and Me, Zia-ul Raushan speaks to Nico Monroy, Director of South-east Asia, Cult Wines as he shares what makes wine investment a safe haven in our current market environment and the opportunity that the weakening British pound presents for aspiring wine investors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Tech stocks slumped overnight after Google and Microsoft both reported disappointing third-quarter results. Why is that? Meanwhile, Elon Musk has finally announced the takeover of Twitter that is set to happen this Friday. What does this mean for banks involved in this deal, especially against the backdrop of high interest rates? Ryan Huang and Zia-ul Raushan have the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Market View, Ryan Huang and Zia-ul Raushan discuss UK Prime Minister Lis Truss’s resignation and the latest Chinese market’s major sell off overnight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chainalysis recently released its 2022 Geography of Cryptocurrency report that sheds light on the key trends affecting the cryptocurrency landscape in the region. Ulisse Dell'Orto, Managing Director, APAC, Chainalysis joins Zia-ul Raushan to tell us where most people are putting their wealth into crypto and how the cryptocurrency market here in Asia is set to perform in future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz Truss just made history! Just six weeks after she was appointed, Truss will be resigning as prime minister, against the backdrop of her economic programme that sent shockwaves through the markets and divided her Conservative Party. So that raises the question, who might succeed Truss as UK Prime Minister? Meanwhile, Snap plunged more than 27% after the social media company reported weaker-than-expected revenue for the third quarter. What does this paint for their future? Ryan Huang and Dan Koh have the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Market View, Ryan Huang and Dan Koh investigate Tesla's near time outlook given its latest record third-quarter revenue which missed Wall Street estimates and how IBM was able to outperform the broader technology sector despite the rising dollar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strong corporate earnings extended a rally in Wall Street overnight for the second straight session! Some of the notable movers worth mentioning include Netflix, Goldman Sachs, and Johnson & Johnson. So what's contributing to this resilience and how are they able to continuously defy expectations? Ryan Huang and Dan Koh find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The British Pound rebounded overnight after U.K. Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt announced that almost all of the controversial tax measures announced by his predecessor would be reversed. Meanwhile, why did China delay the release of its GDP data? Ryan Huang dissect these headlines and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Market View, Ryan Huang takes us through some of the key takeaways coming out of China's President Xi Jinping's speech at the China's Communist Party Congress and how forex traders are responding to Japanese yen's recent price fluctuations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earnings season is finally here! So what can we expect as we progress into this crucial time of the year? Meanwhile, why are US markets rallying despite core inflation data revealing a rise to a 40-year high? Michelle Martin asks Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are reading Growth By Choice today. From an early physical experience of fear to making his way from flight steward to global executive leader in the technology sector today, Haresh Khoobchandani is no stranger to taking practical steps to bring his choices to life. Michelle Martin speaks to Haresh Khoobchandani, Vice President, Sales, Asia Pacific at Autodesk & Author of Growth by Choice about his growth framework that seeks to unlock our 'inner genius' to work through our fears. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much do you know about pet insurance in Singapore? Will it help you save on big vet bills? Are there really options that can help with cancer treatment and glaucoma? Michelle Martin finds out with Pamela Chong associate manager Legacy FA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The International Renewable Energy Agency is an intergovernmental organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future. This year marks the second Singapore-IRENA High-Level Forum which will focus on much needed investments in the region. IRENA has highlighted that by 2050, a total of US$33 trillion of additional investment—an increase of 30%—will be required to be on track for a 1.5°C pathway. Rachel Kelly speaks to Francesco La Camera Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency to find out his vision for the energy landscape in Asia in 2050.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why has AMC stock fallen to pre-meme levels? And what does this suggest about the future prospects of the company and other cinema chains going forward? Meanwhile, why isn't everyone believing that the BOE will stop shoring up the markets? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trigger XR is the leading global XR agency. Founder Jason Yim says the Metaverse is not a place, it is a shift in engaging with content and many companies are laying a stake for an AR or VR dominated metaverse. Michelle Martin invites Jason Yim, Founder & CEO of Trigger XR, to share his practitioner insight into the technology he thinks is enabling the evolution of metaverse and what this would mean for brands moving forward. They also discuss AI-generated art. When machines or algorithms create, where can value be unlocked and which industries stand to be disrupted?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Market View Minutes, we take a look at two locally-listed companies: One that specializes in aircraft maintenance, the other treats wastewater and sludge. Two very different businesses, no doubt about that — but both are pretty essential, when you think about it. The companies are SIA Engineering and Leader Environmental Technologies. Which stock is hot? And which might be a better investment for the long haul? Michelle Martin finds out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in Market View Minutes, we take a look at electric vehicles. EV stocks are tanking recently. But there are still a lot of interesting headlines in this space and some signs of strong institutional interest, which could bode well for EV companies going forward. Which EV companies might be hot? Michelle Martin finds out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trek 2000 is making news today after its founder was sentenced to jail for accounting fraud! Meanwhile, chipmaker earnings are estimated to fall at the fastest pace since 2008, why is that? And against this backdrop, why is this chip firm still moving ahead with its Japanese IPO debut? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang lay out the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

October is off to a shaky start after the US market closed off with a miserable 9.3% loss in September - living up to its name as the worst month of trading. So the question remains, what other factors might derail markets aside from the Fed raising interest rates? And how can we ensure that our returns are above inflation over the long term? You definitely don't want to miss this as Michelle Martin tears down the details with Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can a beefed-up dollar affect your portfolio? Michelle Martin and Tim Phillips, Head of Content & Investment Lead for ProsperUs, CGS-CIMB Securities dives into the details. They also answer the question of a listener - Roy Poh - who asked if these 2 'Buy Now Pay Later' stocks have room to run in a recessionary environment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Market View, Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang look into the significance of Apple's surge in sales despite PC shipments decline in Q3, and how this shapes the expectations of the upcoming earnings season. They also discuss how politics and international relations are weighing on chipmakers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin checks out 2 online marketplaces that were pandemic favorite and asks what could be good entry points. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are Europe-focused S-Reits managers confident their assets can withstand shocks despite experiencing multi-year lows? And what does the latest US jobs data suggest about how the Feds will approach the next rate hike? Tune in to find out as Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang break down the answers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A company called Strive Asset Management has launched an anti-ESG ETF that was successful in raising $315 millions in less than a month! Why exactly is the anti-ESG movement gaining ground? And with the OPEC+ announcing that they will be cutting 2 millions of barrels a day, is this a sign to enter the commodities market? Michelle Martin finds out with Swapnil Mishra, Founder, WealthZen & Adjunct Mentor, Singapore Management University. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dog lover Michelle Martin checks out a company dedicated to making magic ‘for all dogs and their people’ to find out if it is a good investment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Market View, Michelle Martin and Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan analyze Amazon's expansion & contraction plans, and what it means for the business, how much higher oil prices can get, and what is likely to be the biggest barrier that Twitter and Musk will need to overcome to finalize the acquisition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wished you could choose and literally see a vet in minutes on video call? Pet telemedicine has arrived in Singapore. Michelle Martin speaks with siblings and co-founders Junyong Tong and Dr. Rachel Tong, Co-founders, Pawlyclinic, to find out if their platform can save pet parents time and money in the long-run, yet still offer access to great vet care.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s UP and what’s DOWN in the financial markets? Well, today in Market View Minutes, we take a look at an unusual piece of news from the United States and how it is impacting one of the market’s sectors. Michelle Martin joins the dots to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why has it taken 3 years for Best World to finally receive approval from Singapore's market regulator to resume trading? Will SATS' CEO's aim to 'reduce' its size of rights issue be enough to ease market jitters over its World Flight Services deal? Michelle Martin and Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan investigate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ludovic Subran, the Chief Economist of Allianz is skeptical of a fed “pivot” in November. He joined Michelle Martin to share his views on the issue, why South Asian economies have to tighten rates for longer, what an OPEC+ backstop could mean for beleaguered oil markets and how the US housing market is correcting following the FED's moves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The battle to be the world’s premier semiconductor company is heating up, with Samsung rolling out an aggressive roadmap to take on TSMC. Who will come out on top? And is this even a good time to invest in semiconductors? Michelle Martin finds out in this edition of Market View MinutesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.