READ: Living the Asian Century, with Kishore Mahbubani
Do Singaporeans have a strong sense of pride in our founding personalities? Kishore Mahbubani tells Michelle Martin why he thinks Singaporeans are disconnected from the movers and shakers of our history, and that this is worrying. How could his memoir bridge this disconnect? Why was he taken to task by Lee Kuan Yew? Is the noted diplomat's own success replicable in today's Singapore? How does he think Asia can respond to a US that is redefining its place in the world order? Join Michelle Martin as she speaks with one of Singapore’s most respected thinkers -Professor Kishore Mahbubani. Mahbubani’s message is clear: Asia’s moment is here - are you ready?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2 Apr 202526min
Money and Me: Retrenchment-Proof Your Finances
Join Michelle Martin on Money and Me, hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Shen Hao, Financial Services Manager at PhillipCapital. Retrenchments ticked up in Q4 2024 even as annual numbers declined—reminding us that job security remains fragile. Shen Hao shares practical, real-world strategies to future-proof your finances and build resilience through emergency funds, portfolio diversification, and contingency planning. He breaks down how much you really need to save, whether to pause investments, and how to juggle short-term needs with long-term goals. Gain tools from his financial literacy courses and hear how his team guides over 500 families through turbulent times. If you’re a mid-career professional with financial obligations, this episode is packed with actionable insights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2 Apr 202521min
Market View : The MAGA trade stock that is 2200 % up, which stocks could manage the tariff threat best?
Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed as investors brace for a new wave of US tariffs.MIchelle Martin and Ryan Huang discuss Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs and their impact on Ferrari, GM, and consumer brands. JPMorgan’s ‘Trade War’ stock picks, big moves by Keppel and KIT, and Intel’s restructuring also make headlines. Plus, Xiaomi’s EV crisis, a huge debut for Newsmax, and a literary win for Suzanne Collins wrap the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2 Apr 202524min
Money and Me: How Winning Traders Think
Hosted by Michelle Martin with Christopher Forbes, Head of Asia at CMC Markets, we dive into the psychology of successful traders, from mindset and emotional intelligence to risk perception across age groups. Explore insights from CMC's 2025 research, including trading behaviours, diversification trends, and the rise of growth investing. Find out how top traders manage risk, avoid emotional pitfalls, and why personality may matter more than strategy. Plus - get started on actionable takeaways to help you refine your own trading approach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Apr 202522min
Market View: US Stock markets worst slump in years, CK Hutchinson shares fall , who is buying the Chinese consumer recovery? Why has Musk sold X?
Join Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang, this episode delves into the Straits Times Index's historic breach of the 4,000 mark and the standout performance of ST Engineering. The discussion also covers CK Hutchison's strategic moves amidst US-China tensions and JP Morgan's spotlight on Chinese consumer stocks like Anta Sports and Mengniu. Additionally, we explore Elon Musk's latest ventures, including the sale of his social media platform X.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Apr 202526min
Market View: Sinar Mas Land delists, another cinema complex closes, special dividends and Singpost, CK Hutchison, GameStop, Microsoft, Lululemon, Tencent, Ubisoft, DFI Retail, Jardine Matheson, Mapletree PanAsia, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding.
Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, today’s Market View dives into delisting moves from Sinar Mas Land and Paragon REIT, and what it means for the Singapore Exchange. Hear why Filmgarde and Cathay Cineplexes are shutting down, and how SingPost’s billion-dollar Aussie divestment could lead to a special dividend. We weigh up CK Hutchison and Berkshire Hathaway’s big cash positions, GameStop’s Bitcoin gamble, and Tencent’s billion-dollar bet on Ubisoft. Plus, Microsoft’s data centre cuts, Lululemon’s stumble, and local movers like DFI Retail, Jardine Matheson, and Yangzijiang Shipbuilding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28 Mar 202524min
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 Mar 202523min
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 Mar 202525min
