Coffee is hot, soda is fizzing - but is the global consumer stronger than we think?

Strong earnings from Starbucks and Coca-Cola suggest demand is holding firm - even as inflation lingers.

From affordable indulgences to premium beverages, spending patterns are splitting across income groups.

Meanwhile, the OPEC shake-up as the United Arab Emirates signals a potential reset in oil power dynamics.

Markets pause as AI stocks retreat, while names like Spotify stumble despite strong earnings.

In Asia, CapitaLand Investment and GoTo highlight resilience and turnaround stories - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.

Coffee is hot, soda is fizzing - but is the global consumer stronger than we think?
Strong earnings from Starbucks and Coca-Cola suggest demand is holding firm - even as inflation lingers.
From affordable indulgences to premium beverages, spending patterns are splitting across income groups.
Meanwhile, the OPEC shake-up as the United Arab Emirates signals a potential reset in oil power dynamics.
Markets pause as AI stocks retreat, while names like Spotify stumble despite strong earnings.
In Asia, CapitaLand Investment and GoTo highlight resilience and turnaround stories - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.

The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions — from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas — from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.

In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint — with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.
The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions &mdash; from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas &mdash; from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.
In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint &mdash; with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.