Your Money with Michelle Martin

In this episode of Market View, Ryan Huang breaks down the latest of Tesla's announcement of its increase in capital spending plan by $1 billion and its second subpoena related to Chief Executive Elon Musk's go-private tweets in 2018. He also takes a closer look at Singtel's recent move to divest Amobee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earnings season kicks into high gear this week and one company that everyone is going to have their eyes on is Apple. Can the iPhone maker deliver solid results in the face of supply chain constraints and a slowing global economy? Michelle Martin finds out what analysts are sayingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is Amazon stepping into the healthcare space, given its recent plan to acquire One Medical clinics for US$3.9 billion? And how is Elon Musk's personal life hurting his business? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang have the details. They also breakdown Twitter's recent earnings report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the most prominent areas where the rising interest rates can be felt here in Singapore is with home mortgage loans. Michelle Martin invites Elijah Lee, Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities as he breaks down the relative pros and cons of fixed vs floating rate mortgages now and how much we should be spending on your mortgage as a part of your finances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With United Airline's 2nd quarter, record-high earnings being unable to stop its shares from plummeting due to high costs, what does this mean for the airline sector now? Are Asian carriers coping better than Western carriers? Also, what does the European Central Bank's latest big rate hike mean for EU, US and other equities? Why have Snap shares plunged overnight and what does this signal further trouble ahead for social media companies? Michelle Martin talks to Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist, IG to answer these burning questions and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin is back from a 2-week holiday to find that market sentiment is just as bearish, if not more so, than when she left. Even in this gloomy mood however, some analysts think that Earnings Season presents an opportunity for a select number of stocks to ‘flip the script’ and demonstrate that they have been over-sold! Which companies are these? Michelle Martin finds out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melissa Hyak speaks to Tina Teng, Market Analyst, CMC Markets APAC & Canada for her take on the volatile market performance in Western Markets overnight and looking forward, on whether the worst is behind us for equity markets this year. They also discuss the reasons behind Tesla's better than expected second-quarter earnings and the implications of potential gas shortages to the European Union as Russia warns that supplies could be reduced further.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To those looking to dabble in whisky investments, you’re in luck as Whisky Cask Club has launched Asia’s first-ever Whisky Cask Fund here in Singapore! It offers accredited investors an alternative investment instrument and powerful portfolio diversification with low correlation to traditional asset classes. Alexander Knight, CEO & Co-Founder, Whisky Cask Club joins Melissa Hyak as they discuss how the Whiskey Cask Fund can help generate upside potential for investors and what its future outlook looks like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Monetary Authority of Singapore recording a loss of S$7.4 billion for FY2021/22, what does this suggest about how core inflation is evolving in the country? And is China's latest move to fine Didi Global more than US$1 billion before wrapping up a year-long probe into the ride-hailing giant a light to the end of the tech crackdown tunnel? Melissa Hyak asks Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist, IG. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With short-term options that allow renters to experience the space before committing to it and a platform that streamlines the process for renters and landlords alike, it's no surprise that Cove is revolutionizing the rental scene here in Singapore! Sophie Jokelson, Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer, Cove joins Melissa Hyak as they discuss some of the financial challenges faced by Singaporeans when renting a home and the role Cove plays in kick-starting the changes in rental culture in Southeast Asia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Bank Indonesia having sold 390 billion rupiah worth of government bond holdings in the secondary market, what can we expect from the pace of increase in rate hike in the near term? And given Apple's plans to limit their expenditures and job growth at some of its divisions, what does this suggest about the outlook of the upcoming tech earnings season? Melissa Hyak and Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist, IG find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first half of 2022, the iEdge S-Reit Index has displayed strong resilience, generating flat total returns. In fact during the period, the S-Reits and property trusts sector in Singapore saw S$359 million of net institutional outflows and S$447 million of net retail inflows. Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist and Independent Financial Advisor joins Melissa Hyak on Money and Me as they discuss his 2H2022 outlook for Singapore REITs and what investors should know when REIT picking in this inflationary environment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's fuelling the demand in Singapore dollar-denominated bond issuances despite the challenging macroeconomic environment of inflation and tightening monetary policy? And how much more downside is there to the EURUSD after making headlines for hitting parity for the first time in two decades? Melissa Hyak investigates with Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist, IG. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Huang and Dan Koh discuss the latest headlines in Tech markets, evaluating the potential impacts of the new feature introduced by Meta which allows Facebook users to create up to 5 separate profiles. With NFT marketplace Opensea cutting 20% of their manpower, they comment on the state of the Crypto and NFT markets amidst the aftermath of the recent crash. Ryan also discusses the disappointing earnings of major US banks and highlight Jardine Cycle & Carriage and Innotek as local stocks to watch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With US inflation rates hitting an unexpected high of 9.1% this month, Ryan Huang takes stock of price hikes in various sectors in the US and evaluates the responses to this worrying situation by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and pressures on the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC). He also assess the winners and losers among major US stocks as tech stocks show signs of recovery while major US banks, on the other hand, experienced sharp declines in investment revenue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Boris Johnson on his way out, who are potential successors that can replace him and how are markets reacting to such news? Separately, how much are higher profit margins likely to add to Shell's bottom line after a $1 billion gain in its refining business? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang investigate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Huang discusses various stocks and sectors bucking the overall negative handover from Wall Street and the general gloomy outlook of US markets. He also discuss the expected aggressive interest rate hikes by central banks around the world, Microsoft and Google slowing down, and Keppel Corp and Keppel Infrastructure Trust recent investment moves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Huang evaluates the gloomy start to the week as China's covid restrictions look to be tightening and US earnings take a hit, particularly among major tech stocks. Ryan also discusses the various local stocks making the headlines including Hafary Holdings, Nio and Sevens Ateliers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Global alternative protein investment surged 60% up to $5 billion last year, but what is the picture like in Asia? We take a closer look at the alternative protein market with Dr. Andy Kusumo, founder and CEO of Dynamic Foodco which will launch its plant based chicken alternative, Dynameat later this year in Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you a Coca-Cola fan? Well, you might be, and not even know it! Coke has over 200 brands, from Barq’s root beer to Peace Tea to Topo Chico, a spiked alcoholic sparkling water. But what offers a better return — drinking one of these nice cold beverages or investing in Coca-Cola shares? Let’s put this another way: is Coca-Cola a good investment? We’ll check out what the analysts are saying with Michelle Martin in Market View Minutes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adrien Desbaillets CEO and Co-Founder, SaladStop! Group to tell us what it means to be the first net zero Asian F&B outlet and what other businesses can learn from its business journeySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People’s Park Centre is up for collective sale with a S$1.8b reserve price! But will this attempt to sell the People’s Park Centre have a greater chance of success than the last one? On a separate note, with the US Feds agreeing that sharply higher rates may be needed to quell inflation, what does this mean for the economy moving forward? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to electric vehicles, Tesla usually tops the headlines but it’s hardly the only company in the sector. Today, a Chinese EV maker is making news instead. This company usually makes news for all the wrong reasons like when it misses production targets, but not this time! Which company is it? Michelle Martin explores this surprisingly positive headline from an otherwise infamous company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All investing is based on assessing risks, but venture capitalists assess upside in a particular way. What is the power law that motivates the venture capital investor? Sebastian Mallaby, Author, “The Power Law: Venture Capital and the Making of the New Future" discusses his new book with Michelle MartinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time since early May, oil tumbles below USD$100! How much lower can it get? And how do investor strategies differ during an inflation or a recession? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang explore these questions. They also discuss why JPMorgan is trimming their price target for Tesla.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why doesn’t Singapore have a tax holiday on petrol and diesel? What explains the GST increase in an inflationary environment? What do the new global minimum tax rules mean for Singapore's overall competitiveness? Michelle Martin finds out with guests Gan Hwee Leng, Partner, Indirect Tax, KPMG in Singapore and Mark Addy, Partner, Telecommunications, Media & Technology, Tax, KPMG in SingaporeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just about everyone agrees that data centres are good business. More and more business is moving to the cloud, and someone has to host these services and files. But who is set to profit: big tech companies like Amazon Web Services or data centre plays like Digital Core and Keppel DC REIT? Michelle Martin take a closer look n Market View Minutes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin finds out how consumers can conveniently purchase local produce this month to start supporting Singapore's goals to meet 30% of her nutritional needs through locally produced food.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin tours the new additions to the 2022 edition of the Bib Gourmand Selection for the Michelin Guide Singapore and the mouth-watering selections on their menu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just recently, it was reported that the 10-year average return for the August issue of the Singapore Savings Bond (SSB) has climbed to 3 per cent – the highest level recorded since its inception in October 2015. So what is fuelling this surge in yield prices and should investors in Singapore be considering SSB as part of their portfolio given that yields are more attractive now? Michelle Martin asks Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street analysts have named a handful of ‘must-own’ stocks for the second half of the year. They are in a broad range of industries, but the common theme is that they are strong enough to weather an economic downturn and market volatility. What are these stocks? Michelle Martin tells you more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are analysts bullish about Indian stocks now? And what can we expect from the big China deals that is set to end Hong Kong's dry spell for IPOs? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang have the answers. They also uncover why Singapore sees no recessions next year given the current economic climate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang discuss share buybacks by OCBC, Willmar and United Hampshire US REIT, and what this means for the companies and the prospects for REITs and the retail tech industry more broadly. Yet, another Chinese property developer, the Shimao group, has failed to pay its debts - a USD1 billion bond in Shimao's case. Michelle and Ryan talk more about whether this will dampen prospects for the Chinese market. They also evaluate further trouble in the crypto markets as Voyager Digital suspended withdrawals, trading and deposits to its platform.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It might seem like an odd choice, but in today’s Market View Minutes, we look at 2 companies, one here in Singapore, another in the US, one which is famous for — yes, you got it, chili crab! — and another with a more mundane, but seemingly more-profitable business: selling employee uniforms. Which would you invest in: the seafood restaurant or the company that provides employee outfits? Learn more in Market View Minutes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are efficient strategies in a confused market? Is another 10% percent drop warranted? When equities are beaten down, how do investors position for the future? Are there recession "star" sectors investors are already deploying capital towards? Then, Michelle Martin and Swapnil Mishra, Adjunct Mentor, Singapore Management University take a closer look at Alphabet on the back of news of a "sentient" chatbot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Twenty-five years ago today, Prince Charles set sail from Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour, marking the end of more than a century and a half of British rule over the territory. As China celebrates today the return of Hong Kong to the fold, investors are taking a fresh look at Chinese stocks. What is catching their eye? Michelle Martin finds out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang discuss the apparent boom in various Chinese sectors. Sanrio, the owner of Hello Kitty, has enjoyed its best day on the stock market as it signs a license deal with Alibaba to expand in China. Michelle and Ryan opine on Invesco's claim that Chinese Tech Stocks are the most attractive in the world. They also discuss Micron's weak outlook, its implications on the wider US tech industry and US interest rates still remaining very highSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine your partner losing their life savings because of a financial scam, being forced to leave their job and the two of you are now stuck with half a million dollars in debt? Zoey Sin, Head of Operations, Ascend Marketing shares with Michelle Martin on how she bounced back from that to build a highly successful boutique digital marketing startup with her husband, all while juggling the burdens of motherhood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He’s just 10 and only learnt to read music last year but already has been invited to Carnegie Hall. Meet Mikkel Myer Lee a Singaporean pianist who has been wowing with his talent on the piano. Michelle Martin speaks with the young Pianist & Felina Seah, Mikkel’s Mum . On July 2022, he will make history by being the youngest to take on Chopin Concerto No. 2 with a 41 players orchestra at the Victoria Concert Hall. Michelle finds out more about how his parents discovered Mikkel's talent, what grooming a gifted child entails and how Mikkel plans to help everyone visualize music the way he does. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With today's markets plagued by rising interest rates, inflation & supply chain issues, how should investors respond in this period of market uncertainty and the looming possibility of recession? Christopher Tan, CEO, Providend shares with Michelle Martin his analysis of the present market conditions and his recommendations on how investors should be managing their portfolios in this climate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the 1st half of 2022 closes on a gloomy note, is it likely that the markets will rally before the year comes to an end? Shane Oliver, Head of Investment Strategy and Chief Economist, AMP Capital discusses with Michelle Martin about his outlook for various sectors and markets in the 2nd half of 2022 as various performers and underperformers in the market stand out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you or someone you know use a Trace Together token — not the app on your phone, but one of the little tokens you can put in your pocket? Well, the company that makes those tokens is reporting profits and it's shares are up, thanks not only to Trace Together, but to its other products as well. What’s the name of this company and is it a good investment? Michelle Martin shares more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may recognize Tan Ooi Boon for his practical and easy-to-understand weekly personal finance columns as the Invest Editor of Singapore national daily The Straits Times. Well today, he joins Michelle Martin on Money and Me to talk about his latest book, Always Have Enough Money, which illustrates the key pillars of financial planning and why the best investment you can ever make is yourself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Market View, Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang discuss the 'Forward Singapore' roadmap and the various sectors & companies that stand to benefit from this exercise. They also talk about the factors leading up to a steep drop in US consumer confidence in 16 months, and the return of 'The Big Japan Short'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With inflation and interest rates on the rise, many investors are looking for stocks that pay solid dividends that will outpace rising prices. Today in Market View Minutes, Michelle Martin presents several ideas of companies that you may want to put on your Dividend Stock Watch Lists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang highlight 2 cases of local companies being accused of breaching exchange rules and potentially harming minority investors, with Incredible & Watches.com and Axington in hot water. Michelle and Ryan also discuss the implications of another scandal involving the Bellagraph Nova Group for their Newcastle United bid and doctoring of Obama photos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin and Vijay Ayyar, VP Corporate Development & Global Expansion, Luno discuss current best and worst performers amidst the fallout of the crypto market, his expectations for the market, how crypto investors are responding and his view of MAS' stance on crypto currenciesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investors can’t wait to close the books on the first half of 2022. To say it’s been rocky would be an understatement. But, let’s look ahead, what do the next six months have in store for investors and how can you invest for solid returns? Michelle Martin shares some of her ideas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Wilmar, Keppel and OCBC's recent share buybacks indicate a bullish outlook for the year ahead? And are there opportunities in metals now that prices are facing strong selling pressure? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang take a deeper look at these questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the founder & director of Mums@Work and mother of 2, Sher-Li Torrey strongly advocates a work environment that thrives in allowing employees to have better work-family integration. She joins Michelle Martin on Money and Me to discuss the kind of “work flexibility “ mums want from workplaces and how her company helps mums with the whole area of “money”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.