Live Well with Michelle

Welcome to SIEWCast. In this episode, we explore how Geneco and YTL PowerSeraya are driving sustainability efforts and encouraging retail customers to support a greener future. Michelle Martin learns about their innovative solutions in conversation with Mr Lim Han Kwang, CEO of Geneco and Deputy CEO at YTL PowerSeraya. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Michelle Martin says this may be the most important episode to help you plan your retirement successfully! This episode of Money and Me  features Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend , as he shares expert insights on navigating the complexities of retirement spending. They discuss the sustainability of the popular 4% withdrawal rule, balancing life expectancy uncertainties, and why life decision...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, today’s episode dives into Asia-Pacific market gains led by Tokyo, Sydney, and Seoul, alongside record highs for Nasdaq and S&P 500. Explore earnings updates from Bank of America, Citigroup, and more, and hear Ryan’s analysis of Reliance Industries’ recent performance. Discover HSBC's buy calls, and insight...

The US market is finally showing signs of broadening, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average powered to new highs after US banks kicked off the 3Q earnings seasons on a record! What does this suggest about the health of the US economy and the possibility of a soft landing? Find out with Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they tackle the latest market headlines. They also discuss the highligh...

The US Federal Reserve's first rate cut in 4 years is undoubtedly fueling the REIT sector with optimism, with many companies experiencing a huge jump in their share prices lately. And with expectations of further rate cuts from this year and beyond, how should investors be positioning themselves in the REIT sector? How might distribution yields perform in the coming months? And how can you ride th...

Join Michelle Martin as she dives into the latest market dynamics following the US Federal Reserve’s rate cut and what it means for Singapore investors Michelle invites James Ooi, Market Strategist at Tiger Brokers Singapore to explore how the Fed’s 50-basis-point reduction could shape investors picks, from REIT's to bonds, local banks to alternative assets like gold and even sector specific ETF's...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Corporate earnings are back in focus as Delta, Uniqlo, and Top Glove report their latest numbers. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, the conversation highlights Delta’s travel demand, Uniqlo’s strong profit guidance, and Top Glove’s post-pandemic challenges. Also, hear updates on Seven & I’s acquisition battle with Alimentation Couche-Tard,...

What do businesses growing more than 10% know about changing consumer trends? Enter the fascinating world of how concerns from increasing food prices to mental health are changing the way different groups in Asia Pacific are choosing to purchase. What are the next big areas of opportunities businesses and investors should be aware of? Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Craig Houliston, Regional...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. Asia-Pacific markets surge after Wall Street's strong session, as Tokyo, Sydney, and Seoul trade up. Delve into major IPOs, from Tokyo Metro’s $2B debut to Hyundai's $3B listing in India and MMC Port’s potential $1.6B offering in Malaysia. Ryan also discusses Google’s antitrust trial and Alimentation Couche-Tar...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. Asia-Pacific markets are trading higher, with a special focus on Singapore’s tech stocks AEM, UMS, and Frencken Group, which face unique challenges despite AI-driven growth. China’s market mood takes center stage post-Golden Week, affecting companies like Las Vegas Sands and Wynn Resorts. In corporate news, Pep...

Hosted by Michelle Martin today's edition of the show all about markets and investments features guest Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment at Providend. Michelle she explores market reactions to China’s post-Golden Week market dip, questioning if recent stimulus measures can rejuvenate a volatile landscape. Cheng Chye Hsern offers insights into how investors should approach China’s rally — bull o...

With Covid still with us and Mpox declared a public health emergency, what is one of the world's largest insurers preparing for? What is the ongoing impact of Covid? Join host Michelle Martin as she delves into lessons from the pandemic with Paul Murray Chief Executive Officer Life & Health Re​insurance, Swiss Re , including how innovation unlocked because of Covid-19, could be helping us all...

Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Ryan Huang. Join the discussion on market excitement surrounding Tokyo Metro’s IPO and Singapore's potential IPO resurgence. Michelle and Ryan also examine Rio Tinto’s bid for lithium miner Arcadium and the “buy over build” trend in commodities. Hear about record U.S. stock indices, driving the S&P 500 closer to Goldman Sachs' target of 6,000. They also tac...

Hosted by Michelle Martin, join us on Money and Me the show all about making your money work harder for you, as we dive into financial strategies for young graduates with Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager at Phillip Securities . From that first paycheck excitement to his own experience with Singapore Savings Bonds, Elijah offers insights on practical tips on budgeting, choosing between...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode delves into the latest moves in Asia-Pacific stocks and institutional buying in Singapore's Straits Times Index. Discover key insights on Far East Orchard, Raffles Medical, and SATS, and analyze how legal troubles at Hotel Properties Limited could impact its future. The discussion then shifts to Wa...

Markets can clobber investors and ruin lives. When David Gerald founded the largest retail investor body in Asia in 1999, he was leading the fight in a truly asymmetric contest with some despairing investors taking their lives. This was when some 172 thousand Singapore investors who had invested in Malaysian shares found their shares in limbo, after the Malaysian government unilaterally closed the...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, today’s discussion kicks off with rising oil prices following US President Biden's remarks on the potential Israel-Iran conflict. We explore the impact on global markets, Levi Strauss’ earnings dip, and Eli Lilly's production boost. Seven & I plans a strategic shift, while Warren Buffett eyes Japanese finan...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin, hear Michelle and Ryan Huang deep dive into Hong Kong's stock rally, with Shimao Group and Longfor Holdings making significant gains. Explore the discussion over broker insights on Dell Technologies and Latam Airlines, plus a look at Toyota's investment in air taxis and Eli Lilly's latest billion-dollar project. Also, hear how...

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode features Simon Kold, fund manager, former stand-up comedian, and author of  On the Hunt for Great Companies . Simon shares his unique journey from being part of managing €150 billion at the Novo Nordisk Foundation to founding Kold Investments. He discusses key strategies for identifying high-quality, durable companies with network effects and passionate lead...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode covers Thai Beverage’s IPO plans, HomesToLife’s public relisting, and FrontView REIT’s US-focused IPO. We also discuss major fundraising efforts from Adani Enterprises and Boeing, as well as Wilmar International's struggles and Jardine Matheson’s gains on the Straits Times Index. Plus, get insights...

In this episode Michelle Martin speaks with Puah Kok Keong, Chief Executive of the Energy Market Authority , about his vision for Singapore’s energy sector, the International Energy Agency’s regional Cooperation Centre, the development of the ASEAN Power Grid, and Singapore's carbon capture strategies. Also get an exclusive preview of what’s to come at SIEW 2024, where global energy leaders will g...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! In today’s episode, she and Ryan Huang discuss the latest updates on Apple’s product launches, Tesla’s stock fluctuations, Nvidia’s AI-driven growth, and Meta’s strategic shifts in the metaverse. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, they explore how these tech giants are navigating current market conditions and what it means for investors. Stay tu...

Why pay 3.25% when you can pay 2% on foreign exchange fees? Customers like the idea of combining their Amaze card with their Mastercard credit cards for the additional rewards, but some banks have closed the door to the combos. Have the u-turns by some banks impacted Instarem?  How does Instarem ensure competitive foreign exchange rates for Amaze Card users? Michelle Martin chats with Yogesh Sangl...

While investors have been dazzled by China and Hong Kong's rally, we ask, ahead of China's national holiday, is there space for one more rally. And beyond a short-term bounce, is there reason to look closely at three stocks following China's stimulus package given the timely trends these three are linked to? Willie Keng shares his picks in this conversation with Michelle Martin. See omnystudio.com...

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode covers key market moves across Asia, including Raffles Medical Group’s director deals and First REIT's MD selling off half his stake. Discover how China’s rally is impacting global markets, while Maersk and Union Pacific surge ahead amid looming US port strikes. We also break down corporate news on...