Your Money with Michelle Martin

Michelle Martin examines two locally-listed REITS. One company is new — the result of a merger between two sister companies. The other is expanding its business through new acquisitions. Why are brokers bullish on them? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dads are traditionally known to take on a load of responsibilities in this day and age. But what do modern dads think the role of the family can be when it comes to prioritizing financially? Michelle Martin speaks to Bryan Tan, CEO, Centre for Fathering, Dads for Life and Moms for Life as he shares the blueprint of how we should financially plan for our family and savvy tips to ensure financial success in this period of uncertainty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did an army of Redditors defeat Wall Street Goliaths? Or was it Wall Street that really thrived from the chaos of what happened early 2021 where the Gamestop short-sell riveted traders and non-traders alike. Who were the real winners and losers? And while Gamestop is the prime example of a MOASS, could the next Mother of All Short Squeezes be still ahead? Michelle Martin finds out in conversation with author of ‘The Revolution That Wasn't: GameStop, Reddit, and the Fleecing of Small Investors’, Spencer Jakap.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inflation is casting a dark shadow over the markets today. US indices experienced their biggest losses overnight in more than two years. Asia-Pacific shares are trading lower as well... But fret not, there are still positive corporate stories out there and bargains to be found. Michelle Martin looks at several ideas in today’s Market View Minutes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the US, major indices experienced their steepest drops in more than two years overnight. The NASDAQ plunged more than 5 percent. The Dow and S&P 500 each fell about 4 percent or more. These losses are the biggest single-session sell-off in this current bear market, why? Meanwhile, Frasers Hospitality Trust shares plunged more than 20 percent yesterday after a bid to privatize the company failed on Monday. Michelle Martin takes a closer look at why and if there is still room for depression to continue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is driving US Banks to layoff workers now? And is Frasers Centrepoint raising its effective interest in Waterway Point from 40 percent to 50 percent? Find out more as Ryan Huang and Dan Koh dive deep into these latest headlines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, developers will be attempting one of the biggest software upgrades the crypto sector has ever seen to reduce its environmentally unfriendly energy consumption. Called 'The Merge', how will this change the way enterprises view Ethereum for business? And what does New British Prime Minister Liz Truss' plan to freeze domestic fuel bills for 2 mean for longer-dated bonds in the UK? Ryan Huang has the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's fueling Wall Street's best overnight rally since August 10? And how are markets reacting to the European Central Bank’s latest move to hike interest rates by 75 basis points? Ryan Huang investigatesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are local banks hiking their interest rates for savings accounts now? And what does the latest escalation of the EU's energy crisis mean for investors and companies in Europe? Michelle Martin asks Arun Pai, Investments Team, Monks Hill Ventures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a surprise move during the event of its latest phone reveal, Apple has decided to maintain its prices on new iPhones despite inflation. How will this affect profits? Meanwhile, Elon Musk has been sharply criticized by a judge for not handing over texts amid the Twitter-Musk saga. Tune in as Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang break down all the details that you need to know. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you think about meme stocks, the companies that have captivated retail investors over the past two years, the first stock to come to mind is likely GameStop. The bricks-and-mortar retailer is trying to adapt to the digital world. And it has been struggling. GameStop shares are down a massive 40 percent over the past month. But they surged overnight. “Why?” you ask? Michelle Martin looks into it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang investigate the latest of Watches.com's subsidiary, CKLY Trading Limited, and its alleged offences relating to Hong Kong’s Trade Description Ordinance. They also talk about the build up of the Elon Musk & Twitter saga, and what you need to know about Russia's indefinite cutoff of gas supplies to Europe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, in Market View Minutes, we look at two very different companies. One is a well-known REIT that manages properties here in Singapore, as well as in Australia and the UK. The other has a cloud-based platform that helps businesses manage their spending. Which of these two stocks is hot? Michelle Martin finds out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should you be diversifying your portfolio with fixed income instruments (which some say everyone needs)? How can you evaluate retirement income plans some financial institutions may be marketing? Christopher Tan, CEO, Providend lays a holistic blueprint out for what to do in uncertain money markets if you are retired and need to live off your savings for the next few years or if you are planning for retirement soon amidst this high-inflationary environmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Volkswagen is planning a massive IPO, one that could create a company that’s worth as much as Volkswagen is today. What’s does Volkswagen own that could be so valuable? You’ll have to tune in to Market View Minutes for that answer! But we’ll tell you this: the IPO, which could take place as early as this month, is set to be the biggest-ever in Germany and the largest in Europe in more than 22 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Sembcorp Industries' recent sale of its Indian coal power unit for $2.1 billion make it more attractive to investors? And why is CVS buying home health giant Signify Health for $8 billion? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang answer these questions. They also discuss who's the new UK Prime Minister and how markets are reacting to it so far. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor Ilian Mihov, Dean of INSEAD and the Rausing Chaired Professor of Economic and Business Transformation breaks down central pillars of macroeconomics and inflation to help us understand the next possible macro policy change arising from what he says is necessary - demand destruction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Given US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's delivery of a stern commitment Friday to halting inflation, what can we expect from the outlook of interest rates? And is September truly the worst month for investing? Michelle Martin finds out with Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang discuss what they make of Keppel Consortium's 80% stake in 500 Super Holdings and of Keppel's overall business. They also try to untwist the mystery behind Buffett's BYD stock sale and what the move could represent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Japan is slowly opening its borders to tourists from overseas. From Wednesday, independent travellers can enter Japan for the first time in more than 2 and a half years. That’s good news for travellers... and potentially good news for the Japanese economy. Which companies might benefit? Michelle Martin tells us what the analysts are saying on Market View Minutes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What will Emperador's replacement of ComfortDelgro's spot in the STI mean for the 2 companies? And what's fueling Goldman and Citigroup's confidence on the Singapore dollar? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang examine these latest headlines. They also discuss what the approval for Hong Kong's 'reverse quarantine' would mean for travellers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you a Game of Thrones fan? How about Lord of the Rings? Spin-offs of both series are playing on Amazon Prime and HBO Max. Which one will rule them all? And which stock — Amazon or HBO’s parent company — may be the better investment? Michelle Martin finds out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saxo said it saw a 410% increase in female clients on their Singapore platform in 2020 - a record number of female clients. Yet Saxo’s data also showed that the investor client segment in Singapore was still predominantly a man’s world with over 70 percent of clients being male. Saxo's Camilla Dahl Hansen & Michelle Martin discuss if more can be done to close the investment gender gap. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Buffett's Berkshire cutting its stake in China's top EV maker, BYD, is it time for investors to start cashing out too? And what are some companies that can potentially stand against the pressures of inflation? Find out more with Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the nearly $2 trillion plunge in the value of cryptocurrencies to Bitcoin's deep plunge below 70% of last November’s highs. How has trust in Bitcoin amongst institutional and retail buyers been impacted? We find out with Deborah Tan-Pink, Communications Director for APAC at BitstampSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wanted to invest like Goldman Sachs? Well, today Michelle Martin looks at their latest research for about investments linked to the US’ new Inflation Reduction Act. The US is preparing to invest hundreds of billions of dollars in clean energy to help fight climate change. Which companies stand to benefit? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China's largest developer recently reported a record 96% profit slump for the first half of this year. What kind of impact will this have on markets? In separate news, a Credit Suisse note recommends going underweight on stocks while Jefferies is predicting that the Fed will raise rates as high as 4 percent next year. What is the retail investor to read from these two different takes? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang discuss what is moving markets today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does the potential headwind of "higher-for-longer inflation" mean for Singapore banks across their entire portfolio? Michelle Martin finds out with Rena Kwok, Credit Analyst, Bloomberg intelligence See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mood in the markets is gloomy these days — and some investment banks, like Credit Suisse, say it may be better to keep more of your money on the sidelines, at least for the near term — but that doesn’t mean there aren’t bright spots and good opportunities. Where are brokers bullish? Michelle Martin looks at three across three very different industries - marine logistics, property and fintech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang help unpack the details behind Pinduoduo's latest earnings results, which saw its numbers beating estimates. They also explore the factors contributing to BYD's strong profits and find out which Asian became the World's Third-Richest Person. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jollibee’s is one of the most famous Filipino brands, and it has an aggressive expansion plan. But is it a good investment? We’ll see what the analysts are saying as we also examine a property company with a strong profit in this edition of Market View Minutes with Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We meet the founder of All Citizens, a performance menswear company, 32-year old Danny Charbonnet. The brand counts 20,000 customers in America and Canada to date, plans to expand into the United Kingdom and Australia in the next year, and has bagged USD1.2 million pre-seed funding. How did this made in Singapore brand get its start?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What were some of the highlights of Fed Jerome Powell's recent speech and how are markets responding to it so far? As the Federal Reserve continues to slow the economy, which dividend stocks are worth watching out for? And would you consider being paid while watching 13 classic Stephen King horror movies? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang bring in the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simranjit Singh is the CEO of Guardant Health, a precision oncology company that launched the first FDA-approved blood test for genomic testing across all solid cancers about 2 years ago. And just recently, Guardant Health AMEA was involved in a partnership with Adicon Holdings Limited, a leading independent clinical laboratory company based in China, to boost global research and diagnostic oncology efforts. Simranjit Singh joins Michelle Martin on Money and Me as he gives a breakdown of Guardant’s portfolio and efforts to effectively revolutionise the continuum of cancer care and improve clinical outcomes for cancer patients.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Running vaccination clinics pays off for Thomson Medical which is reporting banner profits and dividends. How much? Michelle Martin finds out in Market View MinutesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the Creator landscape is estimated to reach a global market size of US$104 billion by the end of 2022, it looks like many creators still struggle with the transition to creating content as a full-time occupation, due to a limited network and lack of formalised payment mechanisms. Rohith Murthy, Group General Manager, Creatory by Hyphen Group joins Michelle Martin as he tells us what content creators need to know most about monetizing content and how Creatory is revolutionising the creator landscape. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Market View, we take a look at the current state of business for Grab, GOTO and Property Guru and who is gaining traction and who isn't? Then we survey US markets; US stocks rallied overnight, as investors await a major policy address this evening by US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man sold his HDB flat and invested the entire sum in just one stock: SingPost. Wow, that’s confidence... or something else, depending on how you look at it. So, how has SingPost done since he bought it? Michelle Martin tells us in Market View Minutes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is reducing the fear of loss an important key to dealing with change? Jason Feifer goes beyond the page of his new book with Michelle Martin in this interview. Michelle says this transformative book should be essential reading for entrepreneurs, individuals and even companies grappling with revolution or revision.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From a Singaporean who recently became one of the biggest shareholders of Singpost after selling his flat, to China’s Pinduoduo taking its first international step in the US market, and what investors need to know about single-stock ETFs, we ask Arun Pai, Investments Team, Monks Hill Ventures to weigh in the market headlines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are some of the key takeaways of the Musk-Twitter drama? And how do Noble Group's penalties compare to their crime? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang explore the latest happenings in the market and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you traveled recently, and if so, was your experience good or bad? Airlines have struggled to keep up with the resurgence of demand, these past few months. One traveller — or perhaps a disgruntled, former airline employee — was so fed up this month in Australia that he egged the house of Qantas CEO Alan Joyce. That’s right — he threw eggs and toilet paper at Joyce’s $19 million harbourside home. Joyce is not one to back down. And now he has a plan that is boosting Qantas’ share price. What is it? Michelle Martin finds out in Market View Minutes,See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang discuss the latest twist of the Musk-Twitter saga, involving a whistle-blower which could be useful to Elon Musk in his battle with Twitter. They also discuss if AMC'S bold 'APE' strategy could possibly be a win for the cinema chain and if air-conditioned clothing is the answer to beating the heat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She's a former C-suite executive who is reclaiming the phrase "lead like a girl". Author Dahlia Feldheim goes beyond the page of her new book. In this interview with Michelle Martin, she shares why she believes the world of work needs to break out of the command and control paradigm. What is leading like a girl and how could Feldheim's leadership paradigm impact purpose and happiness at work for both men and women? We find out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tesla share price rose overnight, but it will cost less today to buy 1 Tesla share than it did yesterday. How is that possible? And what do Korean investors and Elon Musk have in common? Tune in to Market View Minutes with Michelle Martin for the answers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are Amazon and UnitedHealth fighting over an unknown healthcare company? And what are the details behind Singtel's $300 million sale of Cyber Security Arm Trustwave? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang explore these questions and also find out why Elon Musk is subpoenaing his friend..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin takes a strategic look at three companies in the news today and asks which could be the most successful? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Insurance is all about planning ahead but what can you do if you've just realised your parent is turning 70 and you're worried about healthcare costs? Will the amplification power of insurance still work if you start later in life for your parents? Elijah Lee, Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities and Michelle Martin break down the details of healthcare insurance for our elderly parents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Market View, Abhilash Narayan Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Private Bank joins Michelle Martin as they take a deep dive into what the Singapore market is best known for among institutional investors today, China’s latest attack at the US’s plan to expand American chipmaking and the possibility of Indonesia imposing nickel export tax this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you a Manchester United fan? Even if you’re not, there’s been a lot of focus on Man U shares. The club is one of the most valuable sports clubs in the world. It’s publicly listed, though an unpopular family called the Glazers own the biggest stake. If fans had their way, the Glazers would sell out and leave. This week, there’s been a lot of speculation about who might step in to buy the club? Tune in with Michelle Martin to find out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.