Join Michelle Martin in conversation with her guest, Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend. Global markets faced a severe downturn on Monday, with significant losses from New York to Tokyo. The VIX, Wall Street's "fear gauge," saw a historic spike, indicating heightened market volatility. Japan's Nikkei 225 suffered its biggest drop since 1987, exacerbated by fears of a US economic slowdown. Cheng Chye Hsern analyzes the factors behind these market movements, the implications of high P/E ratios, and potential portfolio strategies for investors amidst the chaos. 

Join Michelle Martin in conversation with her guest, Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend. Global markets faced a severe downturn on Monday, with significant losses from New York to Tokyo. The VIX, Wall Street's "fear gauge," saw a historic spike, indicating heightened market volatility. Japan's Nikkei 225 suffered its biggest drop since 1987, exacerbated by fears of a US economic slowdown. Cheng Chye Hsern analyzes the factors behind these market movements, the implications of high P/E ratios, and potential portfolio strategies for investors amidst the chaos.

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.