Your Money with Michelle Martin

Is the next big thing in wine... something ancient? Jessica Anne Tan, Vinitaly Italian Wine Ambassador, joins Michelle Martin to explore Asia’s growing thirst for heritage varietals. Discover why grapes like Albana, Bellone, and Schioppettino are making a comeback. Learn about a white wine made from a red grape and why it might go well with your hokkien mee. Hear what’s trending at Vinexpo Asia 2025 and where Singapore fits in the future of wine. Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are one- and two-bedders the new darlings of Singapore’s property scene? Sales at One Marina Gardens and Bloomsbury Residences hint at evolving investor appetites. Is Media Circle the next Buona Vista, and are expats and landlords already moving in? Plus, the ultra-rich flock to 21 Anderson—why this project is pulling in $23M buyers. Get the latest on buyer psychology, luxury demand, and market signals in the RCR. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Eugene Lim, Key Executive Officer at ERA Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A U.S. tiremaker gets a turbo boost from Trump’s tariffs — is Goodyear the market’s next big gainer? Bitcoin climbs above $110K — are crypto miners and trading platforms set to ride the next wave? Meet the Chinese EV brand that just beat BMW and Tesla — and it’s not BYD. Plus: Sesame Street finds a new home, and Ralph Lauren polo sales soar. Also in focus: Sunrun, SingTel, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, Xiaomi, Delfi, Mara Holdings, Hongkong Land. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From humble hawker stall to national brand—how do you scale soul food? Dr Abdul Malik Hassan turned a family legacy into over 30 Crave outlets across Singapore. He shares how filial piety, smart strategy, and sheer perseverance shaped his journey. Discover the turning points, challenges, and bold pivots behind Crave’s success. Get hard-won advice for aspiring entrepreneurs building from tradition. Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Dr Abdul Malik Hassan, Founder of Crave.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is safety the new smart money strategy? With inflation lingering and volatility rising, dividend-paying defensive stocks are stepping into the spotlight. Michelle Martin breaks down the appeal of income-generating giants like Novo Nordisk, China Resources Beer, and Netlink Trust. What could a post-Buffett Berkshire Hathaway look like—and what stocks might dominate its future? From geopolitics to trade wars, find out how resilient stocks are navigating shifting global tides. Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Willie Keng, Founder of Dividend Titan (www.dividendtitan.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Markets are down—but stories are heating up. Malaysia’s biggest IPO of the year takes center stage, while Singapore’s SingPost undergoes another leadership shift. Wall Street tumbles as US debt worries mount, but could emerging markets benefit?Pop Mart, Nike, and Canada Goose are in the spotlight in our corporate roundup. We look at DBS’s new CEO and a nostalgic media move to Netflix. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are we out of the woods, or is recession still looming despite tariff relief? Moody’s downgrade puts US Treasuries under fresh scrutiny—should investors be worried? Retail investors are buying the dip—but is the strategy working? European defense ETFs gain ground amid rising global tensions. And in tech, from AI voices to AI arms races—is there anyway to decipher which companies are leading? Hosted by Michelle Martin with guest Swapnil Mishra, author of Investing for the Clueless, Reckless and Overly Cautious.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CATL’s blockbuster IPO powers past market headwinds—what it says about appetite for EV bets. US Treasuries under pressure as Moody’s issues a downgrade—what it could mean for Asian fund flows. HPE and RBC Bearings get bullish calls—are they overlooked gems? Fortnite faces legal fire over an AI voice, even as it returns to Apple’s App Store. City Developments and SIA Engineering post strong updates. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. Featuring: CATL, JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, HPE, Fortnite, RBC Bearings, CDL, SIA Engineering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tech titans' grip on markets may be loosening—what’s next for investors? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode welcomes Tim Phillips, Founder of TimTalksMoney, to unpack the underperformance of the 'Magnificent Seven' and whether a turning point is near. We explore smarter ETF diversification beyond the S&P 500, the strategic edge of global indices, and how to navigate softer T-bill rates. Plus, a close look at big bank earnings and why DBS might still have room to run. Is it time to rebalance your portfolio, trim tech, and lean into global growth? Companies featured: Apple, Microsoft, NVIDIA, Alibaba, DBS, Berkshire Hathaway, Coinbase, Constellation Brands.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore Airlines is soaring to record profits—but is the runway clear ahead?  Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, today’s Market View dives into SIA’s 65% earnings surge and the 7-month bonus bonanza. We unpack SingPost’s worst day ever, IPO drought woes on SGX, and Warren Buffett’s latest trades. Plus, we play UP or DOWN with Alibaba, Coinbase, Walmart, and oil prices. DBS and ST Engineering shine locally while Genting Singapore stumbles.  Here more of the ups or downs of Singapore Airlines, SingPost, SGX, Berkshire Hathaway, Alibaba, Coinbase, Walmart, DBS, ST Engineering, Genting Singapore, Constellation Brands.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.