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Latest US economic data are showing signs of strength in several corners of the US economy! What does this suggest about the likelihood of a recession? Meanwhile, how is the integration of UBS and Credit Suisse faring so far? Find out with Dan Koh as he speaks to Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong on this episode of Market View.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to Randstad's 2023 Salary and Bonus Expectations report, 53% of respondents who lived and worked in Singapore do not feel that they are fairly compensated for their work contributions. So what does this signal to employers in terms of keeping talent? And how can employers making new hires this year effectively secure top talent? Dan Koh asks Jaya Dass, Managing Director of Permanent Recruitment in Asia Pacific at Randstad.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Market View, Dan Koh speaks to Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong to discuss why technology giant stocks are pulling back overnight - contributing heavily to the Nasdaq’s sharp decline - and how oil prices are moving against the backdrop of Russia’s political instability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Money and Me, Dan Koh speaks to Kevin Fitzgerald, Managing Director, Asia, at Employment Hero about what businesses can do to support their employees through inflation without a raise, and how payroll providers can help businesses navigate economic challenges and better manage cash flow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is Russia’s short-lived insurrection spelling trouble for the global economy? And as we step into the final week of June, where could the stock market be headed after a wild first half? Dan Koh finds out with Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does the recent US Fed’s interest rate decision and new economic projections mean for Singapore REITs? And are investors’ interests rotating from banks to the REITs sector?  Dan Koh unravels these questions and more with Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist and Independent Financial Advisor. They also discuss the attractiveness of REITs today and some signs of a turnaround that investors should be watching closely. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Moody’s Mark Zandi vs Treasury bond investors - who triumphs in the debate over the odds of a US recession? And why is Asia fast becoming the new centre of gravity for cryptocurrency markets? Dan Koh discusses these headlines and more with Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can the integration of alternative investments as part of an investor’s portfolio help reduce market volatility? And what opportunities can be found amidst the rise of alternative assets and luxury asset tokenization as an investment class in Southeast Asia? Dan Koh asks Benjamin Twoon, Co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Alta.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What were some of the key takeaways from Fed Powell’s testimony before the US House Financial Services Committee? And why aren’t investors happy with Intel’s new reporting structure which could potentially help control costs at the chipmaker? Dan Koh breaks down the details with Ryan Huang and Sean Cheong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The topic of ownership has often been a complicated one, especially during the internet's present phase. But that could soon be a problem of the past because one local company is utilising blockchain and related technologies to unlock, enhance and preserve the value of media and entertainment intellectual property. So today on Money and Me, Dan Koh invites Raymond Chua, CEO, Marvion to find out everything you need to know about the Web 3.0 space, how Hybrid Digital Ownership Token (DOT) is improving the overall crypto ecosystem, and the untapped potential of the Web 2.0 and 3.0 space. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.