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Which are the riskiest sectors as central banks hold interest rates near unprecedented levels and tighter lending conditions weigh on borrowers? Hugues Rialan is Chief Investment Officer and Head of Discretionary Portfolio Management for Asia at Pictet Wealth Management , shares his insights with Michelle Martin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are some Singapore REITs with distribution yields that can beat the CPF interest rates? What do you need to know about Japan’s recent launch of the Prime 150 index? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang break down the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

80% of young Singaporeans don’t feel they are on the right track to meet their long-term financial goals. Do your money habits need to change now that coffee prices seem to have doubled in some neighbourhoods? How much of your OA should you use for your mortgage? Which annuities continue to provide an income for your children after you’ve passed? Michelle Martin puts these questions to Elijah Lee,...

What does the market narrative look like for the rest of the year? Can Japanese stocks continue outperforming and sustaining their gains? Find out with Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang on this episode of Market view. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know, a local study had found that more than half of adults here in Singapore say they are financially illiterate? Well that might soon be a problem of the past because Dan Koh invites Kirk Kenny, Chief Development Officer (CDO) of Junior Achievement, Asia Pacific  to share how Junior Achievement's recent partnership with FWD Group is boosting financial literacy in the region.  They also d...

What’s driving economic resilience despite looming recession fears? What’s causing the yuan’s weakness against the US dollar? And what would it take to reverse the depreciation expectations in the exchange rate market? Dan Koh unravels with Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With so many insurers out there pitching a myriad of policies, some of us might be thinking, could we be overspending on insurance?  Well today on Money and Me, Dan Koh settles this once and for all with Edwin Ooi, Financial Advisory Specialist, MoneySmart Financial as they discuss what insurance policies you should be getting and some “nice-to-haves” policies that you may/may not necessarily need...

Latest US economic data are showing signs of strength in several corners of the US economy! What does this suggest about the likelihood of a recession? Meanwhile, how is the integration of UBS and Credit Suisse faring so far? Find out with Dan Koh as he speaks to Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong on this episode of Market View. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to Randstad's 2023 Salary and Bonus Expectations report, 53% of respondents who lived and worked in Singapore do not feel that they are fairly compensated for their work contributions. So what does this signal to employers in terms of keeping talent? And how can employers making new hires this year effectively secure top talent? Dan Koh asks Jaya Dass, Managing Director of Permanent Recr...

In this episode of Market View, Dan Koh speaks to Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong to discuss why technology giant stocks are pulling back overnight - contributing heavily to the Nasdaq’s sharp decline - and how oil prices are moving against the backdrop of Russia’s political instability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Money and Me, Dan Koh speaks to Kevin Fitzgerald, Managing Director, Asia, at Employment Hero about what businesses can do to support their employees through inflation without a raise, and how payroll providers can help businesses navigate economic challenges and better manage cash flow.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is Russia’s short-lived insurrection spelling trouble for the global economy? And as we step into the final week of June, where could the stock market be headed after a wild first half? Dan Koh finds out with Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does the recent US Fed’s interest rate decision and new economic projections mean for Singapore REITs? And are investors’ interests rotating from banks to the REITs sector?  Dan Koh unravels these questions and more with Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist and Independent Financial Advisor. They also discuss the attractiveness of REITs today and some signs of a turnaround that investors should be watc...

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Moody’s Mark Zandi vs Treasury bond investors - who triumphs in the debate over the odds of a US recession? And why is Asia fast becoming the new centre of gravity for cryptocurrency markets? Dan Koh discusses these headlines and more with Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can the integration of alternative investments as part of an investor’s portfolio help reduce market volatility? And what opportunities can be found amidst the rise of alternative assets and luxury asset tokenization as an investment class in Southeast Asia? Dan Koh asks Benjamin Twoon, Co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Alta. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What were some of the key takeaways from Fed Powell’s testimony before the US House Financial Services Committee? And why aren’t investors happy with Intel’s new reporting structure which could potentially help control costs at the chipmaker? Dan Koh breaks down the details with Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The topic of ownership has often been a complicated one, especially during the internet's present phase. But that could soon be a problem of the past because one local company is utilising blockchain and related technologies to unlock, enhance and preserve the value of media and entertainment intellectual property. So today on Money and Me, Dan Koh invites Raymond Chua, CEO, Marvion to find out ev...

What did FedEx’s latest earnings results and forecast suggest about the health of the economy? And while US stocks are rushing back into the bull-market territory, why is Morgan Stanley's top strategist saying that investors may be in for “a rude awakening”? Dan Koh explores these questions and more with Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unlike the CPF Special and MediSave Account, which will see an increase in interest rate to 4.01% per annum in the third quarter of this year, the Ordinary Account will remain unchanged at 2.5%. And that’s sparking debate on the need to further increase interest rates to fight inflation!   Joining Dan Koh on Money and Me, is Christopher Tan, CEO, Providend to discuss the significance of the 0.01%...

Following an earlier meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang on Sunday, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken ended a high-stakes visit to Beijing with an unexpected meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping yesterday! What went down during the short 35 minute meeting? Dan Koh and Ryan Huang investigate. They also find out why Warren Buffet is doubling down on his investment in Japan. See...

How much are you willing to give up to live in a bungalow? For some, it might mean their retirement…  Did you know, there is a growing number of distressing predicaments today, faced by retirees who own million-dollar homes, but have insufficient cash savings to meet their living expenses? That’s a term that some of us may describe as ‘asset rich, cash poor’. So today on Money and Me, Dan Koh invi...

How is the HKD-RMB Dual Counter Model reviving the longer term prospects of the benchmark Hang Seng Index? Did U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang manage to bring back some semblance of normalcy back to a strained relationship during their meeting in Beijing? Dan Koh and Ryan Huang look into these headlines and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

How did the overall economic outlook change in light of the US Fed’s latest policy decision? What’s fuelling the confidence of the US stock market even in the face of recession warnings or fresh monetary threats from Jerome Powell?  Dan Koh invites Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend to break down the latest market reactions and what investors should make of the recent bull run. They a...

Despite recession warnings or fresh monetary threats from Jerome Powell, it seems like they’re not enough to dampen investors’ spirits, with the S&P 500 touching a fresh 13-month high. But could this signal an overbought market? Meanwhile, how is Adobe’s AI integration bringing back confidence to the stock? Dan Koh and Sean Cheong explore these headlines. They also discuss BlackRock’s latest p...

In a widely anticipated move, the US Federal Reserve agreed to hold interest rates steady after 10 consecutive increases, but surprised with a forecast of two more quarter-point hikes in its economic projections this year. How are markets reacting to news of this renewed hawkish stance? Dan Koh and Sean Cheong dive into the details. They also find out if the stocks squeezing the S&P 500 higher...