Money and Me

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...

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 invites Nirgunan Tiruchelvam from Aletheia Capital , to discuss SEA Limited's current challenges. Nirgunan reiterates his sell call on SEA Limited, citing alarming increases in operating expenses in the e-commerce segment. He discusses the competitive threats from TikTok, Temu, and Shein, and the impact of the TikTok-GoTo tie-up on SEA Limited's market share. Explore the decline in...

Michelle Martin invites Hayley Haupt, Partner and APAC Wealth Management Lead at Capco to discuss how wealth management is meeting current preferences for AI. Hayley shares insights from a recent Capco survey and we learn about which critical demographics are comfortable with AI-guided wealth management decisions. Explore how progressive wealth advisors are adapting to changing consumer preference...

Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Arun Pai from Monk’s Hill Ventures . Explore Nvidia's staggering influence on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, analyzing its impact on the broader market and the sustainability of its explosive growth. Delve into the Japanese yen's persistent decline despite potential government intervention and its global market implications. Lastly, unpack the upcoming French elec...

Simone Heng knows what it's like to live in a city of millions of people but find yourself alone. In fact she left an enviable career and social life to move back to her family home to be a caregiver for her mother, only to be faced with the realisation that human connection is one of our most essential needs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Environment Agency has warned of a surge in cases of dengue in coming months. In fact, the number of cases reported so far this year is far exceeding those reported in 2018 and 2017! With that in mind, how are biotech companies positioned to address this crisis at hand? And where can investors find attractive opportunities within this growing landscape? Michelle Martin invites  Dr Dav...

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode features Ken Wong, Head of Data Science for Asia Pacific at Visa . Discover the top travel destinations in the APAC region and the current state of tourism. Ken delves into emerging spending trends and highlights sectors and countries with increased consumer spending. Explore the impact of contactless payments on tourism and the drivers of consumer behavior....

Michelle Martin hosts Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment at Providend , to discuss the European Central Bank's recent rate cut to 3.75% and the implications for investors. The conversation shifts to Nvidia's market dominance; if NVIDIA stumbles how hard could markets fall? The historical perspective may surprise you! The both discuss navigating credit spreads and what investors need to know to c...

Hosted by Michelle Martin with her guest Jackson Ng, COO of Azimut . In today's digital world, cyber threats and data privacy concerns are on the rise, with global cybercrime costs expected to reach $23.84 trillion by 2027. We explore the current cybersecurity landscape, emerging trends, and the evolving nature of cyber threats. Discover why cybersecurity is becoming a strategic priority and how i...

Join Michelle Martin and her guest Tim Phillips, Founder of TimTalksMoney.com for a deep-dive into how to build an optimally diversified ETF portfolio. Also, explore a host of ETF's including the Vanguard Emerging Markets Government Bond ETF. Dive into strategies for diversifying your ETF portfolio without overdoing it. And what is the key difference investing in US ETF's vs a UCIT's ETF that matt...

Michelle Martin and guest Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend , delve into the intricacies of CPF LIFE. Discover how CPF LIFE works, and learn strategies to maximize payouts. Explore the risks retirees face and how to mitigate them so your silver years are comfortable. Compare CPF LIFE with other annuities, and get the checklist on how to decide on the best CPF LIFE plan for your needs. Whether it's...

In Singapore, authorities have advised people not to touch or feed wild birds as a precaution against Avian Flu or H5N1. There have been no cases here so far. Australia however, has reported its first human case of avian influenza. It was the first instance of detection of the H5N1 strain in a person or animal in the country. The child who was severely unwell has since made a full recovery. To dat...

In today's episode of "Money and Me," with Michelle Martin, we delve into the evolving landscape of the utilities sector amid soaring AI-driven energy demand. Swapnil Mishra, Founder of WealthZen joins the discussion - how is the surge in AI data centers transforming electricity consumption and what does this mean for utility investors? Discover the potential of a simple ETF said to be able to tur...

Amid the faltering confidence in China's market today, who is still buying China's equities and why? Beneath the tumultuous economic struggles, are there attractive opportunities to be found? Michelle Martin invites Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan to unravel the state of China's economy, how he values Chinese equities today, and 3 stock ideas that you might want to consider as part of your in...

Michelle Martin invites  Prateek Sanghi, SVP & Head of Visa Consulting & Analytics for Asia Pacific to give listeners an inside view of how Visa is innovating with AI, and driving AI adoption through partnerships. Both also discuss Asia Pacific's AI adoption and which regions seem to be ahead in the AI race. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we delve into the outlook for Mapletree REITs amid challenging market conditions and leadership changes. We discuss the recent performance of Mapletree Logistics Trust and Mapletree Panasia Commercial Trust, investors' punishing responses and recent leadership changes.  Michelle and her guest Kenny Loh also examine the implications of Mapletree Anson's $775 million sale by MPACT. Then we tr...

You don't have to pay to list to sell your flat and you can do so without an agent which means you could save on the agent's commission. What do you need to know as a buyer and seller about making the HDB resale flat work for you, whether you'd like to get the best possible price for your flat or get your hands on your dream resale HDB apartment at a price that is fair. How are prices set? How is...

Broaden your mind! You have a lot more than you think when it comes to wealth transfer. Don't forget that overseas brokerage account needs to liquidated? Then there are the issues of pets and perhaps that precious record collection. Ultimately wealth transfer is about your legacy, who do you want to benefit and why? Michelle Martin finds out more about wealth transfers with Elijah Lee, Senior Fina...

Now that the SEC has paved the way for applications from various exchanges to list eight different ether funds, what does this mean for Eth and the wider crypto market? Does this mark a change in sentiment from regulators? What is the relationship between Bitcoin and Eth? Now that we are a month in, what can we learn about how Bitcoin ETF's have impacted the last Bitcoin halving cycle? Michelle Ma...

Hosted by Michelle Martin with Jackson Ng, COO of Azimut Investment Management , this episode explores Jackson's personal investment journey and philosophy. Learn how to navigate the myriad of asset classes, identify investment opportunities, and recognize potential new trends. If you think you've missed the boat for NVIDIA, what can you do? Jackson offers practical advice for both novice and seas...

Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Arun Pai from the Investments team at Monk’s Hill Ventures , this episode explores Nvidia's recent stock split announcement and its implications for investors. They also delve into the "Hindenburg Omen" and debate its validity as a potential signal of a US market crash. The discussion shifts to the lackluster performance of Singapore's tech stocks amidst the gl...

Michelle Martin invites Dhruv Arora, Founder and CEO of Syfe to weigh in on evolving attitudes of Singaporeans towards investing amidst economic changes. They discuss the intersection of high living costs, inflation and investing. Learn about the most popular investment products on Syfe and shifts in investor interests. Dhruv shares his investment journey, key lessons, and philosophy. Discover are...

Is Cardano a better investment than Ethereum? Today on Money and Me, Michelle Martin speaks to Nikhil Joshi, Chief Operating Officer, EMURGO  to find out how his company is contributing to the Cardano ecosystem and how defi will change the future of finance and banking.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the outlook of India's economic growth for 2024? Which sectors of the Indian market offer the best investment opportunities today? Michelle Martin invites James Ooi, Market Strategist, Tiger Brokers  to find out the strategies you need to invest in India's booming market today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.