Your Money with Michelle Martin

Influence: A father and philanthropist's journey from tragedy to trust

What if the most important capital in a nation isn’t money - but care? In this episode of Money and Me, hosted by Michelle Martin, we explore the invisible infrastructure that holds societies together: trust, resilience, and community support. After losing his 26-year-old son Lawrence to depression, philanthropist Yen-Lu Chow set out to transform grief into action by founding the Over The Rainbow Academy. We ask: in a competitive world driven by individual success, can Singapore move from a “me-first” mindset to a “we-first” culture that protects its human capital? See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Money and Me: Budget 2026 & Singapore Property - Buyer’s Market or the Next Boom?

Is Singapore’s property market quietly shifting after Budget 2026?  In this episode of Money and Me, hosted by Michelle Martin, we break down what new policies on foreign work passes, AI investment and housing demand could mean for buyers and investors. Michelle speaks with Christine Sun, Chief Researcher and Strategist at Realion Group (OrangeTee & ETC), about whether the absence of new cooling measures signals confidence that prices have stabilised. They unpack why demand for some Prime and Plus HDB flats appears softer, and why first-time buyers may now prioritise space over central locations. The conversation also explores how stricter foreign hiring rules could affect rental demand and whether Singapore’s push to become an AI hub might boost long-term property values. Finally, Christine shares where investors might find the smartest opportunities in Singapore’s property market in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Market View: Gold Rush, Oil Shock & Sea’s Surprise - Markets Brace for a New Volatility Cycle

Oil shocks, gold surges and a familiar tech giant's stumble - markets are suddenly on edge. In this episode of Market View, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, we unpack the forces shaking global markets - from Sea Ltd’s earnings surprise and share price plunge to Singapore’s growing ambitions as a physical gold hub. Gold prices are surging past historic levels as wealthy investors pile into safe havens and policymakers position Singapore as a regional bullion trading center. Meanwhile, a widening Middle East conflict and the Strait of Hormuz blockade threaten global energy flows, pushing Brent crude above $81 and disrupting LNG supplies. We also run through earnings movers including Target, Best Buy, Swiss sneaker maker On, DFI Retail Group and Wilmar International. Plus: the next computing revolution may not be in your phone - tech giants like Qualcomm, Meta, Google and Apple are racing to build AI-powered wearables that blend seamlessly into everyday life. Companies mentioned: Sea Ltd., Target, Best Buy, On Holding, DFI Retail Group, Wilmar International, ST Engineering, Keppel, CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, Qualcomm, Meta, Google, Samsung, Apple, OpenAI. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Influence: Give to Gain - Healing at the Margins

What does it mean to see 70 patients a day - and still believe you are living your dream? On Influence, hosted by Michelle Martin, we are celebrating champions ahead of IWD which falls on March 8th, under the 2026 theme “Give To Gain.” Dr Deanna Koh, Resident Physician and Clinical Research Lead at SATA CommHealth Medical Centre for Migrant Workers, shares life on the frontline serving Singapore’s most marginalised. Dr Koh reveals what she has gained - and what young women dreaming of medicine need to know about the reality behind the calling. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Money and Me: Is Singapore’s IPO Engine Roaring Back?

Is the so-called “sleepy” Singapore market waking up - or are we at the start of a full-blown IPO revival? In this episode of Money and Me, hosted by Michelle Martin, we unpack Southeast Asia’s reopening equity capital markets with Art Karoonyavanich of DBS. Trading volumes are up to S$1.65 billion a day in early 2026, and billion-dollar deals like UI Boustead REIT are landing smoothly despite tariff headlines. We explore why CapitaLand India Trust and Lendlease REIT can raise fresh capital even amid global trade noise - and what that says about investor confidence. Beyond property, we examine Ultragreen’s S$520m tech IPO and whether healthtech, AI and digital infrastructure are next in line. Is Singapore simply benefiting from regional recovery — or positioning itself as Southeast Asia’s IPO hub for the next cycle? See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.