Money and Me : It's "bonus" time! How are the money-smart using their ang pow money?
You can already smell and feel those crisp bank notes, now what should you do with the money? Michelle Martin, explores why ang pows have become a tradition and what the meaning behind the tradition can teach us about giving and receiving today with her guest, Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend. Tune in for actionable advice to start 2025 well and with your ang pow money working for you and your loved ones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Tammi 202518min
Market View: Suntec REIT, Mapletree Pan Asia Commercial Trust, OUE REIT, Starhill Global REIT, American Airlines, GE Aerospace, SK Hynix, LVMH
Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into Asia-Pacific REITs including Suntec REIT, Mapletree Pan Asia Commercial Trust, OUE REIT, and Starhill Global REIT, analyzing their performance and distribution trends. The duo discusses U.S. market highs, cryptocurrency strategies, and interest rate dynamics. They also spotlight American Airlines' earnings slump, GE Aerospace's surprising gains, and SK Hynix’s record-breaking profits. Finally, discover the latest on LVMH’s crumbling Olympic medals and what it means for the luxury giant's reputation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Tammi 202523min
Money and Me: Is Quantum Computing Hype or Here? Trump’s Market Impact, and TikTok’s Future
Join Michelle Martin and guest Arun Pai from Monk’s Hill Ventures, as they discuss the evolving landscape of quantum computing from a VC investor perspective. What is Silicon Valley talking about in this arena? Michelle and Arun also discuss Trump’s return to power, examining its implications for SEA economies. They also cover the TikTok saga—will Elon Musk, Kevin O’Leary, or the U.S. government emerge as winners if ByteDance sells? Tune in for insights that connect technology, politics, and markets!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Tammi 202524min
Market View: Mapletree Industrial Trust, Frasers Centrepoint Trust, Netflix, TikTok, P&G, Apple, Nvidia, Electronic Arts, Ley Choon, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, and LVMH
Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into the latest updates on Mapletree Industrial Trust and Frasers Centrepoint Trust, covering REIT trends and retail prospects. Explore Wall Street's reaction to Netflix earnings and the StarGate AI project. Get insights on TikTok’s potential suitors, including Oracle, Elon Musk, and Kevin O’Leary. Discover why Apple, Nvidia, and Electronic Arts are making headlines, and check out Ley Choon’s upward trajectory. Plus, a look at LVMH's Olympic medal fiasco.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Tammi 202522min
Money and Me: MediShield Life Premiums Going Up? We've got you covered.
Join Michelle Martin on Money and Me as she dives into the upcoming changes to MediShield Life with Jake Lim, book author and Founder of Money Mindfulness Ltd. This episode unpacks the new claim limits, expanded coverage, and premium hikes set to roll out from April 2025. Jake shares insights into how these changes impact seniors, vulnerable groups, and policyholders with Integrated Shield Plans. Discover strategies for managing healthcare expenses amidst rising costs and learn how to align your financial portfolio with these updates. Gain clarity on making informed decisions about your insurance and financial planning in this evolving healthcare landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Tammi 202524min
Market View: Mapletree Logistics Trust, Sabana REIT, Netflix, Oracle, Redwire, Rocket Lab USA, Intuitive Machines, United Airlines, Charles Schwab, Adidas, New World Development, Johnson & Johnson, Sembcorp Industries, and LVMH
Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang,look into Asia-Pacific market gains and the latest on Singapore REITs, with Mapletree Logistics Trust and Sabana REIT painting contrasting earnings pictures. Discover the impact of Trump-era policies on space-related stocks like Redwire, Rocket Lab USA, and Intuitive Machines, as well as AI infrastructure giants Oracle, SoftBank, and Nvidia. Explore Netflix's record-breaking subscriptions, strong showings from United Airlines and Charles Schwab, and challenges for Hong Kong's New World Development. Finally, Ryan dissects LVMH’s PR woes over crumbling Olympic medals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Tammi 202523min
Money and Me: Gig Workers, CPF Changes, and Financial Planning
Heard of the landmark CPF changes for Singapore's gig workers? The law allows for legal protections in the areas of injury compensation and retirement benefits. It also includes CPF deductions starting January 2025. Explore strategies for money management amidst rising expense-to-income ratios, especially for platform workers with variable incomes. Uncover investment opportunities, from ETFs to dividend stocks, and how to balance short-term cash flow with long-term goals. Guest Daphne Tan, Head of Business Development, CMC Markets Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21 Tammi 202517min
Market View: TikTok, Costco, Seatrium, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, City Developments, Dayao, and Hong Kong Land
Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode explores Asia-Pacific markets' bullish momentum, led by Sydney's ASX-200 and Seoul's KOSPI. Dive into Donald Trump's sweeping executive orders, their market implications, and the US-China tariff saga. Discover TikTok's role at Trump's inauguration, Xiaohongshu's market impact, and Chinese stocks like Hangzhou Onechance Tech and Yantai China Pet Foods. Analyze Singapore’s marine stocks, CDL's New Zealand deal, and the Hong Kong IPO of soda maker Dayao. Plus, insights on Costco, the Straits Times Index, and Japanese author Uketsu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21 Tammi 202521min
