Your Money with Michelle Martin

What work has been done in the area of large -scale electricity imports, the ASEAN power grid, regional collaboration and Keppel's first hydrogen ready plant in Singapore? Michelle Martin finds out with Janice Bong, Managing Director, Power and Renewables, Infrastructure Division, Keppel.   This SIEWCast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and Money FM 89.3 in Partnership with ExxonMobil. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Were you called a daydreamer in school? Do you find you often regret your impulse buys? Are you missing payments on your credit card? Planning ahead and staying focused on a budget may be hard for the ADHD brain. So what are some money strategies that could work for you? Stop paying the" ADHD tax" and learn to work with the way your brain is wired in this first edition of Mind Matters. Join Michelle Martin and her guest Gail Wong, a professional investor and coach. Check out Gail's work helping everyone thrive at livetrue.sg or, learn more about living with ADHD at https://www.unlockingadhd.com/  This episode of Mind Matters was publicly taped in the heart of the CBD.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transitioning from fossil fuels to alternative energy solutions will not happen overnight. In fact, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency or IRENA - over USD 24 trillion of global investment must be redirected from fossil fuels to energy transition technologies.  Here in Southeast Asia - renewable power, grids and transition-related power technologies and infrastructure alone require over USD 5 trillion by 2050. To take a deeper dive into funding the energy transition - Host, Rachel Kelly speaks with Audra Low, CEO from Clifford Capital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The move to a lower-emission future requires multiple solutions that can be implemented at scale to address some of the highest-emitting sectors of the economy. This is where ExxonMobil says it is focused -  leveraging its experience and long history of meeting vast complex challenges. Here in Singapore for example -  ExxonMobil has embarked on a series of initiatives that have led to energy efficiency gains of more than 25 per cent since 2002. Rachel Kelly speaks to Geraldine Chin, Chairman and Managing Director, ExxonMobil Asia Pacific to discuss this further. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By 2025, Asean aims to generate up to 23 per cent of its energy through renewable sources. South-east Asia is already home to several large-scale renewable power projects. Over the past few years, Singapore has increased its solar energy capacity exponentially - but this is only one pillar of the energy mix. In a special SIEWcast brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week, Money FM 89.3 and ExxonMobil, Rachel Kelly speaks to Mr Koh Chiap Khiong, CEO, Singapore and Southeast Asia, Sembcorp Industries about the future of Singapore’s energy mix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The International Renewable Energy Agency is an intergovernmental organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future. This year marks the second Singapore-IRENA High-Level Forum which will focus on much needed investments in the region.  IRENA has highlighted that by 2050, a total of US$33 trillion of additional investment—an increase of 30%—will be required to be on track for a 1.5°C pathway. Rachel Kelly speaks to Francesco La Camera Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency to find out his vision for the energy landscape in Asia in 2050.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transition - A buzzword that has dominated energy conversations over the last 2 years.  Liquified Natural Gas or LNG is often seen as a valuable source that can power the shift to renewable sources. To find out more about the key LNG trends Rachel Kelly spoke to Martin Houston, Vice Chairman, Tellurian. This SIEWcast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and Money FM 89.3 in Partnership with ExxonMobil. SIEW is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore aims  to reach net zero by or around mid-century - And as the city state commits to doing its part to tackle climate change - the energy sector plays a key role in reaching the country's targets. Rachel Kelly speaks to Mr Ngiam Shih Chun, Chief Executive, Energy Market Authority as he shares his views on Singapore’s future energy journey. This SIEWcast is brought to you by Singapore International Energy Week and MONEY FM 89.3 in partnership with ExxonMobil. 01:26: What is Singapore's vision for charting the energy transition to 2050? 04:48: What are some of the key challenges when it comes to reaching energy targets for Singapore? 06:07: What are the opportunities and areas of growth for companies?    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If AI can replace junior lawyers overnight, what does that mean for your portfolio tomorrow? In this episode, hosted by Michelle Martin, with guest Arun Pai, Associate Partner, Monk’s Hill Ventures  we unpack how an AI model from Anthropic is unsettling legal firms and deepening the AI scare trade across tech markets. Why did billions evaporate in a single session - was it panic, or a recognition that business models are being rewritten? We explore whether value now lies in proprietary data, ecosystem dominance, or AI infrastructure control.In Asia, Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani and Larry Fink of BlackRock are urging Indians to pivot from gold into domestic equities - could this fuel a 1990s-style retail boom? We assess India’s growth outlook and whether capital rotation signals explosive expansion ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One legend exits, a streaming war reignites, and AI redraws the market map - where should investors focus now? In this episode, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we unpack Warren Buffett’s last portfolio reshuffle at Berkshire Hathaway - trimming Apple, Amazon and Bank of America while adding some well-known names. Berkshire has now been a net seller for 13 straight quarters - is the Oracle signalling caution at peak valuations? In media, Warner Bros Discovery’s $70B content deal with Netflix faces a last-minute push from Paramount - can it outbid and reshape the streaming battlefield? Tech leads markets higher as Nvidia inks a multi-year AI infrastructure deal with Meta, potentially squeezing Broadcom’s edge. In UP or DOWN, we size up Palo Alto Networks’ profit miss, Moderna’s FDA review reversal, and Yangzijiang Maritime’s proposed buyback. Back home, the STI reopens with CapitaLand Investment up while OCBC, DFI Retail and Hongkong Land lag - is Singapore ready to gallop into the Year of the Horse? Hear about  Berkshire Hathaway, Apple, Amazon, Bank of America, New York Times, Domino’s Pizza, Chevron, Warner Bros Discovery, Netflix, Paramount, Nvidia, Meta, Broadcom, Palo Alto Networks, Moderna, Yangzijiang Maritime, CapitaLand Investment, OCBC, DFI Retail, Hongkong Land.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our episode takes us from dormitories in Dubai to data centres in Seattle as investors navigate a market that feels both ambitious and anxious. Centurion Corp eyes Middle East expansion as Amazon stumbles, AMD faces scepticism, and Anthropic rides a post-Super Bowl surge - all while the STI flirts with the 5,000 mark. In this episode, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we unpack Centurion’s “baby steps” into migrant housing demand across the Gulf. US markets pause but remain jittery, with AI reshaping sentiment around Amazon, AMD and Palo Alto Networks. Corporate earnings from Walmart and DoorDash add to the week’s catalysts as India hosts the AI Impact Summit featuring Microsoft and Anthropic. Back home, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding and Keppel Corp outperform while DBS lags the STI.Plus, in UP or DOWN, we size up GuocoLand’s movies and whether Anthropic’s marketing momentum signals something bigger. Hear about:Centurion Corporation, Amazon, AMD, Anthropic, Microsoft, Palo Alto Networks, DoorDash, Walmart, GuocoLand, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, Keppel Corp, DBS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Singapore’s AI ambitions to China’s EV and bubble tea giants - where is the smartest risk-reward right now? Singapore’s Budget 2026 signals an accelerated AI roadmap just as Chinese growth names like BYD, XPeng, Pop Mart and Guming Holdings capture investor attention, hosted by Michelle Martin. We unpack Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s innovation-led strategy and what it could mean for Singapore equities and AI infrastructure plays. Then we pivot to China’s EV landscape as global registrations soften and policy shifts test demand resilience. BYD’s battery leadership and export muscle face off against XPeng’s tech-driven autonomy ambitions.Pop Mart’s IP-powered collectibles and Guming’s beverage expansion highlight the power - and risk - of consumer identity investing. Are these companies building durable global franchises, or riding policy tailwinds and cyclical momentum?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can your child’s $10,000 today really turn into $86,000 - and what does Budget 2026 have to do with it?Michelle Martin unpacks the latest Budget goodies - from CDC vouchers and CPF top-ups to corporate tax rebates - and what they mean for families, seniors and businesses. Daniel Sim, Founder of Golden Goose Properties, breaks down the new voluntary CPF investment scheme and whether those in their late 40s should even consider taking market risk. We explore the bold 864% CPF growth strategy for kids, and the real trade-offs between long-term compounding and short-term liquidity. Plus, what Singapore’s new AI Park at One-North could mean for District 5 property values, rental premiums and long-term capital appreciation. A practical, future-focused conversation on money, mindset and opportunity - hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tucked away at Raffles Hotel is a new start-up with a hefty six figure annual fee for members. It aims to help its members live longer, healthier lives  with preventive health checks and premium therapies on  the market. Michelle Martin sits down with Ashish Chordia, Co-Founder and CEO of ELYX, to explore Singapore’s first concierge longevity service at Raffles Hotel. Instead of fragmented advice and annual check-ups, ELYX offers a coordinated “Circle of Experts” supported by an AI Healthspan Co-Pilot and research team. We unpack how  data  can dynamically shape health in this deep dive into the future of personalised health optimisation and executive longevity - hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is artificial intelligence about to upend trucking, property, and even your portfolio playbook? A former karaoke firm, Algorhythm Holdings, sparks an “AI Scare Trade” after unveiling its SemiCab logistics platform - rattling trucking and real estate services stocks as investors reassess disruption risk. Back home, Singapore’s S$155 billion Budget 2026 boosts AI adoption and business competitiveness just as the Straits Times Index surges past 5,000 for the first time. Wilmar International and United Overseas Land power the rally, with broker targets from UOB Kay Hian and Maybank Securities hinting at further upside. In UP or DOWN, we track Restaurant Brands, Pinterest, Instacart and Cisco as earnings and tariffs reshape sentiment. And in our Last Word, Britney Spears’ US$200 million catalog sale to Primary Wave reminds us that songs now live on balance sheets as much as playlists. A cross-asset conversation on disruption, liquidity and valuation - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. Hear about : Algorhythm Holdings (SemiCab), Wilmar International, United Overseas Land, Restaurant Brands International, Pinterest, Instacart, Cisco, Primary Wave.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You asked for it! Michelle Martin sits down with Dion Thong, Senior Manager, Retirement Withdrawals Department, CPF Board, to demystify CPF LIFE with questions listeners sent in. They tackle common fears - is CPF LIFE truly for life, what happens to your money when you pass on, and is the “up to 6%” interest too good to be true? We unpack enrollment rules, the threshold for inclusion, whether you can switch plans later, and what you can do today to  boost your monthly payouts  Find out: which plan best protects against inflation, which gives the highest starting payout, and how risk-pooling really works behind the scenes. A clear, practical guide to making one of retirement’s most irreversible decisions - hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Dion Thong, Senior Manager, Retirement Withdrawals Department, CPF Board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From red ink to record profits - but how are Grab investors reacting? Grab posts its first full-year profit of US$268 million - and launches a US$500 million buyback - even as shares slide on concerns over growth and its US$425 million acquisition of Stash Financial. On Budget Day, we unpack what Singapore’s AI push, tighter CDC payouts and upskilling drive could mean for markets and households. In UP or DOWN: Apple’s Siri stumbles, McDonald’s value strategy delivers, Cloudflare rides the AI agent wave, and real estate services stocks wobble in the latest AI scare trade. Back home, the STI edges closer to 5,000, with SGX and Singtel leading while CapitaLand Investment slips. And in The Last Word - Avicii’s Wake Me Up crosses 3 billion streams, proving disruption often sounds risky before it sounds iconic. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. In focus today : Grab, Stash Financial, Apple, McDonald’s, Cloudflare, Singapore Exchange (SGX), Singtel, CapitaLand Investment, Spotify.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if Budget 2026 could change the way you use your SRS , own your first home and teach your children about money? Ahead of Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s statement, we unpack ideas that could meaningfully reshape financial security in Singapore from a personal finance perspective.  Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager, Phillip Securities, shares his view on why SRS reform could be a powerful lever for retirement flexibility and tax efficiency. We examine how stronger first-property support can balance affordability without reigniting a property bubble, think through structural cost-of-living solutions - and why financial literacy in schools may be the ultimate long-term hedge. A forward-looking conversation on Singapore budget priorities, hosted by Michelle Martin. For more Budget 2026 insights:https://www.moneyfm893.sg/whats-on/budget-2026/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hasbro soars, Mattel stumbles - and the gap between winners and losers has never looked wider. From a tale of two toymakers to sharp earnings surprises across global giants, today’s Market View unpacks what really drives stocks UP or DOWN. Hasbro jumps to a one-year high as new IP like K-Pop Demon Hunters and Harry Potter reignite growth, while Mattel sinks on discounting pressure and weak holiday sales. We size up mixed earnings signals from Coca-Cola, Ford, Spotify and Gucci-owner Kering, revealing how pricing power and execution are separating leaders from laggards. US markets churn as the S&P 500 briefly hits a record before pulling back, while bold claims from President Donald Trump on 15% growth add policy noise to investor nerves. Closer to home, we track Singapore movers including NTT DC REIT, Wing Tai and Boustead - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this is the show that keeps your peace of mind at the heart of the wealth chase. When everything feels chaotic - wars, inflation, de-dollarisation fears and gold is rising - what if the smartest financial move is knowing when to stop chasing more? Drawing on insights from Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend, the conversation challenges the reflex to maximise, leverage, and hustle at all costs. Michelle and Chris unpack the most common investor mistakes during periods of volatility - from freezing in fear to making emotionally reactive moves. Gold makes a comeback in the headlines, but is it an investment, a hedge, or simply psychological insurance? The discussion also tackles the modern obsession with side hustles and multiple income streams - and whether more money always means more security. At the heart of it all: where to draw the line between building wealth and actually living the life that wealth is meant to support.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.