Influence: Are you maximising your child' s human skills in this digital age?
Heard of Crackerjack? As AI continues to develop, there are a clutch of core skills that will keep human's ahead. Michelle Martin meets Sunita Venkataraman and Faeza Sirajudin, co-founders of Crackerjack to find out what those skills are and how parents can help their child acquire them. Pass this episode on to a parent who needs help managing their kid's screen time vs quality time IRL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Mars 25min
Money and Me: Is a U.S. Recession Closer Than We Think?
What are the warning signals of a US recession? Michelle Martin sits down with Swapnil Mishra, author of Investing for the Clueless, Reckless and Overly Cautious, to decode the latest market signals. With consumer sentiment plunging and manufacturing faltering, are U.S. stocks on shaky ground? Could Trump’s tariffs push the economy into recession? They break down banking risks, Tesla’s worst drop in five years, and why analysts are flashing caution on Apple. Plus, where smart money is moving in a high-risk environment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Mars 24min
Market View: Berkshire Hathaway, Apple, Bank of America, Intel, Alphabet, BYD, ComfortDelGro, Creative Technology, Sembcorp, Genting Singapore, SingTel, DFI Retail, Sea Limited
Is Warren Buffett making his boldest Japan bet yet? Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin. Berkshire Hathaway ups stakes in Japan’s sogo shosha while trimming Apple and Bank of America. Intel’s new CEO makes a $25M bet on the company, Alphabet eyes a record-breaking cloud acquisition, and BYD unveils ultra-fast EV charging. ComfortDelGro tests robo-taxis, Creative Technology cuts jobs, and Sembcorp weighs restructuring. Plus, Sea Limited’s Forrest Li makes a surprising move—into Singapore football leadership!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Mars 12min
Money and Me: Is this the long-awaited S-Reit Turnaround?
Join Michelle Martin on Money and Me as she explores the recent surge in Singapore REITs, with the SREIT Index jumping 5.5% last week. Join Michelle and her guest Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist, as they discuss whether lower US Treasury yields, cooling fixed deposit rates, and SGX’s $5B stock package signal a long-awaited S-REIT turnaround. Will investors shift to REITs for better yields? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Mars 9min
Market View: Digital Core REIT, Hong Leong Asia, DBS, OCBC, Nvidia, Tesla, Walmart, ExxonMobil, Procter & Gamble, PepsiCo, SATS, Sembcorp
Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets are trading higher, led by gains in Seoul, Tokyo, and Sydney, as China moves to boost consumption. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode delves into major director deals and institutional trades, highlighting Digital Core REIT, Hong Leong Asia, DBS, and OCBC. Wall Street rallies, but volatility remains as Nvidia, Tesla, Walmart, ExxonMobil, and Procter & Gamble face investor scrutiny. PepsiCo eyes a $1.5B acquisition, while SATS expands in Vietnam and Sembcorp stumbles. Plus, why Gen Z is turning to analog tech - Polaroids, vinyl, and cassette players!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Mars 14min
Influence: Women, Power, and Diplomacy with Ambassador Sarah McGrath
Welcome to Influence, the podcast that explores the intersection of power, purpose, and personal growth. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode honors International Women’s Day with Irish Ambassador to Singapore, Sarah McGrath. From navigating diplomacy to tackling the DEI backlash, she shares insights on women in leadership and workplace power dynamics. How can women build influence, form alliances, and break barriers? How can senior leaders shape work culture for equity? Plus, a look at European tariffs, investing in Ireland and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14 Mars 7min
Market View: Gold, Adobe, LVMH, Remy Cointreau, Pernod Ricard, Ulta Beauty, SingPost, ST Engineering, Jardine Matheson, CDL, Alibaba
Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks the S&P 500’s correction and gold's historic rise past $3,000. What’s next for gold miners and the VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX)? The tech sector takes a hit, with Adobe down 14% amid AI competition. Ulta Beauty soars after strong earnings, while SingPost shareholders vote for a billion-dollar sale. Plus, Alibaba’s AI claims to read emotions—what does this mean for the future?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14 Mars 21min
Money and Me: Can You Become a CPF Millionaire without top-ups?
Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores whether you can become a CPF millionaire solely through contributions with Chuin Ting Weber, CEO and Chief Investment Officer of MoneyOwl. Chuin Ting breaks down CPF-OA investing - when it makes sense and when it doesn't. Should you prioritize topping up your SA/RA or invest your OA? What’s the right portfolio mix for CPF investments? Plus, how investment costs impact CPF-OA returns and what younger and older investors should consider. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14 Mars 25min
