Money and Me

Wall Street explodes higher as hopes of a U.S.-Iran de-escalation sparked a powerful relief rally across global markets.
But with the Strait of Hormuz still constrained, energy supply risks remain dangerously real beneath the surface.
Are markets transitioning into a new, more volatile regime?
Also, it is getting harder to figure out interest rate direction.
What does a “trapped Fed” mean when inflation stays high but growth weakens?
Michelle Martin explores what this means for your portfolio with Simon Ree, Founder, Tao of Trading.
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Michelle Martin chats with the Chairman of real estate agency Crestbrick for insights into today's valuable property and prospects for future gains.
A sold-out launch in Tampines and rising global uncertainty are reshaping how investors view property.
Rivelle Tampines’ rapid sales at nearly $1,900 psf raise questions about affordability, demand, and the evolving upgrader market.
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are driving relocation interest into Singapore, reinforcing its appeal as a safe-haven destination.
We explore what could trigger temporary renters to become long-term property investors - and what that means for yields.
The AI revolution is quietly transforming demand for office, residential, and industrial space, with winners and losers emerging.
And with Singapore’s aging population, the very definition of “prime property” may be shifting in ways investors can’t ignore.
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When geopolitical shocks ripple through supply chains and markets, what should investors hold onto?
The war’s ripple effects are spreading - from energy disruptions hitting everyday businesses to growing stress across global markets.
Michelle Martin speaks with Swapnil Mishra, Author of Investing for the Clueless, Reckless and Overly Cautious, on how investors are navigating this uncertainty.
We unpack why the US dollar is surging as a safe haven while gold behaves unexpectedly.
Energy and defence stocks are in focus - but are investors chasing momentum too late?
And where can you still find resilience and opportunity in a market defined by volatility, hosted by Michelle Martin.
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Where is the Asian equivalent to Fort Knox? How can you invest in physical gold?
Michelle Martin breaks down the surge in gold investing as prices hit record highs and uncertainty drives demand for safe havens.
With guest Ong Xun Xiang, Head of ETFs at Lion Global Investors, we unpack how gold ETFs offer access without the hassle of storing physical bars.
What exactly is a “physical gold ETF,” and is it truly backed by real gold stored in vaults like Le Freeport Singapore?
We explore the pros, cons, and misconceptions - from “paper gold” fears to liquidity advantages over jewellery and coins.
Plus, what Singapore’s first homegrown gold ETF listing in 20 years means for investors - hosted by Michelle Martin.
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Oil spikes, gold stumbles, and private funds start locking the gates - are investors missing the real risks?
March has reshaped the investing landscape as geopolitical tensions send oil soaring and markets into flux, hosted by Michelle Martin.
Brent crude surges past $120, forcing investors to rethink inflation, energy exposure and portfolio resilience.
At the same time, gold’s unexpected decline challenges its role as the ultimate safe haven in times of crisis.
We also unpack why private credit funds are “gating” redemptions - and what that signals about underlying liquidity risks.
Plus, why Asia may feel the pain of higher oil prices more acutely than the rest of the world - and what investors should watch next.
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