Your Money with Michelle Martin

Influence: The New Luxury Code - Ben Jones on Mandala Club, ICON1C & the Experience Economy

Meet an insider in Singapore's private club scene. Michelle Martin speaks with Ben Jones, Founder of Mandala Club and Co-founder of ICON1C, to unpack the evolution of modern luxury. From curated community experiences to a bold expansion of Mandala’s physical footprint, Ben shares how private clubs are shifting from exclusivity to meaningful connection. We explore ICON1C’s vision of building a global “house of brands,” including the revival of the 1880 community and its next chapter. Plus, the rise of “social wellness” with ventures like the Mandala Racquet Club, and why offline experiences are becoming the ultimate luxury currency. Where is the experience economy headed next? Find out in this episode of Influence. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Money and Me: REIT Opportunity  & the Mid-Cap Alpha Hunt

S-REITs are under pressure - where is smart money quietly stepping towards? Rising oil prices linked to the Strait of Hormuz are driving costs higher and dragging REIT valuations lower. The iEdge S-REIT Index has slipped, but analysts say this correction may be opening a rare window of opportunity. We unpack First REIT’s Indonesian divestment and whether its special distribution is reward - or warning. Plus, CapitaLand Ascendas REIT’s bold S$900M global data centre bet and why mid-cap REITs could outperform the blue chips. Where should investors look next 0 and what risks are being mispriced? Hosted by Michelle Martin with Kenny Loh, REIT Specialist and Wealth Advisory Director. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Market View: Oil Blockade Shock, AI Chip Plays & Earnings Season - Amkor, Apple, TSMC in Focus

Markets are rallying - but what does oil flashing over $100 indicate? Geopolitics takes centrestage as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate, with oil prices surging past US$100 and raising questions about whether this is strategy or shock. We unpack the counterintuitive idea that higher oil prices could be a geopolitical tool - and what that means for China, inflation, and markets. In stock focus, Amkor Technology rides the AI boom with ties to Apple and TSMC, while Wee Hur draws bullish calls from DBS. Earnings season kicks off with Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, BlackRock and Netflix all in focus. Corporate movers include Hermès, GSK and Olam, while the STI sees gains led by Singapore Exchange - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Market View: Amazon to sell AI chips, Oil Shock & The Unexpected Winners

Markets are rallying on peace hopes - but oil is telling a very different story. We unpack Amazon’s bold move against Nvidia and what it means for the future of AI economics. From GLP-1 weight loss drugs reshaping retail demand to a tiny shipping ETF becoming a real-time war gauge, second-order effects are driving markets. China’s EV exports surge as oil shocks accelerate the energy transition narrative. In corporate news, Samsung faces selling pressure while Meta doubles down on AI ambition. All eyes on the STI as global tensions ripple through local markets - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

READ : Beyond Belief by Nir Eyal

Bestselling author Nir Eyal shares how our beliefs shape our lives. Our beliefs can either hold us back or propel us toward our dreams. Sometimes we may not even be aware of the beliefs that are running us. Like invisible background code, our beliefs shape our perception of possibility, are the bedrock for motivation and determine when and if we quit on the journey to our biggest dreams. Michelle and Nir discuss limiting money beliefs, the power of prayer and the self-fulfilling power of labels. Go beyond the page of Nir Eyal's new book " Beyond Belief" in this edition of READ with Michelle. Watch the full interview on YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.