Live Well with Michelle

Is Trump stoking the economic furnace ahead of the midterms—and what does that mean for your portfolio? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode of Money and Me  features veteran trader Simon Ree, founder of The Tao of Trading. With U.S. job numbers weakening, earnings from the Magnificent 7 in full swing, and the traditionally bearish August-September season upon us, Simon shares how he...

What’s going on with Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway — and is its golden era fading? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode of  Market View  dives into underwhelming earnings, Kraft Heinz woes, and the stock's recent slide post-retirement news. Plus, we break down Apple’s AI ambitions after Tim Cook’s rare pep talk, the latest Wall Stree...

Is China uninvestible—or a misunderstood giant in your portfolio strategy? Michelle Martin dives deep with Seow Kek Wee, CIO of Unicorn, to uncover the real story behind China’s markets. Despite headlines of crackdowns and trade wars, China just posted 5.2% growth and booming Belt and Road flows. Are there still pockets of value in Chinese stocks? How does China stack up against India?...

Apple surprises Wall Street, but Amazon stumbles—what’s behind the market mood swing? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang dive into Apple’s $24B quarter, Amazon’s cloudy outlook, and Singapore earnings from OCBC, Keppel, and Jardine Matheson. Get the breakdown on how Donald Trump's sweeping new tariffs are rattling Asia-Pacific markets. Plus, Moderna vs BioNTech—whose post...

Is cash still king—or just an underperforming subject? Cash offers safety and flexibility, but it also risks being eroded by inflation and market opportunity costs. Michelle Martin explores how to smartly put idle cash to work amid shifting rate environments and geopolitical uncertainty. From high-yield alternatives to multi-asset strategies, find out how to rethink your liquidity playbook....

Big Tech beats the street — what’s next for markets? Meta and Microsoft impress with massive earnings jumps and post-session stock surges. We break down the AI-powered momentum behind Meta’s 11% leap and Microsoft’s $4 trillion club status. Plus, a surprise Fed vote split, new Trump tariffs on South Korea, India, and Brazil, and what it all means. Also in focus: Amazon, Red...

In this episode of  READ , hosted by Michelle Martin, meet  Avni Martin , Founder of  Wasambe Coach Training School  and author of  Happy Ever After . Discover the HAPPY System™ , her  coaching framework that aligns internal awareness with external action to drive deep transformation.  Tune in to rethink how you lead—from the inside out.   See om...

Is it time to rethink the China narrative? After years of investor pessimism, the Hang Seng Index is up over 22% in 2025—but is this rally for real, or just a mirage? From innovation in EVs and AI to steep equity discounts, could China finally be shedding its “uninvestible” tag? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode features Willie Keng, Founder of Dividend Titan, as we unpack...

What do F1-linked scandals, Ponzi schemes, and popcorn-serving robot dogs have in common? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, today’s Market View dives into Hotel Properties Limited (HPL)  and its Orchard Road asset play, and the fallout from  Envy Asset Management’s  billion-dollar nickel scam. We also unpack shifting US trade policy under President Trump and its...

Could going carnivore wreak havoc on your gut, even as the kilos melt away? In this episode, Dr. Chok Aik Yong, Colorectal Surgeon at Aelius Surgical Centre, joins the dots between a popular weight-loss diet, and the risks to our health. From constipation and cancer to red flags and fibre fixes, we dive into what influencers don’t always mention. If you’re tempted by the carnivore craz...

According to the People at Work 2025 report by ADP Research , 60% here in Singapore lived paycheck to paycheck last year.  Are you spending every dollar you earn—and wondering why saving feels impossible? What is the real problem here? Michelle Martin dives into the rise of the “100 per cent spender”. From frictionless digital payments to lifestyle creep, are we wired to ove...

Is Singapore Airlines losing altitude while Tesla soars with a mega chip deal? Singapore Airlines sees profits plunge nearly 60%—but its share price tells another story. Meanwhile, BYD dominates Singapore's EV market and Huawei claims the top smartphone spot in China. The NASDAQ and S&P 500 hit fresh records as the Dow lags behind. Tesla surges on news of a $16 billion chip partnership w...

Is your money working hard enough—or just sitting in bricks and mortar? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this SG60 special unpacks how Singaporeans can build smarter, more diversified portfolios. Daphne Tan, Director of Business Development at CMC Markets Singapore, joins to explain the Straits Times Index (STI), and how to get exposure to it. From CPF investing to balancing property with equities...

Jeff Bezos cashes out billions while Samsung lands a $16B deal—what does it all mean for markets? Asia-Pacific opens the week mixed amid news of a US-EU trade pact. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode breaks down the tariff fallout, Amazon’s rally, and surprising gains from Rex International and Hiap Seng Industries. We also check in on earnings from ST Micro, Apple...

Is Trump good for business, or just good for market headlines? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Swapnil Mishra, this episode dives into the real economic impact of the Trump presidency. From tax cuts and deregulation to tariffs targeting Asia, what’s been the net effect? Hear how industries in Indonesia, Vietnam, Japan, and Singapore may need to rethink manufacturing strategy. We unpack the st...

Las Vegas Sands stuns with record revenues as MBS delivers its best quarter yet. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into standout earnings from LVS, Intel, FCT, and Suntec REIT. Find out what’s driving investor optimism—and where challenges remain. We break down share buybacks, REIT resilience, and AI’s impact on tech giants. Plus, Sydney Sweeney turns...

Meme stocks are flying high—GoPro, Krispy Kreme, and Beyond Meat are back on traders' radars. Is it FOMO, technical breakouts, or another wild retail ride? Tesla stumbles, Alphabet soars, and the Fed faces fire from President Trump. Inflation stays sticky, tariffs loom, and the “Big Beautiful Bill” shakes up fiscal policy. Simon Ree, Founder of Tao of Trading, breaks down the psy...

Donuts, robotaxis, and AI cloud wars — what a week in markets! Alphabet smashes earnings expectations with YouTube and Cloud; Tesla falters as Musk talks robots over revenue. Retail traders go wild for GoPro and Krispy Kreme, pushing meme stocks back into the spotlight. SingPost plots a turnaround amid board changes and past scandal, while ST Engineering inks $4.7B in new deals. We check in...

Nancy Ho, a former strategist turned subconscious reprogramming expert, helps leaders move from burnout to alignment. She sits with Michelle Martin for a deep dive into how to decode early belief systems for the high-functioning elite. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this conversation explores leadership, congruence, and the paradox of success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could your next best investment lie in a country you may have overlooked until today? Frontier markets—from Vietnam to Africa and beyond—are often overlooked, but are they poised for breakout growth? Michelle Martin sits down with Johannes Loefstrand, Portfolio Manager at T. Rowe Price, to explore how investors can spot real value in high-potential but volatile frontier economies. From...

Tokyo stocks surge nearly 2% after Trump’s “largest deal ever” with Japan shocks markets. Join Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang as they unpack new trade pacts with Japan, Indonesia, and the Philippines—while Singapore waits its turn. From Coca-Cola’s sugary switch to GM’s tariff hit, and Kohl’s meme-fueled rally to DFI Retail’s strong dividend story, w...

What if the next great investment opportunity lies not on Earth—but in orbit? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores how space is transforming into the next trillion-dollar economy. Dr. Kartik Sheth, Chairman of the Council of SST Think Tank and a former NASA scientist, discusses Singapore’s emerging role, why Asia is uniquely poised to lead, and which space economy sectors a...

What do a Coldplay concert, a $50 billion Big Pharma pledge, and insider selling at Morgan Stanley have in common? They're all shaking up markets today. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into AstraZeneca’s major U.S. expansion, Trump’s 200% pharma tariff threat, and Sharon Yeshaya’s share sale. We size up Block's S&P 500 rally, Sheng Siong’s...

Singapore’s REIT market is shifting—do you know where the real yields are? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode breaks down the mid-year outlook for Singapore REITs with expert Kenny Loh. From the mixed debut of NTT DC REIT to Centurion’s upcoming Accommodation REIT, we assess IPO appetite and the rising appeal of niche sectors. What impact will looming U.S. tariffs have on in...

TSMC enters the trillion-dollar club, Netflix profits jump, but is the stock overhyped? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into blockbuster earnings from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company and Netflix. We unpack why TSMC's profits surged 60% and explore its potential headwinds, including currency risk. Netflix posts a 50% jump in profit—but is investor exci...