
Money and Me: The made in Singapore start-up using AI, face and vocal scans to detect mental wellness issues
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 frontline support for mental health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28 Maalis 23min

Market View: US tariffs impact on carmakers and chipmakers. How high can Pop Mart go? Mixue earnings and GameStop is doing what to go in on Bitcoins?
Asia-Pacific markets are trending lower this morning, following Wall Street's slump. Hosted by Michelle Martin who speaks with Ryan Huang, both dive into Trump’s new auto tariffs and their impact on Tesla, GM, Ford, and Nissan. They examine US-China tensions and how they’re weighing on Nvidia, Intel, and AMD. Plus, why Pop Mart, Mixue, GameStop, Alibaba, BYD, Grab, DBS, Digital Core Reit, and SGX are making headlines. And in the Last Word - what’s next for Big Bird as Sesame Workshop faces layoffs?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Maalis 25min

Money and Me: Could US Steel Tariffs be good for APAC?
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 value-add strategies may outperform new builds in this environment. Plus, is the U.S. still the prime market - or is it time for real estate investors to look beyond it? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Maalis 18min

Money and Me: The Inflation Fighter Bond and The AI-fueled comeback story of MSFT
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 turns to Microsoft – is the recent selloff an opportunity? Jefferies thinks so, citing AI-driven growth and a derisked valuation. Tune in for insights into navigating inflation, stagflation, and tech-investing in today's markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26 Maalis 25min

Market View: SAP, Novo Nordisk, LVMH, GameStop, MicroStrategy, Bitcoin, Chagee, DFI Retail, Frasers Centrepoint Trust, OUE, Filmgarde, Super Hi, SGX, Yangzijiang, DBS, Venture Corp, ThaiBev, Napster
Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets are trading in the green this morning, amid hopes of lighter Trump tariffs. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, the duo discusses SAP’s ascent over Novo Nordisk and LVMH, GameStop’s Bitcoin pivot, and Chagee’s U.S. listing. They dive into DFI Retail’s supermarket selloff, Frasers Centrepoint Trust’s big mall move, and OUE’s new Changi Airport hotel. Plus, the STI’s fresh high, and Napster’s $200 million metaverse comeback!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26 Maalis 24min

Money and Me: How to Get into Medical School - The First Crucial Steps
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 Dr. Dexter Sim, Medical Doctor with the UK NHS and Senior Medical School Admissions Consultant at Crimson Education. Hear how Dr. Sim’s time at Raffles Institution and skipping the O-Levels influenced his journey. A-Levels or IB? Which makes sense for your medical school prep? Also hear personal reflections on stress management needed for the long road to becoming a medical doctor. This is a great episode to share with a young person who you think has what it takes to get into med school.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25 Maalis 24min

Market View: DFI Retail, Macrovalue, Tesla, BYD, CK Hutchison, Xiaomi, Keppel DC REIT, ESR REIT, 23andMe, CapitaLand, Jardine Matheson, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, Disney
Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets trade higher following Wall Street's rally overnight. Hosted by Michelle Martin who speaks with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks DFI Retail’s $125M supermarket exit to Macrovalue, BYD’s EV surge past Tesla, and Xiaomi’s $5.5B fundraise. They also explore CK Hutchison’s strategic moves, 23andMe’s bankruptcy, and the latest from REITs like Keppel DC and ESR. Plus, a check-in on the STI, Disney’s controversial Snow White remake, and more market movers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25 Maalis 24min

Market View: Hosen Group, Audience Analytics, Stoneweg European REIT, OCBC, CoreWeave, Nvidia, Microsoft, OpenAI, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Meituan, Singapore Airlines, BYD, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, Sembcorp Industries, ST Engineering, Meta
Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! This episode dives into director deals at Hosen Group, Audience Analytics, and Stoneweg European REIT. Michelle and Ryan explore CoreWeave’s high-stakes IPO drama with Nvidia, Microsoft, and OpenAI in the mix. Boeing soars on a $20B defense win over Lockheed, and Meituan, SIA, and Yangzijiang also post gains. Plus, a fiery look at Meta’s battle to block the tell-all memoir Careless People. Hosted by Michelle Martin who speaks with Ryan Huang,See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Maalis 26min