Live Well with Michelle

China’s EV market is on fire – but can Nio survive the heat of “involution”? Nio’s sales surge, but mounting losses raise questions about the sustainability of China’s EV frenzy, where rivals like BYD, Geely, and Xiaomi fight for dominance. Meanwhile, Morgan Stanley sees long-term winners despite Beijing’s call to tame competition. Across the Pacific, AI d...

Will you save money buying an EV? What are the real running costs? What are the costs of insuring an EV?  Is owning an EV in Singapore really a smart financial move? Join Michelle Martin as she digs into the dollars and sense of electric vehicle ownership. With Dhiren Amin from Income Insurance and Stanley Chan who bought his first EV a year ago. Hear first-hand what goes into insuring and dr...

Google avoids the breakup of Chrome but must share its search data with rivals like Bing and DuckDuckGo according to a federal judge in the US. Alphabet shares rally while Apple also ticks higher. Kraft Heinz, once a Warren Buffett favorite, is splitting up after years of sagging value. We track Buffett’s disappointment and whether a breakup could unlock hidden worth. Singapore’s STI e...

CareShield Life is changing - are you paying more or getting more value? Monthly benefits are stepping up 4% a year even as premiums rise for five years, so how should households plan cashflow? We unpack what the changes mean for you. We explore the hidden bills families don’t see coming and on the ground realities. When do private supplements make sense? What will help with inflation? All e...

Singapore’s streets are shifting - Prive is no more, taxis consolidate, and chips are getting their Catalist moment. ComfortDelGro snaps up the rest of CityCab as investors cheer and ST Engineering slips, raising questions on fares and competition. F&B and cinema pain deepens with Prive’s shutdown and Cathay Cineplex’s exit - are costs or consumer fatigue to blame? A homegrow...

Can we stop fighting our painful emotions and instead learn to hold them with calm curiosity? Hosted by Michelle Martin, today’s episode explores a new self-help book with acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) at its core. Written by psychologist Ben Sedley, the book helps readers understand why treating yourself with compassion can be more powerful than chasing positivity.  We dive i...

Heard of the reinsurance market? On Money and Me, Kenrick Law, Chair, Singapore Reinsurers’ Association speaks with Michelle Martin to discuss how the field is evolving and why Singaporeans may want to consider a career in it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which directors are buying, and what does it mean for the market? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, today’s Market View dives into insider moves and broker calls. We spotlight iFast, Intraco, Q&M Dental, Info-Tech Systems, and OCBC’s bullish call. US markets are shut for Labor Day, but September’s volatility looms large. Locally, Jardine Matheson and Keppel surged wh...

He looks at numbers differently. They tell him stories. How did this self-made CEO build his  billion-dollar property empire? Ismail Gafoor, Co-founder and Executive Chair of PropNex, shares his journey in his new book  I Am Not Good Enough. From early self-doubt to leading Singapore’s largest listed real estate agency, his story blends memoir with corporate history. He talks about...

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway is doubling down on Japan’s trading houses — but what does the Oracle of Omaha see that others might miss? Tech stocks continue to power Wall Street, lifting indices to fresh highs. It’s our daily game of UP or DOWN: Meituan, Didi, Tesla vs BYD, Geo Energy, GuocoLand, and Pop Mart. Plus, a check on the Straits Times Index, with Thai Bev l...

Nvidia smashes earnings with US$26 billion in revenue, but markets still sell the stock — what does that tell us about investor nerves around AI? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode dives into Washington’s extraordinary 10% equity stake in Intel, what it signals for the future of strategic industries, and how subsidies and politics are reshaping valuations. We also explore the glob...

A billion-dollar REIT and Nvidia’s market riddle, — markets are firing on all cylinders. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks JD.com’s consortium-led listing in Singapore, Nvidia’s blockbuster earnings, and what US retail headlines reveal about the American consumer. Companies featured include JD.com, CapitaLand Ascendas REIT, NTT DC REIT, Nvidia,...

Are you saving as much as 40 % with your food delivery platform? Michelle Martin speaks with Raphael Zennou, VP Quick Commerce, foodpanda to find out how food delivery platforms are evolving with changing consumer behaviours, technology and financial products. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A hopeful new book filled with stories about men bravely surviving serious medical battles will soon hit bookshelves in Singapore. Men are more likely to service their cars than schedule a health check-up — but at what cost? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode dives into  Man Up! , a new book that brings raw and honest survivor stories of men battling serious health challenges. Auth...

Who holds the crown as Singapore’s most valuable company — DBS or Sea Limited? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we dive into the rivalry between banking and e-commerce giants. We unpack the Trump administration’s bold move with Intel and what it could mean for defense players like Lockheed Martin, Boeing, RTX, and Northrop Grumman. The Fed, tax moves, and tech giants al...

Private equity is at a turning point in 2025, and investors are watching closely. Globally, deal value has jumped 19% in the first half, signaling renewed momentum. Here in Southeast Asia, while fundraising has slowed, opportunities are shifting toward resilient sectors like tech, healthcare, and renewables. So what can we expect in the next 6–12 months for Singapore and the region? Which So...

Big deals are shaking up the beverage and sports worlds! Keurig Dr Pepper takes on JDE Peet in an $18 billion reset, while Puma might be changing owners. Intel gets caught up in a political tug-of-war as President Trump’s stake sparks sovereign wealth fund chatter. Meanwhile, investors weigh in on Thomson Medical, Marco Polo Marine, SingPost, and Nio. The Straits Times Index opens flat, with...

Who’s buying, who’s selling — and what do the deals reveal? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we break down Keppel’s bold share buybacks, Metro Holdings’ director trades, and Q&M Dental’s unusual mix of buying and selling. Then, the US government shocks markets with a 10% stake in Intel — one of the biggest state interventions since 2008. We s...

How does an investor make sense of market signals? DBS crosses the $50 milestone — but should investors chase momentum or take profit? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode features Willie Keng, Founder of Dividend Titan, who explains why he isn’t buying DBS at these levels and why he sold out of ST Engineering despite its $31 billion order book. We dive deep into Singapore’s t...

What does it really take for women to make it to the boardroom? Hosted by Michelle Martin Guest: Jovina Ang, Director of Communication and Board Member, this episode examines the hidden rules of board appointments.  We explore the four distinct paths women can take to board roles — from the tough CEO track to skills-based expertise, legacy leadership, and recognized thought leadership....

Retirement isn’t dead—but it may be reinventing itself before our eyes. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode examines why 13% of retirees are heading back to work in 2025 and what it means for the rest of us. From FIRE to “micro-retirements,” younger generations are reimagining financial freedom, but often without a solid plan.  Guest Polka Mishra, Partner at Javeli...

Wall Street’s losing streak deepens as Walmart posts a rare profit miss. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into Walmart’s sales resilience, India’s luxury beauty boom, and corporate shake-ups. Global giants like L’Oréal, Shiseido, Estee Lauder, and Amorepacific are zeroing in on India’s rising consumers. We break down the UP or...

From fiery ramen to quirky toys, viral sensations are reshaping markets at lightning speed.  Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode dives into Samyang’s Buldak noodles — up 93% this year — and Pop Mart’s Labubu dolls, driving nearly 400% profit growth in six months. Are Millennials and Gen Z really spotting tomorrow’s winners first, or just creating the trends t...

Wall Street’s AI stars, US retail giants, and a surprising food inflation play — what’s driving markets today? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode spotlights Albertsons, Nvidia, Palantir, Target, TJX, Lowe’s, SATS, Beng Kuang, Grab, Hongkong Land, and Jardine Matheson. Discover why JP Morgan is bullish on Albertsons as inflation lingers. Hear how Nvidia...

Singapore’s GDP outlook has just been revised—what does this mean for your money and your next move? In this episode, we decode the implications of Singapore’s 2025 growth forecast and what it means for portfolios. From resilient sectors to alternative assets, discover where opportunities may lie even in a cautious climate. Simon Foo, Financial Services Associate Director at Phil...