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Join Michelle Martin on Money and Me as she dives into the evolving world of diversification with Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend. With US stock markets facing uncertainty and traditional diversification tools like bonds losing effectiveness, investors need smarter strategies. Is the classic 60/40 portfolio still relevant? What alternative assets should investors consider? And how can you truly protect your wealth in today’s volatile market? Tune in as we break down practical, risk-managed approaches to diversification in the tech-driven era.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 Maalis 202520min

Heard of Crackerjack? As AI continues to develop, there are a clutch of core skills that will keep human's ahead. Michelle Martin meets Sunita Venkataraman and Faeza Sirajudin, co-founders of Crackerjack to find out what those skills are and how parents can help their child acquire them. Pass this episode on to a parent who needs help managing their kid's screen time vs quality time IRL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Maalis 202525min

What are the warning signals of a US recession? Michelle Martin sits down with Swapnil Mishra, author of Investing for the Clueless, Reckless and Overly Cautious, to decode the latest market signals. With consumer sentiment plunging and manufacturing faltering, are U.S. stocks on shaky ground? Could Trump’s tariffs push the economy into recession? They break down banking risks, Tesla’s worst drop in five years, and why analysts are flashing caution on Apple. Plus, where smart money is moving in a high-risk environment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Maalis 202524min

Is Warren Buffett making his boldest Japan bet yet? Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin. Berkshire Hathaway ups stakes in Japan’s sogo shosha while trimming Apple and Bank of America. Intel’s new CEO makes a $25M bet on the company, Alphabet eyes a record-breaking cloud acquisition, and BYD unveils ultra-fast EV charging. ComfortDelGro tests robo-taxis, Creative Technology cuts jobs, and Sembcorp weighs restructuring. Plus, Sea Limited’s Forrest Li makes a surprising move—into Singapore football leadership!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Maalis 202512min

Join Michelle Martin on Money and Me as she explores the recent surge in Singapore REITs, with the SREIT Index jumping 5.5% last week. Join Michelle and her guest Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist, as they discuss whether lower US Treasury yields, cooling fixed deposit rates, and SGX’s $5B stock package signal a long-awaited S-REIT turnaround. Will investors shift to REITs for better yields? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 Maalis 20259min

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets are trading higher, led by gains in Seoul, Tokyo, and Sydney, as China moves to boost consumption. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode delves into major director deals and institutional trades, highlighting Digital Core REIT, Hong Leong Asia, DBS, and OCBC. Wall Street rallies, but volatility remains as Nvidia, Tesla, Walmart, ExxonMobil, and Procter & Gamble face investor scrutiny. PepsiCo eyes a $1.5B acquisition, while SATS expands in Vietnam and Sembcorp stumbles. Plus, why Gen Z is turning to analog tech - Polaroids, vinyl, and cassette players!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 Maalis 202514min

Welcome to Influence, the podcast that explores the intersection of power, purpose, and personal growth. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode honors International Women’s Day with Irish Ambassador to Singapore, Sarah McGrath. From navigating diplomacy to tackling the DEI backlash, she shares insights on women in leadership and workplace power dynamics. How can women build influence, form alliances, and break barriers? How can senior leaders shape work culture for equity? Plus, a look at European tariffs, investing in Ireland and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Maalis 20257min

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks the S&P 500’s correction and gold's historic rise past $3,000. What’s next for gold miners and the VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX)? The tech sector takes a hit, with Adobe down 14% amid AI competition. Ulta Beauty soars after strong earnings, while SingPost shareholders vote for a billion-dollar sale. Plus, Alibaba’s AI claims to read emotions—what does this mean for the future?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Maalis 202521min