Live Well with Michelle

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets trade higher following Wall Street’s rally. Michelle and Ryan unpacks GoTo and Del Monte’s earnings struggles, the resolution of CDL’s family feud, and the latest moves in the US-China trade war. Intel’s new CEO sparks a stock surge, while TSMC and Inditex face headwinds. Plus, a closer look at Roche’s...

MIchelle Martin and Nirgunan Tiruchelvam, Alētheia Capital's Head of Consumer and Internet discuss the latest turns of the Chocolate Finance story On 4 March, users of Chocolate finance learnt they could no longer use their Chocolate debit card at AXS. On March 9, a influencer and former affiliate of Chocolate finance Sethify, posted a video sharing why he was pulling all of his funds out of...

Playing mad, coercion, using exaggeration, what are Trump's negotiation strategies built on? Join Michelle Martin as she explores the effectiveness of win-lose versus win-win strategies and the risks of high-stakes brinkmanship. How do power dynamics influence negotiation success, and what lessons can business leaders and policymakers learn? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Horacio Falcao, Professor...

It's a habit that is foundational to building wealth, but does this extreme budgeter think he can repeat tightening his belt the way he did 15 years ago today? How little do you really need to get by as a young working adult? Join Michelle Martin as she unpacks the mindset of the extreme budgeter, with guest Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities. See omnystudi...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed amid US recession fears and tariff uncertainty. The S&P 500 nears correction territory, while US retail giants like Dick’s Sporting Goods and Kohl’s issue weak forecasts. Investors look overseas, with China and Europe ETFs outperforming. Meanwhile, Salesforce announces a $1 billion investment in Singapore...

So your child has won a place at UCL or LSE? Well done, are you looking for a university pad? Michelle Martin goes to London to check out the property market with Matthew Burgess, Director of APAC at Regal. This episode explores the London property market from a Singaporean investor’s perspective. Should you buy or rent? What are the hot areas? What could your exit strategy be? How do the ty...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! It’s a sea of red across the screen as Asia-Pacific markets track Wall Street’s overnight losses. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, the episode dives into DFI Retail’s earnings, Jardine Matheson’s financials, and a sharp sell-off in U.S. stocks led by Apple, Nvidia, and Tesla. Plus, the latest moves from Oracle, Delta, X...

MIchelle Martin breaks down Gaga-nomics. Will Lady Gaga's visit to Singapore in 13 years come  May 18th give Singapore's economy another boost? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode dives into the biggest market-moving forces shaping investor sentiment. With geopolitical tensions rising, a fresh wave of U.S. tariffs hitting global trade, and the surprise announcement of a U.S. sovereign wealth fund, are markets at a tipping point? Simon Ree, Founder of Tao of Trading, shares insights on a slow topping process and signs of the approach o...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks the latest market swings, from Nvidia and Hewlett Packard’s struggles to the record-breaking highs of McDonald's and Yum! Brands. Retail investors are watching insider moves at Centurion, Olam, and UOB - who’s buying and who’s losing? Tesla continues its slide, while Meta...

Masterplan 2025 will soon be unveiled and Budget 2025 is behind us; Michelle Martin features voice of influence Eugene Lim, Key Executive Officer at ERA to help us understand the key forces shaping the property market With HDB resale prices rising faster than private homes and more upgraders making the leap to private housing, what trends should you watch in 2025? Eugene  shares insights...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets are trading lower following Wall Street’s decline, with Tokyo leading losses. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, the discussion covers JD.com’s strong revenue growth, Alibaba’s AI advancements, and contrasting trends in US and Chinese markets. Tech stocks remain in focus as Marvell Technology tumbles, while...

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this International Women’s Day special is all about getting more women to invest with confidence! Daphne Tan, Director of Business Development at CMC Markets Singapore, shares her personal money journey and why investing isn’t as intimidating as it seems. Here how $5000 can become over $300k! Whether you’re in your 20s or 50s, there’s no bett...

As CDL’s leadership battle and stock plunge unsettle investors, we explore potential merger outcomes and what they could mean for minority shareholders. Meanwhile, global markets react to Trump’s escalating foreign policy shifts, sparking fears of rising U.S. isolationism. Could this reshape trade, investment flows, and financial stability? Plus, Bitcoin’s 20% surge following its...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode covers Foot Locker’s earnings and its implications for Nike, the latest U.S. job market data, and the impact of Trump’s new tariffs. We also discuss Mandarin Oriental’s mixed earnings, the latest AI stock sell-off at Marvell Technology, and Disney’s job cuts. Plus, Apple&rsq...

Are paper notebooks still relevant in world where screens are the interface between our thoughts and the world? Michelle Martin puts the question to Christophe Archaimbault, CEO, Moleskine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Singaporeans increasingly look to Johor Bahru for property investments? Michelle explores the impact of the RTS Link and Johor’s Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) on housing demand, property prices, and investor sentiment with guest Daniel Sim, Founder of Golden Goose Properties. Can these developments reshape Singapore’s real estate market? What property segments stand to gain the m...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed as investors react to U.S. tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. CK Hutchison sells its port business to BlackRock, while City Developments faces a family power struggle. SEA Limited reports strong earnings, but CrowdStrike disappoints. Investors weigh opportunities in Hong Kong...

US stocks have been swan diving in the run up to new US tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. Set to take effect this afternoon (Singapore time), what could the tariffs mean for  global stock markets? Nvidia has tumbled 7% year to date despite strong earnings and guidance - what’s behind the drop? We also analyze shifting Fed rate expectations and the impact on investors. Singapore...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets have taken a hit as Wall Street reels from fears of a North American trade war. Join Michelle Martin as she chats with Ryan Huang, about Mixue’s blockbuster IPO, Tata Capital’s potential record listing, and BYD’s billion-dollar fundraising. Discover the latest twist in the Kwek family feud is shaking up City Develo...

Michelle Martin meets Gareth Lloyd, international entrepreneur and founder of Truly Nuts. Discover how he transitioned from DJing to building businesses worth over $250 million. Learn how Truly Nuts pioneered the world's first savory Brazil nut, overcoming industry skepticism. Gareth shares insights into innovative funding methods, including profit-participating notes and equity deals. Hear about...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific stocks are rallying after a strong Wall Street session. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into director deals at Wilmar, Hong Leong Asia, and SingTel. Hear about the turmoil at City Developments, Genting’s leadership change, and Xiaomi’s latest product launch. Plus, insights on US tariffs, the crypto...

It's challenging to think about flourishing when one is battling discrimination of any kind. From a young age, the message that she wasn't good enough simply because she was a "daughter" and not a "son" was telegraphed her way.  Michelle Martin invites author of "Fearless:: A Guide to Freedom and Fulfilling Your Fullest Potential,” Sylvia Yu Friedman to share how she found her way to fr...

Join Michelle Martin as she invites Christopher Forbes, Head of Asia at CMC, to unpack the financial playbook for anyone choosing to live or work abroad. Learn how to navigate currency risks, taxation, and financial systems when investing globally. Discover strategies for asset allocation, hedging against volatility, and leveraging ETFs. Explore why Singapore is a prime destination for expat inves...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! It’s red across the screen as Asia-Pacific markets tumble following a Wall Street sell-off. Listen in as Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, dive into Rolls-Royce’s soaring stock, the Kwek family saga shaking City Developments. Hear about Nvidia’s sharp drop from the $3 trillion club. Plus, Dell’s $9 billion backlog, WPP’s adv...