Money and Me: Are S-REITs Still Worth the Risk in 2025?

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific indices are trading mixed as investors react to the RBA’s first rate cut in four years. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks UOB’s record-breaking earnings, its $2 billion share buyback, and Singapore’s 2025 budget. Intel jumps on takeover rumors, while Nike soars on a partnership with Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS. Plus, STI hits an all-time high - what’s driving the rally? And finally, a look at Captain America: Brave New World’s box office debut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 Feb 202521min

Has your CPF account closed already because you turned 55 this year? Join Michelle Martin as she dissects how to make your CPF work for you when you turn 55. Should you keep your money in the 2.5% earning OA or move what you can to the RA for long-term 4%? What are the pros and cons of investing with your OA after age 55 either through CPF or in the open market? If liquidity of your CPF funds are your primary concern, what are your choices and what are the risks associated with each choice? Join Michelle and her guest Kenny Loh, Independent Financial Advisor to understand what happens when you turn 55 with your CPF and discover strategies and options to turning your hard earned CPF monies into income for the long-term. How can you use your monies to purchase T-bills, dividend stocks, and annuities? What interest could you get with different asset classes based on today's market. Plus, get smart insights into tax considerations, liquidity needs, and long-term retirement planning strategies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Feb 202522min

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, dive into Singapore’s record-breaking STI performance led by Hongkong Land and Genting Singapore. Explore BHP’s earnings dip, Delta Airlines’ icy runway accident, and Oiltek’s move to the mainboard. Get insights on China’s tech revival with Alibaba, Baidu, and JD.com, plus the market’s reaction to US defense spending cuts affecting Lockheed Martin and RTX. Discover why European defense giants like Saab and Rheinmetall are surging, and what lies ahead for MBS, SingPost, and ComfortDelGro.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Feb 202523min

What happens when the world's most powerful economy is run by people staffed by loyalty vs competence? Are markets complacent because of the "predictable, unpredictability" of the Trump administration and what does this all mean for investors? Five former Treasury secretaries warned that recent actions by the Trump administration and Elon Musk’s DOGE team at the Treasury Department raise “substantial cause for concern” that the United States’ financial commitments are being “unlawfully” undermined. Potential Treasury defaults and new reciprocal tariffs are discussed by Michelle Martin with guest Swapnil Mishra, author of Investing for the Clueless, Reckless and Overly Cautious. Both look closer at trade tensions with the EU, Japan, and South Korea, and the possible ripple effects on global markets. Discover which sectors could be most affected and how investors can position their portfolios for resilience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 Feb 202521min

Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode explores Warren Buffett's latest moves at Berkshire Hathaway, including trades in Bank of America, Citigroup, Capital One, Constellation Brands, and DaVita. Discover local insights with ESR REIT, Marco Polo Marine, Casa Holdings, and Seatrium's surge after closing a deal with BP. Plus, get updates on Dell Technologies' AI server deal, Apple's Siri delays, Airbnb's earnings pop, SIA Engineering's profit surge, and the latest moves by Yangzijiang Shipbuilding and SGX. Don’t miss the buzz around China’s Ne Zha 2 breaking records and the STI's latest performance!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 Feb 202524min

Why is there such a stark gender imbalance in economics, where only three women have ever won a Nobel Prize in the field? Prominent Irish economist Dr. Emma Howard discusses why diversity is essential - not just for women in the labor market, but for solving global economic challenges. She shares insights from her research on gender disparities in media representation, the barriers women face in the profession, how behavioural economics can change society and initiatives to foster inclusion. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the future of diversity in economics with host Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Feb 202530min

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode dives into the hotly watched sectors and businesses of APAC's IPO market with Bhavik Vashi, Managing Director, Carta, APAC & Middle East. What’s driving the region’s public listings? Beyond consumer and e-commerce, what are other secotrs poised for a surge? Why is India an interesting contender in the field? Which subsector of Chinese tech is likely to make a strong return? Explore the impact of geopolitical tensions, liquidity trends, and sectoral shifts in tech, green energy, and e-commerce. Plus, a look at Singapore, India, Indonesia, and Hong Kong’s IPO pipeline for 2025. Tune in for expert insights on the evolving APAC market with Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Feb 202523min

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