Live Well with Michelle

Surprises - that's how many might describe the whirlwind of the year that we've had. That said, how did global markets perform in 2023? What lessons can be drawn from this year that we could use to help reframe our investment strategies? And aside from the Magnificent 7, are there any other sectors that are showing signs of recovery? In the final trading day of 2023, Dan Koh breaks it all down wit...

Why was the consensus by Wall Street strategists so wrong in 2023? What does the recent 'Santa Claus' rally indicate about what's to come in 2024? And does Xiaomi have what it takes to take on the likes of Tesla and Porsche? Dan Koh and Ryan Huang find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What critical economic challenges will China face in 2024 that investors should be thinking through? As the year comes to an end, how can investors think through how their portfolios have performed? Listen to one investor's honest reflections as Michelle Martin speaks with Arun Pai from the Investments Team, Monk’s Hill Venture See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s driving BYD’s success to overtake Tesla as the world’s most popular EV maker? What are some reasons stock investors will see a bullish 2024 for the S&P 500? And how have Chinese gaming stocks reacted to news of China regulator’s reassurance on new online gaming rules? Michelle Martin unpacks it all with Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin finds out what information I Quadrant - a  Property investing community -members have access to. She also learns how the power of community is being harnessed for real property deals with Benny Ong, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, I Quadrant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the ‘vibecession’ really coming to an end? What’s the latest on Pharmaceutical acquisitions? And why are Chinese gaming firms unveiling share buybacks even after the latest regulatory move unnerved investors? Michelle Martin discusses with Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do first time property buyers need to be aware of in today’s market. Are there different strategies being used. Michelle Martin finds out with Mister Boon, Senior Group Division Director, ERA Realty Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does the outlook of S-REIT look like moving into 2024? What prompted a selloff in China’s gaming sector? And what does it mean that El Niño has a sweet tooth? Michelle Martin investigates with Ryan Huang.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remember Mrs Lee making a splash when she brought a clutch with white dinosaurs to the White House? In our yuletide show, Michelle Martin invites Belinda Lin, General Manager, The Art Faculty to find out how this organisation is marrying art and business to bring new possibilities to individuals on the autism spectrum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How is Nike responding to a slowdown in sales? How did Tesla rise to retail investor stardom? And what is the world’s best performing stock of 2023? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang look into the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much of a bonus are most companies in Singapore offering? Whatever the quantum you get, our guest has great tips on How to use that cash injection to break away from the rat race. Michelle Martin finds out more with Daniel Sim, Founder of Born Poor Die Rich. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How many companies have delisted on the SGX in 2023? Why is optimism in the Singapore SPAC diminishing? And after a 9-day winning streak, have US markets peaked or are investors simply doing some profit taking? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang explore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street Journal bestselling author Alex Tapscott joins Michelle Martin to discuss the next chapter in the evolution of the internet and what technological sea change will mean for assets, businesses and cryptocurrency. Alex also shares his views on a spot bitcoin ETF product. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NEU Battery Materials is a Singapore-based lithium battery recycling company. Using their patented clean recycling method, they recycle lithium batteries from your phone to our future, electric vehicles.  The company has created a process that is scalable, modular, and only relies on electricity. This is crucial to support the rapid growth of electric vehicles.  Backed by partners like Temasek Fou...

What does FedEx’s revenue outlook suggest about the health of the broader economy? Why is South Korea’s Coupang acquiring luxury e-commerce retailer Farfetch? And what areas might see new AI applications in 2024? Michelle Martin finds out with Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What essential questions should you be asking as we head into the final 2 weeks of 2023 to help you meet your upcoming financial goals? Michelle Martin invites Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities to find out how we can reflect on our net worth in order to move to a healthier financial future.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do freight delays around the Suez canal mean for logisitc ompanies and costs of the asia-europe transport? Who are possible beneficiaries of the new up and rising Covid-19 wave? What’s been driving oil prices lately? And why was the deal between Adobe and Figma cancelled? Michelle Martin unpacks it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are Super Apps still poised to change the future of finance? How is an investor to parse the field? How can one assess business models of superapps? Michelle Martin speaks to  Neha Mehta, Author Of "ONE STOP" , a book which explores the untold story of some of the world's most heard-about Super Apps.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet the Singaporean translator of the Korean novel that evokes the cozy experience of stepping into your dream bookshop. Michelle Martin meets Shanna Tan  to find out how the self-taught Korean speaker emerged as the top choice to bring this heartwarming hit novel to the English-language market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s Market View, Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang explore what the fall in 17Live share price suggests about investor sentiment in the SPAC market, how we should be reading StarHub’s continued share buyback, and what the current US market narrative looks like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They are in the business of tracing power consumption to energy sources. REDEX Group Pte Ltd operates Asia’s leading trading platform for Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).  The company offers a one-stop ecosystem for RECs, supporting clients through the full RECs lifecycle – asset registration, production verification, marketplace, and retirement.  As an early mover in Asia with a proven track...

How will Nvidia react to AMD's new artificial intelligence chips? With Microsoft and Meta committed to using AMD's chip, how does that shape up the AI space? What's the latest with Elon Musk and Tesla? Adrian Abraham recaps all the latest headlines with Sean Cheong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What will AMD's newest AI chip bring to space dominated by Nvidia? What can we expect from Gemini, Google's most capable artificial intelligence model? Can McDonald's new spinoff brand CosMc’s be a hit? Adrian Abraham speaks to Sean Cheong to recap the biggest headlines on this installment of Market View. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's driving Apple's record market cap? Can X.AI compete with the biggest players in the AI space? Where does Cordlife go from their current dire situation. Adrian Abraham speaks to Ryan Huang to review the biggest points on this installment of Market View. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why has the proposal to rescue Manulife US REIT fallen flat? And do the 3Q earnings results provide any indications of how S-REITs are expected to do moving into 2024? Michelle Martin asks Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist and Independent Financial Advisor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.