Money and Me: Which of the 3  Singapore Banks is a future thriver?

A potential $1.8 billion REIT listing is creating waves — is Centurion’s spin-off a game-changer? NTT DC REIT’s debut draws 10x oversubscription, but did it deliver post-listing? Michelle unpacks earnings momentum in the US: Netflix, JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, Seagate, and Progressive. What does a stronger Sing dollar mean for your wallet? Plus, STI hits a new high with movers like DFI Retail, UOL, and Venture Corp. Hosted by Michelle Martin Companies Mentioned Include: Centurion, NTT DC REIT, Netflix, Seagate Technology, Progressive, DFI Retail & Wilmar International.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15 Heinä 7min

Private home sales plunge, prices stagnate—yet one new launch has had a warm reception. Singapore’s property market cools in Q2 2025, with private home sales down over 66%. HDB resale price growth slows while new supply looms from MND. Yet CapitaLand’s LyndenWoods defies the downturn with a near sell-out launch. Ivan Cai, CEO of Crestbrick, joins Michelle Martin to decode what it all means for investors. Will interest rates, new stamp duties, and cooling measures shake up the second half of 2025? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode uncovers key strategies for buyers, sellers, and landlords.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Heinä 17min

Singapore’s Q2 growth surprises—so why is momentum fading? Michelle Martin unpacks OCBC’s leadership shift, NTT DC REIT’s hot listing, and FedEx’s robot deliveries. Kraft Heinz considers a mega spinoff, Grab takes a downgrade, and Creative warns of losses. Plus, how Trump’s tariff shockwaves may reshape global trade deals with Europe and Mexico. The STI flirts with the 4,100 mark—how are SingTel and Yangzijiang faring? Hosted by Michelle Martin Companies Mentioned include:OCBC, DBS, UOB, Great Eastern, NTT, BlackRock, Fidelity, FedEx, Mapletree Industrial Trust, JPMorgan, Citigroup, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Heinä 15min

Are retail investors outmaneuvering the pros in Trump’s trade war? Inflation expectations are cooling — but is it really a green light for markets? IBM lays off 8,000 with AI, yet is growing headcount. What gives? Michelle Martin dives deep into how AI is reshaping the workforce and what this means for investors. She also unpacks market reactions to Trump’s new tariffs with Arun Pai of Monk’s Hill Ventures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Heinä 25min

A record-breaking run for Temasek, copper prices soar on Trump’s tariffs, and Netflix bets big on anime. What does Temasek’s strategy tell us about smart investing? Will copper’s surge reshape global supply chains? And is NTT DC REIT Singapore’s next hot listing? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang break it all down. Companies featured include Temasek, DBS, SingTel, Freeport-McMoRan, Southern Copper, NTT, GIC, BlackRock, Fidelity, Nvidia, Meta, Merck, IHH Healthcare, SGX, UOL, and Netflix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Heinä 25min

Could burnout be closer than you think — even if you're just feeling “a little off”? Join Michelle Martin in conversation with psychologist Haja Navaz of Sparkz Counselling as they unpack the nuances of burnout — from early signs to full-blown exhaustion. Explore why some people remain resilient amid chaos, and how support systems, mindset, and lifestyle habits play critical roles. They dive into family-induced burnout, caregiving challenges, and how social media can either heal or harm. Whether you’re facing burnout or supporting someone who is, this episode is for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Heinä 17min

Take a closer look at a fixed income fund trusted by Singaporeans — with 90% of its investors based in Singapore. What if fixed income isn’t just a defensive play — but a smart way to grow your wealth? Michelle Martin sits down with Kylie Soh of Fullerton Fund Management to explore why short-to-medium-term rate strategies are gaining traction in today’s uncertain markets. They break down the myths younger investors have about bonds, examine the appeal of the Fullerton Short Term Interest Rate Fund, and spotlight what active management brings to the table.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Heinä 26min

What if Prime Day beats Black Friday in sales for the first time ever? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang explore Amazon’s bold 4-day shopping bonanza and how it's changing the e-commerce playbook. They unpack IBM’s Power11 AI chips, and the tech giant’s strategic reboot. Tune in for a sharp take on WeightWatchers, Shein, Grab, and local movers like SGX and ST Engineering. Companies featured: Amazon, IBM, Target, Walmart, Best Buy, WeightWatchers, Shein, Grab, Great Eastern, Temasek’s Mapletree Investments, SGX, ST Engineering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Heinä 24min