Your Money with Michelle Martin
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Your Money With Michelle Martin (9am - 12pm) It’s all about Your Money with Michelle Martin from 9am to 12pm. How to save, invest and make the best financial decisions for yourself. Listen to inspiring thinkers with “Influence” and hear from great authors in “Read”.
MAY 5, 2025
05/05/25 - Market View: Buffett’ Exits! AI’s Winning Pick, plus an attractions company in Singapore that could be looking upInvestors hit the sell button in Sydney after PM Anthony Albanese’s reelection.
Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks Warren Buffett’s shock decision to step down from Berkshire Hathaway, with Greg Abel set to lead.
We spotlight Morgan Stanley’s top AI stock pick: TSMC.
Plus, how are Exxon Mobil, Shell, Marks & Spencer, and Singapore’s Straco performing?
And a look at STI movers like DFI Retail, Hong Kong Land, and CapitaLand Investment.
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23:36
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MAY 2, 2025
02/05/25 - Money and Me: Does your kid have a virtual bank account?When his six-year old broke a bone, this dad explained how much the x-rays and cast cost to the little one.
Does your child understand fundamental concepts about compound interest, delayed gratification and even picking stocks?
What are some great resources available so parents can help young one understand fundamental concepts surrounding money and the economy?
Give your child a head start in life and share this episode so another child can grow up money smart!
Host Michelle Martin speaks with Christopher Forbes, Head of Asia at CMC Markets for this eye-opening episode.
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19:38
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MAY 2, 2025
02/05/25 - Market View: Apple & Amazon Slide Despite Strong Earnings; Pop Mart Pops, Pandan Cakes Go GlobalAsia-Pacific markets are mixed this morning, with Tokyo and Sydney up, but Seoul down amid political jitters.
Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into Apple’s cautious outlook despite a $25 billion profit and Amazon’s upbeat spin on tariffs.
McDonald's slumps, Eli Lilly surprises, and Pop Mart dazzles investors with a 470% surge.
We track the STI’s winners and losers, and spotlight Bengawan Solo’s pandan cake craze hitting global headlines.
Plus: could Tesla really part ways with Elon Musk.
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26:50
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APR 30, 2025
30/04/25 - Market View: Earnings Pop, Tariff Shock – HSBC, Grab, UPS, Amazon, and More in FocusA strong quarter doesn’t always mean smooth sailing ahead.
Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, today’s episode unpacks mixed signals from corporate earnings and trade policy drama.
We spotlight HSBC’s stellar profits, Grab’s bullish forecast, and Starbucks’ stumble.
Also in focus: UPS, Coca-Cola, Pfizer, Samsung, Amazon, OUE REIT, Wilmar, and Sheng Siong.
How are Trump’s tariffs reshaping corporate guidance and consumer costs?
We wrap with the latest movers on the STI and MAS’s view on Singapore’s export exposure.
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27:36
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APR 30, 2025
30/04/25 - Money and Me: How do you reinvent your career?You could find yourself in an unexpected place in life, having to reinvent yourself after building a successful career.
What is the first thing you can do? What do most struggle with when it comes to finances? Why are there stages to a career transition similar in some fashion to the grieving process?
Career Coach and author of Life 2.0 Adeline TH Tiah joins Michelle Martin for a discussion on what is really required to move from the "messy middle" of a career transition to create a new life that reflects your deepest self.
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APR 29, 2025
29/04/25 - Money and Me: Are ETFs Like the S&P 500 Still a Safe Bet for Building Wealth?Are ETFs still the no-brainer wealth builders they once were?
Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Willie Keng, Founder of Dividend Titan, we dive into why ETFs like the S&P 500 may disappoint over the next decade. From cheap money's end to soaring valuations and risky overconcentration, Keng explains the shifting investment landscape. Learn why stock-picking discipline may be more critical than ever.
Plus, we explore alternatives like REITs, bonds, and cash yielding 3–6% today. Is it time to rethink, rebalance, or double down?
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21:52
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APR 29, 2025
29/04/25 - Market View: Palantir Soars, On Holding Rises, and ChatGPT Takes Aim at GoogleAsia-Pacific markets are trading mixed this morning — but tech headlines are stealing the spotlight!
Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we explore OpenAI’s bold new ChatGPT update and what it means for Google. Plus, why Palantir is flying even as tech stocks struggle, and why Citigroup is bullish on sneaker-maker On Holding. We also dive into the latest on Deliveroo, Sony, Roborock, Amara Holdings, UOB, Keppel, and Yangzijiang Shipbuilding.
And at the box office — the Force is strong with a Star Wars classic!
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24:04
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APR 28, 2025
28/04/25 - Market View: Hongkong Land’s Billion-Dollar Bet, Big Tech’s Earnings Blitz, BYDAsia-Pacific markets kick off the week on a positive note, but where is momentum strongest?
Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, today’s show dives into Hongkong Land’s $1 billion property sale, Keppel Infrastructure Trust and Mapletree Logistics Trust's latest calls from DBS, and Wall Street’s Big Tech surge led by Meta, Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon.
We also spotlight corporate movers like BYD, Tencent Music, and Yangzijiang Financial.
Plus — the STI’s weekly performance, coconut prices spiking, and why vampires are conquering the box office once again.
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24:08
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APR 28, 2025
28/04/25 - Money and Me: Global Tariffs, Recession Fears, and Where Investors Should Look Next?Are global markets taking an optimistic breather?
Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment at Providend, this episode examines the global economic impact of rising tariffs and the recession risks.
We unpack how sticky U.S. inflation, unexpected treasury movements, and Singapore’s STI dip are shaping portfolio strategies.
Hear whether history offers clues from past tariff wars and how today’s environment compares.
We also explore if local stocks and Singapore’s big three banks could offer safer opportunities ahead.
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15:22
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APR 25, 2025
25/04/25 - Market View: Alphabet Soars, Keppel Shines, and are REITs moving up or down?Big Tech, bold earnings, and billion-dollar resorts – it's a packed morning.
Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dissects Alphabet’s 46% earnings jump and YouTube’s $500B valuation.
We spotlight Keppel Corp’s profit surge and REITs like CapitaLand India Trust, OUE REIT, and Mapletree Industrial Trust.
Singapore gainers include SGX, ST Engineering, and City Developments Limited.
Meanwhile, Marina Bay Sands posts steady growth, and MGM bets big on Japan.
Catch the last word on how a 19-second zoo clip helped build a media empire.
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