Money and Me

Is it time to rethink the China narrative?

After years of investor pessimism, the Hang Seng Index is up over 22% in 2025—but is this rally for real, or just a mirage?

From innovation in EVs and AI to steep equity discounts, could China finally be shedding its “uninvestible” tag?

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode features Willie Keng, Founder of Dividend Titan, as we unpack what's driving China’s market...

According to the People at Work 2025 report by ADP Research, 60% here in Singapore lived paycheck to paycheck last year. 

Are you spending every dollar you earn—and wondering why saving feels impossible?

What is the real problem here? Michelle Martin dives into the rise of the “100 per cent spender”.

From frictionless digital payments to lifestyle creep, are we wired to overspend in the modern age?

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Is your money working hard enough—or just sitting in bricks and mortar?

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this SG60 special unpacks how Singaporeans can build smarter, more diversified portfolios.

Daphne Tan, Director of Business Development at CMC Markets Singapore, joins to explain the Straits Times Index (STI), and how to get exposure to it.

From CPF investing to balancing property with equities and T-bills, we decode practical s...

Is Trump good for business, or just good for market headlines?

Hosted by Michelle Martin with Swapnil Mishra, this episode dives into the real economic impact of the Trump presidency.

From tax cuts and deregulation to tariffs targeting Asia, what’s been the net effect?

Hear how industries in Indonesia, Vietnam, Japan, and Singapore may need to rethink manufacturing strategy.

We unpack the stock market’s mixed response.

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Meme stocks are flying high—GoPro, Krispy Kreme, and Beyond Meat are back on traders' radars.

Is it FOMO, technical breakouts, or another wild retail ride?

Tesla stumbles, Alphabet soars, and the Fed faces fire from President Trump.

Inflation stays sticky, tariffs loom, and the “Big Beautiful Bill” shakes up fiscal policy.

Simon Ree, Founder of Tao of Trading, breaks down the psychology, strategy, and setups.

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Could your next best investment lie in a country you may have overlooked until today?

Frontier markets—from Vietnam to Africa and beyond—are often overlooked, but are they poised for breakout growth?

Michelle Martin sits down with Johannes Loefstrand, Portfolio Manager at T. Rowe Price, to explore how investors can spot real value in high-potential but volatile frontier economies.

From Vietnam’s bold market reform...

What if the next great investment opportunity lies not on Earth—but in orbit?

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores how space is transforming into the next trillion-dollar economy.

Dr. Kartik Sheth, Chairman of the Council of SST Think Tank and a former NASA scientist, discusses Singapore’s emerging role, why Asia is uniquely poised to lead, and which space economy sectors are attracting global capital.

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Singapore’s REIT market is shifting—do you know where the real yields are?

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode breaks down the mid-year outlook for Singapore REITs with expert Kenny Loh.

From the mixed debut of NTT DC REIT to Centurion’s upcoming Accommodation REIT, we assess IPO appetite and the rising appeal of niche sectors.

What impact will looming U.S. tariffs have on industrial REITs?

Are cold storage an...

What do you associate with “debt”?

A chance at profit or visceral panic?

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores how bonds and private credit are transforming from taboo to treasure.

Aman Pujara of Syfe breaks down the growing opportunity in fixed income—from high-quality bonds to private credit options - and options for retail and accredited investors.

Learn how Singaporeans can unlock access to premier ...

Host Michelle Martin sits down with Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend, to find out if his April article challenging the most sacred rule of investing: "stay invested for the long run" still holds in his view.

In this eye-opening episode, discover if the popular TACO trade ("Trump Always Chickens Out") and trade war strategizing could be an optimist trap and how to identify when it's time to "reset" and realign your portfolio strate...

How much are you really paying in fees when you buy an ILP?

Michelle Martin and Tim Phillips from timtalksmoney.com dive into the high-stakes world of investment-linked policies.

Learn when ILPs  fees quietly eat into your returns, and what the data says about their real costs.

LIA says ILP sales in Singapore surged 41% in 2024 to $2.3 billion — this conversation is more relevant than ever. Are Singaporean...

Private home sales plunge, prices stagnate—yet one new launch has had a warm reception.

Singapore’s property market cools in Q2 2025, with private home sales down over 66%.

HDB resale price growth slows while new supply looms from MND.

Yet CapitaLand’s LyndenWoods defies the downturn with a near sell-out launch.

Ivan Cai, CEO of Crestbrick, joins Michelle Martin to decode what it all means for investors.

Will inte...

Are retail investors outmaneuvering the pros in Trump’s trade war?

Inflation expectations are cooling — but is it really a green light for markets?

IBM lays off 8,000 with AI, yet is growing headcount. What gives?

Michelle Martin dives deep into how AI is reshaping the workforce and what this means for investors.

She also unpacks market reactions to Trump’s new tariffs with Arun Pai of Monk’s Hill Ventures.

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Take a closer look at a fixed income fund trusted by Singaporeans — with 90% of its investors based in Singapore.

What if fixed income isn’t just a defensive play — but a smart way to grow your wealth?

Michelle Martin sits down with Kylie Soh of Fullerton Fund Management to explore why short-to-medium-term rate strategies are gaining traction in today’s uncertain markets.

They break down the myths younger in...

Is it wiser to clear your mortgage early—or let your home loan work harder for you?

With Singapore’s Seller’s Stamp Duty now back at 2017 levels, investors and homeowners alike are reassessing their strategies.

Michelle Martin unpacks what the SSD changes mean for buyers, sellers, and the broader property market.

Guest Daniel Sim, Founder of Golden Goose Properties, shares insights on whether leveraging or paying ...

You want your renovation 100% within your budget and most importantly - you want it flexible, so what are your choices?

Michelle Martin speaks to the digital bank to find out how it designed a renovation product to help with customer pain points in Singapore, how to plan a renovation budget and the workings of home renovation loans.

GXS Bank’s Jenn Ong breaks down interest rates, repayment plans, and financial pitfalls to avo...

Singapore’s health insurance landscape is shifting—and many seniors are rethinking their coverage.

What's prompting some to downgrade or drop their private Integrated Shield Plans.

What’s behind the price hikes?

What’s at stake for policyholders?

Michelle Martin breaks it all down with Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager at Phillip Securities.

They also unpack the failed Income-Allianz deal and its...

To what extent are Asia’s wealthiest investors turning to digital assets and tokenized stocks?

Michelle Martin unpacks the rise of institutional and family office interest in digital assets with Melvin Deng, CEO of QCP.

Explore the role of digital assets in portfolio diversification, growth, and risk management.

Learn how structured products, tokenization, and innovation are creating access to the crypto frontier in 2025.

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Mortgage rates in Singapore to dip below 2% again?

As fixed rates fall below floating ones and the 3-month SORA sinks, what does it all mean for homeowners and buyers?

Michelle Martin finds out what’s driving these changes and when mortgage rates could finally fall below the 2% mark again. Should you switch from fixed to floating, or wait?

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode features David Baey, CEO of Mortgage Master, wh...