Market View: Alibaba Cuts SingPost Stake, Oracle’s Cloud Pop, Apple’s Big Reveal
Wall Street climbs to fresh record highs as investors cheer tech and retail momentum. Alibaba slashes its stake in SingPost by more than half, losing its status as a substantial shareholder -what does this mean for the local mail giant? Oracle shares rocket 27%, marking their best day since 1999, as cloud projections overshadow an earnings miss. Apple unveils the iPhone 17 Air, AirPods Pro 3, and Apple Watch Series 11 - are these incremental upgrades or game-changers for its ecosystem? Plus, a quick look at the STI as it slips below the 4,300 mark, dragged by Jardine Matheson. Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10 Sep 3min
Read: Swimming Downstream – How to Stop Wasting Money on Broken Marketing
Is traditional marketing facing an uphill swim? How much money have you lost in marketing that doesn’t work? Join Michelle Martin as she dives into Swimming Downstream by Judd Labarthe, a strategist who’s guided brands like Volkswagen, Mastercard, Nestlé, and Leica. Discover why he believes marketing is “broken,” driven by myth, opinion, and herd mentality - and how businesses can stop wasting money on tactics that don’t drive growth. Explore the evidence-based principles of winning new customers, building brand fame, and measuring true success. Judd also shares why CEOs - not just CMOs - must be part of the marketing conversation, and how AI could help or hurt the industry’s future. Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9 Sep 23min
Money and Me: Investing in Singapore's IPO Resurgence and you the investor
Singapore’s small- and mid-cap IPO market is roaring back, powered by MAS liquidity measures and a wave of fresh listings. Join us as Vincent Toe, Co-founder and MD of ICH Group, shares how anchor investors are reshaping IPO confidence and attracting cross-border capital. We explore Singapore’s growing role as a listing hub amid global shifts, the readiness of deep tech and AI for IPOs, and lessons from success stories like Lum Chang Creations and Info-Tech. Plus, insights for retail investors eager to ride this new growth wave. Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9 Sep 15min
Market View: Murdoch Succession, Cloud Winners & Asia’s Political Shakeups
Power struggles, cloud disruptors, and political shocks are moving markets. Hosted by Michelle Martin in this solo edition of Market View, dive into Lachlan Murdoch’s takeover of the Fox and News Corp empire, JPMorgan’s bullish call on a fast-growing cloud stock, and market reactions to leadership shifts in Japan and Indonesia. Hear why Nebius and Xpeng are gaining traction, while Cosco, Orient Overseas, and mm2 face headwinds. Plus, a check on the Straits Times Index, where Yangzijiang Shipbuilding outshines while SingTel lags. Insight-packed, forward-looking, and focused on what matters for your money today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9 Sep 12min
Money and Me : Where is Crypto adoption accelerating?
The 2025 Chainalysis Global Crypto Adoption Index shows APAC grew 69% year-over-year, adding nearly US$1 trillion in transaction volume. India, Vietnam, and Pakistan are driving grassroots adoption, while Singapore jumps into the top 20 globally when adjusted for population. Stablecoins are exploding in use cases. Meanwhile, Bitcoin remains the top fiat on-ramp. We break down the findings, U.S. policy shifts, and Asia’s regulatory edge with Chengyi Ong, Head of Policy APAC at Chainalysis. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores the opportunities and risks shaping the next wave of global crypto adoption.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Sep 20min
Market View: Invest Like Goldman Sachs – Stocks With Staying Power
Want to know which companies Goldman Sachs says have real staying power? Hosted by Michelle Martin we break down Goldman’s picks: Walmart, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, T-Mobile, Charles Schwab, and Porch Group. We also spotlight Singapore’s Fitness Champs IPO and what its U.S. debut means for Asian expansion. Plus, the Fed’s next move, Apple’s iPhone launch, earnings from Oracle, Adobe, and Kroger, and tariff decisions looming over tech stocks. In our UP or DOWN segment: Robinhood, Lululemon, Hyundai, and Tesla’s trillionaire ambitions all get the spotlightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Sep 17min
Influence: Lucas Lu, Head of Asia, Zoom on future proofing with AI in the region
A new Zoom study shows that while Singapore’s 18–24-year-olds value AI speed and efficiency, 92% still want the option of escalating to a human agent. What does this paradox reveal about the limits of AI in customer and workplace experiences? We unpack how brands can avoid loyalty killers and design seamless journeys that balance tech and empathy. The findings also raise important questions for leaders planning tech investments and multi-generational workforce training. Hosted by Michelle Martin featuring Lucas Lu, Head of Asia at Zoom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4 Sep 25min
Market View: Electric Cars and AI Stars
China’s EV market is on fire – but can Nio survive the heat of “involution”? Nio’s sales surge, but mounting losses raise questions about the sustainability of China’s EV frenzy, where rivals like BYD, Geely, and Xiaomi fight for dominance. Meanwhile, Morgan Stanley sees long-term winners despite Beijing’s call to tame competition. Across the Pacific, AI dominates earnings with Salesforce, Figma, and Hewlett-Packard Enterprise all under investor scrutiny. Plus, we size up UP or DOWN moves in Campbell’s, Macy’s, CNMC, and Keppel DC REIT. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, bringing you insights on Nio, BYD, Salesforce, HPE, Figma, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4 Sep 23min
