Money and Me
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Michelle Martin speaks with financial advisors on how to make the most of your money. Learn how to get started, manage your expenses and start your smart money investment journey today.
JAN 28, 2025
28/01/25 - Money and Me: How AI Will Redefine Humanity and Economies with Theo Scherman, Hitachi AsiaGlimpse into how in five short years economies, careers and businesses could be redefined in this conversation between Michelle Martin and Theo Scherman, Chief Strategy Officer at Hitachi Asia and author of Infinite Futures: How Technology and Innovation Will Redefine Humanity by 2030.
Discover how AI, renewable energy, and digital connectivity will reshape economies, redefine GDP, and drive the rise of universal basic income.
Explore the implications of AI-driven deflation, shifts in business models, and the emergence of "premium careers."
Theo shares insights on preparing for these seismic changes and why the next five years are pivotal for humanity’s future.
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JAN 27, 2025
27/01/25 - Money and Me: What is the Golden Screw this dividend investor looks out for?What is on this investor's high quality dividend stock list?
If your runway is short, will the dividend approach still offer deep value ?
How could you think of using SRS or CPF in relation to dividend investing ?
In the universe of REITS, are S-REITS still attractive in 2025?
Find out the answers to the episode where dividend investing in 2025 from a Singaporean perspective takes centrestage.
Join the conversation as Michelle Martin speaks with Willie Keng Founder of Dividend Titan.
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JAN 24, 2025
24/01/25 - Money and Me : It's "bonus" time! How are the money-smart using their ang pow money?You can already smell and feel those crisp bank notes, now what should you do with the money?
Michelle Martin, explores why ang pows have become a tradition and what the meaning behind the tradition can teach us about giving and receiving today with her guest, Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend.
Tune in for actionable advice to start 2025 well and with your ang pow money working for you and your loved ones.
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JAN 23, 2025
23/01/25 - Money and Me: Is Quantum Computing Hype or Here? Trump’s Market Impact, and TikTok’s FutureJoin Michelle Martin and guest Arun Pai from Monk’s Hill Ventures, as they discuss the evolving landscape of quantum computing from a VC investor perspective.
What is Silicon Valley talking about in this arena?
Michelle and Arun also discuss Trump’s return to power, examining its implications for SEA economies.
They also cover the TikTok saga—will Elon Musk, Kevin O’Leary, or the U.S. government emerge as winners if ByteDance sells?
Tune in for insights that connect technology, politics, and markets!
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JAN 22, 2025
22/01/25 - Money and Me: MediShield Life Premiums Going Up? We've got you covered.Join Michelle Martin on Money and Me as she dives into the upcoming changes to MediShield Life with Jake Lim, book author and Founder of Money Mindfulness Ltd.
This episode unpacks the new claim limits, expanded coverage, and premium hikes set to roll out from April 2025.
Jake shares insights into how these changes impact seniors, vulnerable groups, and policyholders with Integrated Shield Plans.
Discover strategies for managing healthcare expenses amidst rising costs and learn how to align your financial portfolio with these updates.
Gain clarity on making informed decisions about your insurance and financial planning in this evolving healthcare landscape.
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JAN 21, 2025
21/01/25 - Money and Me: Gig Workers, CPF Changes, and Financial PlanningHeard of the landmark CPF changes for Singapore's gig workers?
The law allows for legal protections in the areas of injury compensation and retirement benefits.
It also includes CPF deductions starting January 2025.
Explore strategies for money management amidst rising expense-to-income ratios, especially for platform workers with variable incomes.
Uncover investment opportunities, from ETFs to dividend stocks, and how to balance short-term cash flow with long-term goals.
Guest Daphne Tan, Head of Business Development, CMC Markets Singapore.
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JAN 20, 2025
20/01/25 - Money and Me: Son sues father for maintenanceOn what grounds can a child sue his parent for maintenance?
When does financial support from a parent to a child end in the eyes of the law?
We dive into the details with Justin Chan, Managing Partner, Justin Chan Chambers LLP.
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JAN 17, 2025
17/01/25 - Money and Me: Will the US dollar stay strong? What could boost S-REIT's? Are Singapore’s Local Banks likely still safe havens in 2025?Join Michelle Martin on Money and Me with Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment at Providend.
Explore what the strengthening USD means for Singapore’s economy and the stock market in 2025.
Gain insights into the volatile performance of S-REITs and whether a rebound is on the horizon.
Learn why Singapore’s local banks had a record-breaking 2024 and if their momentum will continue.
Cheng shares his market outlook, sector opportunities, and strategies for navigating the year ahead.
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JAN 16, 2025
16/01/25 - Money and Me: What is your T-Bill to S-REIT allocation?Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores how S-REITS' performed in 2024 and the possible outlook for 2025 outlook for Singapore-listed REITs with Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist and Independent Financial Advisor.
Gain insights into the best and worst-performing S-REITs, geopolitical risks, and a simple but clear strategy to balance yield and risk.
The two also discuss opportunities in data centers, hospitality, and industrial REITs.
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JAN 16, 2025
16/01/25 - Money and Me: Singpost and the "special dividend"Michelle Martin takes a closer look at the expectation around SingPost's special dividend with her guest Tim Phillips, founder of timtalksmoney.com.
They also discuss how to set financial resolutions that make sense for 2025.
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