Money and Me

Is growth investing a viable strategy for someone with a smaller paycheck? How can you maximize the returns on your SRS account? And with the SA set to close in 2025, what does it mean for those turning 55 next year? Find out with Michelle Martin as she speaks to Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities. 

Dr Jeffrey Funk discusses his 6th book with Michelle Martin. The book is a compelling analysis of why startups today are struggling compared to those of 30 years back. Jeff and Michelle discuss overhyped AI technologies, the myths of genius founders and the "wow factor" driving irrational investments. Discover how startups often fail to deliver value and why AI's productivity claims might be overstated. Also, what can investors can learn from past bubbles? Could this book help you navigate the turbulent world of tech investments? Listen in to find out.

Did you know that according to a McKinsey analysis, tokenized market capitalization could reach around $2 trillion by 2030! And it seems like the interest in these digital assets doesn't stop there with news that the Monetary Authority of Singapore announced that it will introduce new measures to advance tokenization in financial services. So what do you need to understand about the concept of real-world assets and their tokenization on the blockchain? And what are the most promising opportunities for real-world asset tokenization in the current market? Find out with Michelle Martin as she speaks with Looi Qin En, Partner, Saison Capital.

The holiday season is upon us and that means a ton of spending is about to take place for those travelling or shopping for the festivities! But as you spend responsibly, how can you take advantage of the miles game and get the most out of this season’s credit card promotions? Join Dan Koh as he invites Tim Phillips, Founder, TimTalksMoney to discuss the key factors to consider when choosing the ideal miles credit card for your spending. From Citi Rewards card to UOB Visa Signature card, learn about some of the best cards to choose from today!

Join Michelle Martin as she explores the buzzing S-REITs sector with a focus on data centres! Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist and Independent Financial Advisor, who starts with a surprising answer on who he sees as top performers in the  among S-REITs over the past month - he has none in his sights! After parsing the laggards, Michelle and Kenny discuss Keppel DC REIT's landmark $1.38 billion acquisition of AI-ready data centres and its implications for the regional investment landscape. Discover the driving trends behind data centre demand and their investment potential in a shifting interest rate environment. Plus, hear insights on how to position your portfolio as 2024 wraps up. It's a deep dive into the present and possible future performance of a segment of the market that is powering the AI wave you don't want to miss!

Across the board, artificial intelligence is revolutionising how businesses operate and how we make decisions. Today, it is also changing the real estate landscape, with many property investors using AI to analyse vast amounts of market data, and discover hidden investment opportunities that human intuition alone might miss. Joining Michelle Martin is Foo Mao Ching, Chief Operating Officer, RealVantage to discuss how AI is reshaping real estate investing and how RealVantage is utilising AI to construct global portfolios tailored to investors’ goals.

Whether you're just starting out or you've been in the market for years, we've all fallen into the same traps. But perhaps, learning from a trader equipped with three decades of experience in the financial markets can equip you with the knowledge to become a successful trader. Michelle Martin invites Simon Ree, Founder, Tao of Trading to discuss the 5 common things traders get wrong about their job and the secret sauce to trading successfully today. 

How can you best manage your health insurance portfolio with rises in premiums for the  MediShield Life from April 2025? Michelle Martin finds out in conversation with Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend. Discover why premiums are set to rise by up to 35% from April next year and what these changes mean for policyholders, including seniors and lower-income groups. Explore the enhanced claim limits, expanded outpatient coverage, and inclusion of high-cost treatments. Will you still need that Integrated Plan? How can you assess which is the right one for you? What does a comprehensive insurance plan mean in the context of these changes? We've got the insights to help you navigate Singapore’s evolving healthcare insurance landscape.

Inflation has been at the top of many people’s minds in recent years. After all, with food and energy prices going up, the issue of rising cost of living further exacerbates Singapore’s position as one of the most expensive cities in the world! So you might be wondering, while national inflation might be at 3-4%, why are we finding ourselves paying 30-50% more for our meals at your go to hawker centre? And why is personal inflation a term that everyone of us should be keeping in mind today? Join Dan Koh as he invites Benjamin Goh, co-founder, Mybasket.sg to discuss the importance of understanding personal inflation when managing our spending patterns and finances, and how his latest innovation tool is empowering people to take charge of their finances while navigating the effects of inflation.

When travelling, currency exchange rates can be a killer—especially with hidden fees at banks or exchange booths. In fact, according to key insights from Revolut and YouGov’s recent Survey, almost 50% of Singaporeans pay unnecessary FX fees when travelling abroad! So as the holiday season looms large, what are some cost-saving strategies and tricks to incorporate to make your next trip a lot more affordable? Learn to get the best bang for your buck with Dan Koh as he speaks to Charlie Short, Head of Growth for APAC, at Revolut about actionable financial habits that you can start today to save more on your next holiday and what Revolut is doing to address the financial distresses we face when travelling.