Influence: In Conversation with Mattia Asti of Getronics

Should you buy where the locals live when thinking about buying overseas property investment? Zero tax, double-digit yields and glossy brochures - but is overseas property really the opportunity Singapore investors think it is? On Money and Me, Michelle Martin speaks with Daniel Sim, Founder of Golden Goose Properties, about what Singaporeans truly need to know before buying property overseas. They unpack global sentiment heading into 2026, how strong SGD shifts the equation, and what realistic capital commitments look like beyond marketing headlines. From Dubai’s growth story to Japan’s cash-flow appeal, and the tax-heavy realities of the US , this episode breaks down opportunity versus illusion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Des 33min

Wall Street hits record highs - but one AI stock just triggered a brutal reality check. US markets rally even as fears of an AI bubble intensify, after Oracle plunges on weak earnings and heavy debt taken on to fund its AI ambitions. Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang unpack why Oracle’s so-called “Code Red” moment has investors questioning the sustainability of AI infrastructure spending, especially with OpenAI as a key client. They also turn to Broadcom, where booming AI chip sales fail to lift the stock, raising fresh questions about valuation, expectations and sentiment. Back home, DBS turns bullish on Singapore developers, lifting targets for CDL, UOL and GuocoLand - but are the buy calls justified? In UP or DOWN, fists fly at PDD during a China audit, Hongkong Land and Keppel REIT reshuffle MBFC, Seatrium lands a major green-energy contract, and noodle maker Leong Guan debuts strong. Plus, Disney’s billion-dollar bet on OpenAI sparks a lighter question on which iconic characters could soon come alive in AI - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Des 18min

We attend to your health insurance wallet today. New IP rider rules mean deductibles are no longer covered and annual co-payments double to S$6,000. Premiums may fall by about 30 percent - but smaller procedures could now hit your cash flow harder.We break down who benefits, who loses, and how these changes affect younger adults, retirees and those with chronic conditions. Through case studies, we examine whether to stay on old riders or switch to the new regime. Expert guidance with guest Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend, hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Des 21min

Walmart ditches Wall Street tradition and makes a surprise leap into tech territory. Walmart shifts its stock listing from the NYSE to the Nasdaq as it deepens its push into AI, automation and e-commerce. We explore how ultra-pure water companies are quietly becoming critical players in the global chip supply chain alongside names like Nvidia. Markets brace for the Federal Reserve’s next rate move as investors weigh inflation, growth and the outlook for 2026. In UP or DOWN, we size up Spotify vs YouTube, Jardine Matheson’s Mandarin Oriental move, YZJ Maritime, Centurion REIT and LMIRT’s rights issue. All this and more, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Des 23min

From April 2026, new Integrated Shield Plan riders will no longer cover deductibles, and your annual out-of-pocket cap doubles to S$6,000 under the latest Ministry of Health overhaul. Premiums are expected to drop by about 30%, as policymakers push patients to shoulder more costs to cool the runaway private healthcare inflation. We break down what’s changing, what stays, and how to plan your medical sinking fund with Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager at Phillip Securities - all hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Des 24min

Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed as Wall Street pulls back, with Seoul, Sydney and Tokyo all in the red to start the session. A blockbuster corporate battle dominates headlines as Paramount launches a hostile bid to challenge Netflix’s US$72 billion offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, sending shares of Paramount, Netflix and WBD sharply higher and lower in different directions. Nvidia lands a major geopolitical and commercial win after the Trump administration clears sales of its H200 chip to China - with the US government taking a 25% cut of revenues. In UP or DOWN, we break down Stellantis’ tiny car ambitions, IBM’s US$11 billion acquisition of Confluent, Ares’ surge into the S&P 500, Genting Singapore’s Moody’s downgrade, and Sembcorp’s talks to acquire Australia’s Alinta Energy. Back home, the STI slips as DFI Retail leads declines while Venture Corp and ST Engineering edge higher. We wrap with Hollywood box office fireworks as Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 smashes December records - all hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Des 22min

Is the next big move in U.S. markets a continuation of the rally - or the setup for a sharp reckoning? Simon Ree, Founder of Tao of Trading, shares his base case for 2026. We unpack what the options market is signaling about an imminent Fed rate cut, and why interest rates still matter for risk assets. From the AI investment boom and earnings resilience to megacap dominance, Simon explains what’s structural versus what’s becoming a crowded trade. We also drill into key risks - from stretched valuations and weak market breadth to capex-heavy Big Tech and tariff shocks. A clear 2026 playbook for everyday investors - hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 Des 14min

A $72 billion streaming shockwave just jolted Hollywood, Washington and global markets. Netflix moves to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, swallowing DC, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones and Looney Tunes in the biggest deal of its history. We unpack what this means for consumers, bundling, cinema releases, and why regulators under the Trump administration are circling the deal. Apple faces its biggest leadership shake-up in decades - AI, design, legal and chip talent all in play—raising fresh questions about its innovation engine. Markets grind higher as attention turns to Jerome Powell, U.S. rates, S-REIT momentum, and the latest UP or DOWN calls on Moore Threads, Meta, Carvana and UltraGreen.ai. All this, plus a Gen-Z box-office shocker from Five Nights at Freddy’s - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 Des 25min