Live Well with Michelle

Hosted by Michelle Martin, join us as we discuss how women can navigate financial challenges and build wealth through their CPF.  Pamela Chong, Associate Manager at Legacy FA, shares insights on how women at different life stages—starting their careers, single with properties, married with children, and nearing 55—can effectively manage their CPF savings. We explore voluntary contributions, invest...

Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investing at Providend, this episode delves into the recent performance of the Russell 2000 small cap index, which has surged 10% since July 8, compared to the flat S&P 500. They discuss factors driving this trend and the potential for further growth in small caps. Michelle and Cheng Chye Hsern explore the concentration risk in the...

Join Michelle Martin in her daily comprehensive tour of market talking points with Ryan Huang. Today they delve into the latest market action. Asia-Pacific markets are trading lower, driven by overnight Wall Street sell-offs. Netflix's earnings report, TSMC's recent performance, and movements in the automotive industry with Renault, Volvo, and Ford are discussed. The session also covers corporate...

As Trump's economic platform comes into clearer view, how are investors making sense of the "Trump Trade?" Guest Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan and Nirgunan Tiruchelvam, Head of Consumer and Internet , Alethia Capital Equity Research join Michelle Martin for a discussion on the possible reaction to a second Trump presidency. Hear their considerations for portfolio allocations.   See omnystud...

Michelle Martin compresses the key market talking points for you with Ryan Huang. We explore Asia-Pacific market sell-offs triggered by a decline in tech stocks, discuss the impact of US-China tensions on TSMC, AMD, ASML, Tokyo Electron, and Nvidia, dive into Korean prosecutors' case against Kakao's founder and SM Entertainment. We also analyze earnings from Johnson & Johnson, United Airlines,...

Who wants to save up to 50% of their legal costs? Michelle Martin and Justin Chan, Managing Partner of Justin Chan Chambers LLP discuss the changes to the Singapore legal landscape. Here's more of two new "routes" that could save you time and money with dispute resolution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin concisely rounds up the overnight market movements with Ryan Huang. We delve into corporate earnings, focusing on Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, Hugo Boss, and Richemont. Plus, we discuss major moves by Goldman Sachs, Ford Motor, and more. Listen for insights into M&A trends in Asia and updates on local markets, including Yangzijiang Shipbuilding and SATS. See omnystudio.com/...

A host of structural factors and tech advancements make these 3 investment themes, ones you cannot look away from. But how do you navigate the search for opportunities? Michelle Martin features Swapnil Mishra, Founder of WealthZen and Adjunct Mentor at Singapore Management University. Mishra breaks down three critical investment themes, discusses the long-term impact of each and both debate why th...

Michelle Martin starts her morning tour of markets with Ryan Huang, Asia-Pacific markets are trading largely higher this morning, driven by US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's remarks on monetary policy. Goldman Sachs' earnings surge, BlackRock hits a record AUM, and Alphabet's potential $23 billion acquisition of Wiz is analyzed. The broader markets hit new highs, while the Trump Media &a...

Michelle Martin steers this episode to discover the revolutionary impact of AI on the HR landscape with guest D N Prasad, Senior Director – People & Organisation; GovTech and President, SHRI. Discover how HR professionals are leveraging AI to make data-driven decisions.  For job seekers, find out how to maximize your chances of success in an AI-driven recruitment process. Listen in for concret...

Michelle Martin blitzes through markets with Ryan Huang. Both discuss the impact of the recent attack on Donald Trump and the subsequent rise in Bitcoin prices in Singapore. They also explore institutional buying trends with a focus on Centurion and Accrelist with insights on the bullish signs from top officials purchasing shares. Both also review earnings reports from major banks like Citigroup,...

What does the recent US inflation data signal about the potential roadmap of interest rate cuts this year? Why are megatech stocks beaten down after 7 consecutives of rally? And why are investors shifting to riskier corners of the market at this juncture? Dan Koh and Ryan Huang investigate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Semiconductor stocks are pushing markets to higher records, breaking above 5,600 for the first time! But can the US stock market rally broaden beyond these AI players in the second half of 2024? Meanwhile, what are markets expecting from June's key inflation data, and how do options traders think the stock market will move during this volatility? Find out with Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they unpack...

Michelle Martin delves into the mixed performance of US stocks, discussing the latest analyst calls on Alphabet, Meta, Amazon, and Netflix. She explores the gold market and silver's impressive rise, alongside other commodities like cocoa and copper. In Asian markets, Michelle examines the rally in Japanese stocks and the mixed outlook on Chinese equities from major Singapore institutions. Plus, a...

Parents want to monitor and manage the child's real-time spending, while 17-year-olds may want the autonomy as they tap to spend, so can one app balance those needs? We find out more about Revolut's new and free <18 app to find out how it is encouraging better spending and saving habits among the young. Join Michelle Martin in this chat with Ashley Thomas, Head of Strategy & Operations at R...

Join Michelle Martin as we explore the outlook for global markets in the second half of 2024 with Rahul Ghosh, Portfolio Specialist in the Equity Division, T. Rowe Price. Despite a strong first half driven by resilient economies and the AI boom, could this rally be sustainable? We delve into emerging market opportunities in Asia and discuss strategies for navigating the uncertain economic landscap...

Michelle Martin dissects markets with Ryan Huang. Both begin this morning with an IPO watch — where are companies going public, how have they performed? Our journey today  begins in Hong Kong, where 6 companies are set to start trading this week. In Southeast Asia, the IPO market has been sluggish, with only 67 companies going public, including SAM Holding in Singapore. Shifting focus, we discuss...

What is a specific "ask" that more women should feel as comfortable as men do putting to their sponsors? Why should companies focus on women over 50 as prime candidates? How do working mothers enhance the workforce? Michelle Martin and her guest Jingjin Liu, Founder of Elevate explore the workplace that women would shape, if they had more key decision-making power. JingJin shares insights from her...

Join Michelle Martin in her tour of markets with Ryan Huang. We begin this Monday morning down on Shenton Way with Director Deals and institutional trading. Who’s buying, who’s selling, and what might this mean for retail investors? Wee Investments’ recent purchase of UOL shares, share buyback stats, and top companies involved, including CapitaLand Investment, UOB, and First Resources. Bank of Ame...

Join Michelle Martin as she delves into the complexities of Integrated Shield Plans variations with guest Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager at Phillip Securities . Discover why premiums vary significantly across different insurers for the same coverage and what factors to consider when choosing a plan. Learn how to interpret publically avalibale data to make informed decisions about yo...

Join Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang as they delve into the latest market developments. Keir Starmer's rise as UK's new Prime Minister, and the market's reaction, take center stage. They discuss the surge in trading for Yoma Strategic, Isetan's delisting progress, and updates on Singapore's banks. NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang's stock sale, Citi Research's revised target for GoTo, and the positive news f...

Today on Money and Me, hosted by Michelle Martin, we explore how to protect yourself from falling victim to renovation swindlers and make every renovation dollar work harder for you!.  Michelle is joined by Wenny Lim, COO of HomePay , to discuss how their first-of-its-kind escrow payment model ensures funds are only released upon achieving project milestones, and the vetting process that helps pre...

Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. We begin this morning in Singapore, where banking shares, including DBS, OCBC, and UOB, have driven the Straits Times Index to its highest level in over two years. Discover what’s fueling this rally and whether investor concentration in these banks is a concern. We also compare Tesla and China's BYD in the electric vehicle market, and examine SoftBank, Ph...

Send this episode packed with financial treasures learnt on home ground onto a young person you love! In this priceless episode, Michelle Martin invites a veteran wealth management leader, 54-year-old Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend to take us back into his personal history. Dive into the exciting yet often confusing journey of managing finances in the second decade of life. Christopher shares i...

Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang blitz through markets! This morning, we dive into the business of cars, more cars, and big pharma. Tesla reports better-than-expected Q2 vehicle deliveries, surging 10% overnight. General Motors, Nio, Zeekr, and Nikola also report impressive delivery numbers. In the pharma sector, Eli Lilly and Moderna announce new advancements. Plus, corporate news on Uber, Qatar Ai...