Money and Me: Are S-REITs Still Worth the Risk in 2025?
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…
Market View: Trillion Dollar Moves and Streaming Shocks
TSMC enters the trillion-dollar club, Netflix profits jump, but is the stock overhyped? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into blockbuster earnings from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company and Netflix. We unpack why TSMC's profits surged 60% and explore its pote…
Money and Me: Why “Debt” Doesn’t Have to Be a Dirty Word
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 priva…
Market View: Trump vs Powell, Wall Street Winners & STI Movers
How much of a mess would it be if Powell was fired by the US President? And who might take Powell's place? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode dives into speculation over Jerome Powell's job, the historic trading win at Goldman Sachs, and market reactions to earnings from Bank …
Money and Me: Stay Invested for the Long Run?
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 O…
Market View: Banking Bonanza Meets Big Tech Breakthrough as Markets Hit New Highs
When three major banks crush earnings expectations while Nvidia rockets to all-time highs on China news, you know something big is happening in the markets. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, this episode breaks down the explosive earnings from JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and Citigroup, …
Money and Me: What is the Real Cost of an ILP?
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 sale…
Market View: Spin-Off Buzz, REIT Moves and a Rising Sing Dollar
A potential $1.8 billion REIT listing is creating waves — is Centurion’s spin-off a game-changer? NTT DC REIT’s debut draws 10x oversubscription, but did it deliver post-listing? Michelle unpacks earnings momentum in the US: Netflix, JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, Seagate, and Progressive. What does a s…
Money and Me: The Private Property Pause
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…
Market View: Singapore’s Growth vs Global Headwinds, OCBC Shake-Up & NTT DC REIT Debut
Singapore’s Q2 growth surprises—so why is momentum fading? Michelle Martin unpacks OCBC’s leadership shift, NTT DC REIT’s hot listing, and FedEx’s robot deliveries. Kraft Heinz considers a mega spinoff, Grab takes a downgrade, and Creative warns of losses. Plus, how Trump’s tariff shockwaves may…