Live Well with Michelle

Thousands of people crossed the Causeways between Singapore and Malaysia last night as borders reopened after 2 years of pandemic restrictions, how can investors consider joining the party?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The STI ends the first quarter of 2022 with a bang, as it outperforms most global stocks, including Wall Street, which saw a major tech selloff overnight. The energy markets are also abuzz with oil-related companies set to gain from the current price surge. Back in Singapore, news on Keppel divesting Geodis -- which owns courier Urbanfox -- and updates on its merger with Sembmarine.  See omny...

What do different possible outcomes for the war in Europe mean for markets? If Russia does accept Bitcoin for oil,what would that mean for the risk asset? Michelle Martin speaks with Tony Sycamore, APAC Analyst, City Index to find out.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are investors selling off in US markets? How is Keppel corp simplifying its business? Where are Apple, Meta, Google and Amazon heading? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you really wanted to act on your love for skiing and property, what are your options? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Hump Day edition talks about the rally seen in US stocks and what's next for the S&P 500 after exiting its correction. Next, Sembcorp Marine's close shave from the SGX watch list and stock watching Micron, Apple, Robinhood and Lululemon.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What can be learnt about money on the blockchain given the hack of Axis Infinities Ronin network? Is Bitcoin proving its relevance and resilience in tough geopolitical circumstances like Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.  Vijay Ayyar, VP Corporate Development & Global Expansion, Luno  tells Michelle Martin his thoughts on the prospects of cryptocurrencies. They also discuss and how...

2022 is set to be a record year for nuptials and a slew of wedding-related businesses stand to benefit. Find out which ones are worth saying "I do" to. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the place of classical music in a post-covid Singapore? What's the vision ahead for the SSO. Michelle Martin finds out in conversation with Chng Hak-Peng, Chief Executive Officer, Singapore Symphony Orchestra  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pandemic has brought about a fresh generation of consumers. What characterises these new financial tribes and why do banks and businesses need to understand them? Myles Bertrand, Managing Director APAC, Mambu  tells Michelle Martin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are Hong Kong tycoons looking to buy Chinese real estate? Who are the winners and losers from Singapore's new foreign worker levy? Where will we see some bumper dividends? Plus notes on Bayer, Grab and SingTel.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three tech names have been listed as companies that have a sound business model, solid financials and good long-term potential -- all key characteristics in a volatile market. Michelle Martin checks them out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gregory Van  began his investing journey when he was just 17. Now with  Endowus , he says he wants to allow retail investors access to institutional investing strategies. Find out how in this interview with Michelle Martin.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final episode of this special series, Your Health, Your Wealth: Understanding Your Integrated Shield Plan Options, we learn about your options for an integrated shield plan if you have a pre-existing medical condition from Dr Morrison Loh, Head of Medical Directorate, Raffles Health Insurance and Director, Commercial, Raffles Medical Group . Brought to you by Raffles Health Insurance. See o...

Singapore eases its strictest Covid-19 restrictions -- Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang discuss what to expect and which sectors are cheering. The European Union passes the Digital Markets Act to curb tech powers, China agrees to data checks of its tech firm listings by the US and Russia restarts its stock exchange and wants crypto payments for its energy supplies.  See omnystudio.com/listener...

Singapore enters a new endemic phase in the fight against Covid-19, prompting cheers from the F&B, entertainment and travel sectors. Michelle Martin lists local companies that stand to benefit from the good news.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have we lost our ability to focus? Why has this happened? And can we get it back? Writer and journalist  Johann Hari  tells Michelle Martin of his personal investigation into how we’ve lost our focus and what we can do to fight back for it, in his profound book,  Stolen Focus . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin gets thoughts from self-professed Warren Buffett fan Arun Pai, Chief Strategy Officer, FLOW  on Berkshire Hathaway's latest acquisition of insurer Alleghany, plus insights on Carl Icahn's recession prediction and the share buyback trend among Chinese tech firms.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin reminisces Wendy's square burgers and chocolate frosty as she digests analyst’s takes on the fast food chain's promising growth and share price.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Market View takes a look at market reactions to local government announcements in Singapore, including easing travel curbs across the causeway; the rollercoaster ride that oil prices have swung back into, Russia's latest move to demand ruble payments for oil rather than USD, and what's in store for crypto SPACs.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang as they break down the latest in the SPH takeover saga and why Ryan Cohen bought 100,000 more GameStop shares overnight. They also discuss Alibaba's share buyback move and which other Chinese tech firms may follow suit, digest Xiaomi's earnings and Alleghany's M&A price by Berkshire Hathaway, and what Lendlease plans to do with over $570 million for Jem.&nbs...

Michelle Martin shares some top stocks from the agricultural sector that investors can look at as prices of commodities like wheat are on the rise against the backdrop of the Ukraine war.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin discusses growth investing opportunities and where VP Bank’s convictions lie for 2022 with Thomas Rupf, CIO Asia & Head of Trading Execution, VP Bank Ltd Singapore Branch . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you feel like you’re a slave to your job? What if you want to quit and have no savings? You might want to consider lighting a F.I.R.E., which stands for Financial Independence Retire Early. Michelle Martin finds out how from  Loh Shurn Lin, Independent Consultant & F.I.R.E. Mentor . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin notes three companies in very different sectors that are appealing to investors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.