Your Money with Michelle Martin

Is Musk the solution to the US's problems with TikTok? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into the brewing drama around TikTok's potential US ban and Elon Musk's rumored acquisition. Nvidia's CEO visits China amidst rising tensions, while Taylor Swift sparks excitement in Shanghai. The duo also discusses US inflation trends, market movements for Eli Lilly, Meta, Intel, and Honeywell, and wraps up with key local movers like Yangzijiang Shipbuilding and CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust. Tune in for a detailed breakdown of global and local market action!

Join Michelle Martin as she delves into the world of professional investors! Michelle speaks with Gerald Goh, Co-Founder and CEO APAC of Sygnum, to explore Sygnum's partnership with Moomoo Singapore to offer a fund meant for accredited investors. Are institutional and accredited investors increasing their crypto allocations? How do actively managed crypto funds differ from directly trading tokens on an exchange? Gerald shares the fund’s strategies and both discuss Singapore’s footprint in the digital asset space.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into Johnson & Johnson's $14 billion acquisition of Intra-Cellular Therapies, Eli Lilly’s and GSK’s billion-dollar deals, and Bill Ackman’s plans for a modern-day Berkshire Hathaway with Howard Hughes Holdings. Explore Nvidia’s challenges under new US AI chip restrictions, Moderna’s sales forecast cut, and Blue Origin’s postponed rocket launch. Discover Singapore market updates and the curious case of Dunkin’ running out of donuts.

Moving from full-time employment to starting a business can seem daunting but we have some great ideas from a Singaporean who moved from the army and PMO to starting his own business. Hear about his light-bulb moment as a dad changing a nappy and what he recommends we all do if anticipating a career switch. Guest : Daniel Sim, Founder Golden Goose Property.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode unpacks Mark Zuckerberg's critique of Apple, Meta’s latest moves, and the state of the Chinese market. Explore the performance of Alibaba, JD.com, and Midea amid Beijing's stimulus measures. Discover how Walgreens, Bloks, and Mapletree Logistics Trust fared in the markets, and hear about NTT's billion-dollar REIT plans. Plus, catch updates on CapitaLand, DBS, OCBC, UOB, and Yangzijiang Shipbuilding in the Straits Times Index.

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode dives into the investing trends of Gen Z with Christopher Forbes, Head of Asia at CMC. With nearly half of CMC's customers aged 20-30, Forbes sheds light on how TikTok trends like #FinTok are influencing financial behaviors. Discover how Gen Z balances high-risk assets, meme stocks, and cryptocurrencies with a focus on financial independence. Learn about their early start in investing, unconventional strategies, and how institutions like CMC are meeting their need for accessible financial education.

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Asia-Pacific markets are trading lower, while in Hong Kong, Bloks Group makes an exciting IPO debut. Michelle examines how the Singapore-Johor SEZ could benefit OCBC, UOB, SingTel, and Genting Singapore. SATS secures major global contracts, Kia launches its first made-in-Singapore electric SUV, and Parkway Life REIT earns a "buy" call from analysts. Plus, find out why the Singapore passport now holds the title of the world’s most powerful! Stay tuned for insights and updates from the Straits Times Index.

Why did the latest FOMC meeting reveal a shift in tone from the US Federal reserve? What does elevated bond yields suggest about the trajectory of the equities market in 2025? And who is the ultimate winner of the Trump trade? Find out with Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they take you through a tour of markets and the latest news making headlines. 

Join Michelle Martin on her tour of markets! Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang on leave. Dive into Nvidia's bold moves in AI and gaming, Tencent's challenges amidst US-China tensions, and SingPost's governance scrutiny post-Parcel Gate. Discover Shutterstock's acquisition by Getty Images, Moderna's vaccine development news, and Centurion's REIT plans. Learn why PropNex is an "UP" and how TGL is revolutionizing golf with Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and the Williams sisters. Explore the day’s market action with expert insights from Willie Keng, author of Dividend Titan.

So you are turning 55 soon and are wondering what the closure of the CPF Special Account this January means for your retirement? Michelle Martin asks Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities, what people who have been using the CPF Shielding Strategy need to know.  Explore the CPF Special Account closure for members aged 55 and above this year, understand its impact on retirement planning, immediate changes for members, and strategies to maximize financial security. Elijah shares insights on CPF and housing, addressing concerns about locked-up funds and how homeowners can unlock value for retirement. Only started planning late for retirement? You are not alone! Elijah shares what late savers can prioritise and practical steps to start planning even in your 40s or 50s. Discover actionable advice to secure a comfortable retirement at any stage of life.