AI, war tensions and a potential trillion-dollar IPO - markets are juggling momentum and risk.

Asia-Pacific markets trade higher as investors bet on easing geopolitical tensions and AI-led growth.

Intel surges on signs of a manufacturing-led turnaround, while Visa rolls out AI tools to reshape payments disputes.

Microsoft doubles down on Singapore with a US$5.5 billion AI investment, underscoring regional tech ambition.

Meanwhile, Elon Musk’s SpaceX IPO could rewrite valuation records even as Iran tensions cast a shadow over tech.

In corporate news, OCBC hits a S$100 billion milestone and ST Engineering secures major contracts - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.

AI, war tensions and a potential trillion-dollar IPO - markets are juggling momentum and risk.
Asia-Pacific markets trade higher as investors bet on easing geopolitical tensions and AI-led growth.
Intel surges on signs of a manufacturing-led turnaround, while Visa rolls out AI tools to reshape payments disputes.
Microsoft doubles down on Singapore with a US$5.5 billion AI investment, underscoring regional tech ambition.
Meanwhile, Elon Musk&rsquo;s SpaceX IPO could rewrite valuation records even as Iran tensions cast a shadow over tech.
In corporate news, OCBC hits a S$100 billion milestone and ST Engineering secures major contracts - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.

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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.