AI optimism hits a reality check as Microsoft posts its worst quarter since 2008, raising doubts about near-term returns from massive AI investments.

Competition from Google, OpenAI and Anthropic intensifies as Copilot adoption lags expectations.

Meanwhile, McCormick’s $45B acquisition of Unilever’s food unit signals a major shift in consumer staples strategy.

Wall Street rallies hard, with the Dow surging over 1,100 points, as investors weigh geopolitics, oil and positioning.

In corporate moves, Nvidia backs Marvell Technology, while Eli Lilly expands into sleep therapeutics.

Closer to home, STI weakness masks deeper corrections in names like City Developments Limited and Jardine Matheson - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. 

AI optimism hits a reality check as Microsoft posts its worst quarter since 2008, raising doubts about near-term returns from massive AI investments.
Competition from Google, OpenAI and Anthropic intensifies as Copilot adoption lags expectations.
Meanwhile, McCormick&rsquo;s $45B acquisition of Unilever&rsquo;s food unit signals a major shift in consumer staples strategy.
Wall Street rallies hard, with the Dow surging over 1,100 points, as investors weigh geopolitics, oil and positioning.
In corporate moves, Nvidia backs Marvell Technology, while Eli Lilly expands into sleep therapeutics.
Closer to home, STI weakness masks deeper corrections in names like City Developments Limited and Jardine Matheson - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.&nbsp;

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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.