Money and Me

Hosted by Michelle Martin, join us on Money and Me the show all about making your money work harder for you, as we dive into financial strategies for young graduates with Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager at Phillip Securities. From that first paycheck excitement to his own experience with Singapore Savings Bonds, Elijah offers insights on practical tips on budgeting, choosing between career growth or wealth building, and balancing CPF top-ups with other investments. Whether you're living with parents or managing expenses solo, this episode guides you in making smart money moves that set the foundation for your financial success.

Markets can clobber investors and ruin lives. When David Gerald founded the largest retail investor body in Asia in 1999, he was leading the fight in a truly asymmetric contest with some despairing investors taking their lives. This was when some 172 thousand Singapore investors who had invested in Malaysian shares found their shares in limbo, after the Malaysian government unilaterally closed the platform Clob International. Host Michelle Martin, David Gerald, Founder and CEO of SIAS, and Aaron Low, Editor of the book Boardroom Knockout discuss SIAS's most significant battles. Learn how Gerald transitioned from someone with no experience in investing to becoming a champion of minority shareholders. Hear insights into high-profile corporate cases like Natsteel and discover the evolution of SIAS approach to conflict mediation. How is it preparing to fight for investors in the age of AI? Also hear lessons on corporate governance, investing, including tips on avoiding the seven "sins" of investing.

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode features Simon Kold, fund manager, former stand-up comedian, and author of On the Hunt for Great Companies. Simon shares his unique journey from being part of managing €150 billion at the Novo Nordisk Foundation to founding Kold Investments. He discusses key strategies for identifying high-quality, durable companies with network effects and passionate leadership. Tune in to explore his long-term investment philosophy and how investors of all types can apply his insights to find great companies.

Why pay 3.25% when you can pay 2% on foreign exchange fees? Customers like the idea of combining their Amaze card with their Mastercard credit cards for the additional rewards, but some banks have closed the door to the combos. Have the u-turns by some banks impacted Instarem?  How does Instarem ensure competitive foreign exchange rates for Amaze Card users? Michelle Martin chats with Yogesh Sangle, Global Head of Instarem, to find out

While investors have been dazzled by China and Hong Kong's rally, we ask, ahead of China's national holiday, is there space for one more rally. And beyond a short-term bounce, is there reason to look closely at three stocks following China's stimulus package given the timely trends these three are linked to? Willie Keng shares his picks in this conversation with Michelle Martin.

Join Michelle Martin as she delves into the financial insights of Chris Tan, CEO of Providend, who has just returned from his business trip across San Francisco, Dallas, and Austin. Is the grass at the end of a long-haul flight always greener? Discover how this trip has impacted Chris deeply. Tune in for an engaging discussion on making one's way in the world, what wealth management head honcho's are doing more of in the US and finding your "ikigai" or joy. Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Chris Tan, CEO of Providend.

Owner of 16 properties, with 13 in one particular part of the world, Germaine Chow, Co-founder, I Quadrant shares with Michelle Martin where she would look to and why she would not invest in what appears to be the next big hot space of property.

You can send your AI digital companion to your meeting to take notes, provide summaries and even share the emotional tone of the meeting. Leading organisations are recognising greater flexibility customised for roles with hybrid models that work for business needs and employee engagement. Join Michelle Martin as she delves into the future of work with Ricky Kapur, Head of Asia Pacific at Zoom. Discover insights from Zoom's latest survey on how hybrid and remote work models are reshaping APAC organizations. What are the key challenges in maintaining employee engagement, and how is generative AI influencing workplace decisions? This episode explores the evolving role of technology and how leaders can navigate the shifting dynamics of hybrid work.

This investor needs more convincing that China's stimulus efforts will reignite growth. On the morning of the high-level rare Chinese PBOC briefing, Michelle Martin and Swapnil Mishra, Founder of WealthZen and Adjunct Mentor at Singapore Management University, discuss the potential impact of the newly unveiled stimulus measures. Explore how India's stock market has surpassed China in global benchmarks and what this dynamic shift means for investors. Discover insights into key sectors to watch in India and strategies for navigating China's evolving economy. They also analyze market valuations and potential investment opportunities for investors to keep at the front of mind.

Michelle Martin dives into real estate debt investing with BigFundr. Michelle is joined by Quah Kay Beng, CEO and Founderof BigFundr and they discuss the risks, benefits, and key considerations of real estate debt investments. Learn more about BigFundr’s global focus and pipeline plans.