Money and Me: When is enough, ENOUGH? How can you decide you've bought enough financial policies?
An accidental visit to a financial planning career booth at NTU’s Career Fair became the best decision of his life. Meet Jake Lim author of Stop. Buying Financial Policies: Cultivating Money Mindfulness with Financial Clarity who chats with Michelle Martin about his new book.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Juli 202419min
Market View: Alphabet, Spotify, Coca-Cola, Tesla, General Motors, UPS, Comcast, Hutchison Port Holdings Trust
Join host Michelle Martin as she chats with Ryan Huang about a fresh slew of earnings announcements. Dozens of companies are reporting their numbers for the 2nd quarter of the year, including Google’s parent company Alphabet, Spotify, Coca-Cola, Tesla, and General Motors. Discover how Alphabet's AI revamp impacts ad revenue and the latest on Waymo. Learn what's driving Spotify's profits and Coca-Cola's business success. Dive into earnings reports from Tesla, UPS, and more in this comprehensive market overview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Juli 202420min
Money and Me: Travel Credit Cards, Investing in Bond ETFs, SRS Investments, and Travel Credit Cards
Join Michelle Martin with guest Tim Phillips, founder of TimTalksMoney.com as both discuss the best cards to rack up miles when you spend in person overseas. How do you balance bank charges and the desire to rack up those airmiles with overseas spends? Both also discuss the increasing demand for bond ETFs and how to effectively invest your Supplementary Retirement Scheme (SRS) funds for meaningful returns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Juli 202421min
Market View: Grab, Chope, ST Engineering, Dyna-Mac, CrowdStrike, Mattel, BYD, Porsche, Tesla, LVMH, and DFI Retail
Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. This episode covers Grab's acquisition of Chope and its entry into the restaurant reservation business. We delve into 'Brokers' Takes' on ST Engineering and Dyna-Mac, and their bullish outlooks. The US political landscape and China's interest rate cuts are discussed, alongside corporate news on CrowdStrike, Mattel, BYD, Porsche, and Tesla. Lastly, the impact of LVMH's significant role in the Paris Olympics is analyzed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Juli 202423min
Market View: Bank of America, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks, Cloudflare, Sentinel One, Microsoft, Yoma Strategic, Thai Beverage, Meta, HELENS International, OUE, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding
Join us on Market View, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. We begin with the shocking announcement that US President Joe Biden will not seek re-election, endorsing Kamala Harris. Analysts speculate on the market's reaction, especially concerning the Trump Trade. Next, we discuss CrowdStrike's significant outage and its impact on competitors like Palo Alto Networks, Cloudflare, Sentinel One, and Microsoft. Our corporate news segment covers moves by Bank of America, Yoma Strategic, Thai Beverage, Meta, HELENS International, and OUE. Finally, we check in on the markets and dive into the top-selling ice cream flavors! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Juli 202422min
Money and Me: Strategies for Women to Maximize Wealth through CPF
Hosted by Michelle Martin, join us as we discuss how women can navigate financial challenges and build wealth through their CPF. Pamela Chong, Associate Manager at Legacy FA, shares insights on how women at different life stages—starting their careers, single with properties, married with children, and nearing 55—can effectively manage their CPF savings. We explore voluntary contributions, investment options like Treasury Bills, and the best CPF LIFE plans for women. Discover ways to enhance your CPF Life payouts and ensure a secure financial future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Juli 202422min
Money and Me: Small Cap Surge could continue, 3 new CPFIS Funds, and Market Risks
Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investing at Providend, this episode delves into the recent performance of the Russell 2000 small cap index, which has surged 10% since July 8, compared to the flat S&P 500. They discuss factors driving this trend and the potential for further growth in small caps. Michelle and Cheng Chye Hsern explore the concentration risk in the S&P 500 and the Straits Times Index, providing strategies for Singapore investors to mitigate these risks. They also cover the launch of Dimensional Fund Advisors' CPFIS-approved funds and how investors can incorporate these into their portfolios. Lastly, they review the market performance in the first half of 2024 and key events that could impact the second half. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Juli 202423min
Market View: Netflix, YouTube, TSMC, Renault, Volvo, Ford, Abbott Laboratories, Amazon, SATS, Keppel, DBS, Jardine Matheson, SingTel, and Yangzijiang Shipbuilding
Join Michelle Martin in her daily comprehensive tour of market talking points with Ryan Huang. Today they delve into the latest market action. Asia-Pacific markets are trading lower, driven by overnight Wall Street sell-offs. Netflix's earnings report, TSMC's recent performance, and movements in the automotive industry with Renault, Volvo, and Ford are discussed. The session also covers corporate updates from Abbott Laboratories, Amazon, SATS, Keppel, DBS, and movements in the Straits Times Index. Stay tuned for insights on these developments and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Juli 202420min
