Money and Me

What are tactical wealth moves to make from right here in Singapore amidst all this volatility? Investor hopes were dashed as the U.S. walked back on tariff cuts — sending Asian markets into a slide. Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend. They unpack what Trump’s trade policies mean for markets and investor psychology. From JD.com’s 6.2% drop to U...

Want to build wealth like the rich? Start by thinking like them. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode dives deep into how Singapore’s millionaires grow, protect, and sustain their fortunes. Michelle speaks with Liu Chunyen, Chief Investment Officer of AIA Singapore, who shares  the core money habits of the wealthy, from disciplined goal-setting to resilient investing. Learn how to av...

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores how businesses can redefine prosperity by putting nature on the balance sheet. André Hoffmann, Vice-Chairman of Roche and author of The New Nature of Business , discusses how his father’s conservation legacy shaped his leadership. Learn why he believes the traditional “profit-first” model is broken and how values-based capit...

Start your day understanding a historic courtroom drama that could shake up Big Tech. Join Michelle Martin on Money and Me , where we unpack Google’s antitrust battle and what it means for search, smartphones, and stock prices.  This episode also dives into why the U.S. dollar is weakening, Trump’s attacks on the Fed, and what that spells for markets. We explore why traders are sh...

Is the Fed Chair on the chopping block? And what happens to markets if the dollar tanks? Join Michelle Martin on her tour of market volatility in this high-stakes episode of  Money and Me , hosted by Michelle Martin. She speaks with Simon Ree, Founder of Tao of Trading, about what’s spooking investors—from Trump’s threats to fire Jerome Powell, to fears of stagflation and a...

Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Swapnil Mishra, author of  Investing for the Clueless, Reckless and Overly Cautious . Gold is soaring past records, Bitcoin is surging—and Chinese insurers and central banks are piling in. We unpack how gold's rise, and US-China tensions are reshaping safe haven strategies. What does China selling U.S. debt really mean—and could it send shockwa...

How long will your money last—if you live to 95? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores the rising importance of wealthspan —the length of time your financial resources can sustain your lifestyle. Stephen Davies, CEO of Javelin Wealth Management, joins the conversation to discuss why the next generation is rethinking retirement, turning to financial coaching, and building res...

What do a Hong Kong drama and Gen Z traders have in common? They all feature in today’s whirlwind of investing insight. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode spotlights Ian Leong, Singapore CEO of Tiger Brokers, as he unveils the Tiger L.E.A.P. Programme—a bold bid to future-proof brokerage talent. Discover why Ian still believes in remisiers, and his personal path from drama-inspire...

Is buy-and-hold still the golden rule - or is it time to rethink the playbook? Join Michelle Martin as she unpacks Trump’s stop-start tariff shocks and what they mean for SNP 500 ETF investors Michelle invites Tim Phillips, Founder of TimTalksMoney to discuss whether S&P 500 ETFs still hold strong in a volatile, retaliatory trade war landscape. Hear insights on global diversification, se...

How are EC's the HDB and the office market possibly impacted by frenzied of tariff tremors?. Guest: Ivan Cai, Co-founder, I Quadrant shares his take with Michelle Martin. From Trump-era tariffs to interest rate cuts, Michelle and Ivan unpack how global headwinds are shaping local property trends. They dive into the explosive success of Aurelle @ Tampines EC launch — and what it signals about...

With Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba pleading for tariff relief and Warren Buffett still betting big, is Japan signaling deep value - or deeper trouble? Japan’s stock market is in turmoil - but could this still be a good time to hunt for Japanese companies that could be dividend gems? Fresh off a investor roadshow trip to Japan, Willie Keng, Founder of Dividend Titan, shares on-the-ground inve...

How have S-Reit's fared amist the global market turmoil? We saw this during COVID — a sharp drop followed by a V-shaped recovery in S-REITs,” says REIT specialist Kenny Loh. What are investors on the search for yield doing? As markets step back from the cliff edge following Trump’s tariff pause, are Singapore REITs on the cusp of another rebound — or is volatility here to s...

Singapore banks are slashing rates on their flagship savings accounts — should you stick, switch, or invest? The VIX fear gauge is spiking, but fear isn't a strategy. Michelle Martin dives into what rate cuts signal for your portfolio and how to respond smartly. Ray Dalio's iconic All-Weather Portfolio is now ETF-accessible - is it built for today's turbulence? Get expert insight on cash str...

What kind of homes remain resilient in unprecedented challenging times? How could unemployment impact rental yields in the UK, Singapore, and beyond? Where is there demand for smaller homes and social housing? If you're a global investor wondering where in this sea of uncertainty to park your money (and sleeping well at night with an eye to rental yields is important to you) this show is for you....

Prompted by her own painful experience of a family left with considerable wealth but without forethought of legacy planning, Sissi Goh is on a mission. Hosted by Michelle Martin finds out how the Singaporean legacy planner and author of  Wealth Management Isn’t Just for the Rich brings new perspectives and why she believes legacy planning is not about money but values. Discover why lega...

Join Michelle Martin on  Money and Me , hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Dr. Anser Aftab, the Principal Program Director for Wealth Management Institute’s Dalio Market Principles Program. As volatility rocks global markets and U.S. recession fears grow, investors are asking: what really matters? Dr. Aftab, formerly of Bridgewater Associates, unpacks Ray Dalio’s macro principle...

Join Michelle Martin on  Money and Me , hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Shen Hao, Financial Services Manager at PhillipCapital. Retrenchments ticked up in Q4 2024 even as annual numbers declined—reminding us that job security remains fragile. Shen Hao shares practical, real-world strategies to future-proof your finances and build resilience through emergency funds, portfolio divers...

Hosted by Michelle Martin with Christopher Forbes, Head of Asia at CMC Markets, we dive into the psychology of successful traders, from mindset and emotional intelligence to risk perception across age groups. Explore insights from CMC's 2025 research, including trading behaviours, diversification trends, and the rise of growth investing. Find out how top traders manage risk, avoid emotional p...

If technology like this existed when this founder was growing up, it could have saved her mother. Driven by a personal quest CEO of Universal Health Clara Chen shares how a chance discovery at Harvard led to the creation of W3LL booths, now live at Esplanade MRT, how her start-up is pioneering early detection, community health, and what impact investors need to know if they want to help shift fron...

Join Michelle Martin on  Money and Me ,today with guest Keith Ong, CEO of RealVantage. Steel and aluminum tariffs are back, and they could reshape the U.S. real estate investment landscape. What do higher metal prices mean for construction timelines, margins, and investor strategies? Keith unpacks where the risks and opportunities lie amid cost pressures and policy shifts. We explore whether...

At a corner of the bond market lies a niche instrument that allows for both your principal and coupons to move upwards  with  the Consumer Price Index. Michelle Martin and Willie Keng, Founder of Dividend Titan. dive into Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) – why are ultra-long TIPS looking attractive amid potential Fed rate cuts? The conversation then tur...

Do you really need to be brilliant at maths and science in Primary School or is another foundational skill more important? What do those assessing medical school applications really look out for and how can you reverse engineer these expectations as far back as steps to take in primary school?  Michelle Martin goes on a deep dive into the early foundations of a medical career with guest...

HDB resale affordability is top of mind - are million-dollar flats the norm or the outliers? What could cash rich HDB upgraders move on to? What are your choices if you are looking at this moving picture of possibilities and want to buy or sell real estate today? Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Ivan Cai, CEO of Crestbrick, this episode dives into the public housing market's key trends and inv...

Singaporeans are investing, but earning just 0.4% returns. Are we risk averse? With fixed income rates coming down, what are the risk-averse likely to look at? Plus Michelle Martin and her guest Tim Phillips from timtalksmoney.com  discuss how investors could think through negative sentiment when it hits with Chocolate Finance and CDL as case studies. This episode is packed with takeaways for...

Join the lively chat between Michelle Martin and Arun Pai, Investments Team, Monk’s Hill Ventures. Is the US economy as strong as advertised, or is a recession looming under Trump?  Then, a deep dive into CK Hutchison’s controversial Panama Canal port sale to a BlackRock-led consortium. Does this shift give the US leverage over China’s trade routes? Plus, is China on the bri...