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Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks Singapore’s strongest economic performance in three years, with GDP growth of 4.4%. Seatrium surges on a major BP deal, while Crocs and Wendy’s post impressive earnings. Unilever's planned ice cream spin-off, Sony’s gaming boost, and Elon Musk’s dig at Iron Mountain also make headlines. Plus, Thai Bev’s rising beer sales and HPL’s latest moves. Tune in for the latest market insights and corporate updates!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Feb 202523min

How are ESG considerations transforming real estate investing? Join Michelle Martin as she explores the growing impact of sustainability on property investments. With ESG-linked loans dominating global lending and investors seeing stronger yields, the shift is undeniable. Keith Ong, co-founder and CEO of RealVantage, unpacks the numbers, risks, and opportunities in ESG-driven real estate. How do green-certified buildings translate to financial gains? Discover how sustainability is shaping property markets and the strategies to capitalize on this evolution. Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Feb 202515min

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific investors shrug off US concerns as buying sentiment lifts regional indices. Thomson Medical tumbles into the red despite rising revenue - what’s behind the losses? Alibaba surges on AI optimism and a partnership with Apple. SGX faces headwinds but outperforms. Plus, Ryan Huang weighs in on Restaurant Brands, Cisco, Intel, and Occidental Petroleum in our UP or DOWN segment. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Feb 202523min

Less than 500 square feet in size, over 80% of the new apartments were snapped up on their first day of sale. Why? Host Michelle Martin and Daniel Sim, Founder of Golden Goose Properties discuss when buying a newly built condo could fit your needs and when different strategies could work better. Capital appreciation, the mathematics behind considering if rental yield makes sense, most valuable player districts, and the opportunity costs involved in decision-making with property buys make it to this conversation on whether a newly built condo in Singapore today is worth your money.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Feb 202523min

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin as she unpacks Coca-Cola’s strong earnings, WK Kellogg’s mixed results, and the privatization offer for Paragon REIT. Discover how First REIT and Far East Hospitality Trust are navigating economic pressures, and why CATL’s IPO is making headlines. Plus, a look at BYD’s AI-driven growth, Tesla’s latest challenges, and key movements in the Straits Times Index.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Feb 202511min

Ever wished every time you spent, you were also investing? Host Michelle Martin explores a new robo-advisor with guest Kelvin Liew, Head of Wealth & Trading at Revolut. If you have no time for research or are new to investing, could an automated portfolio be the answer? Revolut, known for money transfers and multi-currency spending, has launched a Robo-Advisor in Singapore, offering a fully automated investing experience. How does it compare to competitors? What assets does it prioritize, and how does its 0.75% fee stack up? Discover how AI-driven investing is evolving and what investors should consider before signing up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Feb 202519min

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Michelle looks closer at the Straits Times Index which hit a record high. What was driving it's gains before profit-taking set in? McDonald's defies expectations with strong same-store sales, while Coca-Cola bets $7 billion on milk. Starbucks tweaks mobile orders to ease barista strain - will it boost in-store traffic? Plus, ThaiBev, PropNex, GuocoLand, and China’s latest policy shift that could send gold prices soaring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Feb 202511min

Singapore is expanding its list of recognized foreign medical schools, giving aspiring medical students more options to study abroad. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode features Dr. Dexter Sim, Medical Doctor with the UK’s NHS and Senior Medical School Admissions Consultant at Crimson Education. He breaks down the newly recognized institutions, the competitiveness of local versus overseas admissions, and the key differences in application processes. Learn how to ace entrance exams like the UCAT and BMAT, and hear real-world success stories from Singaporean students pursuing their medical dreams overseas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Feb 202524min