Your Money with Michelle Martin MONEY FM 89.3

Join Michelle Martin and her guest Tim Phillips, Founder of TimTalksMoney.com for a deep-dive into how to build an optimally diversified ETF portfolio. Also, explore a host of ETF's including the Vanguard Emerging Markets Government Bond ETF.

Dive into strategies for diversifying your ETF portfolio without overdoing it. And what is the key difference investing in US ETF's vs a UCIT's ETF that matters to Singaporean investors? Get insights into Nvidia's meteoric rise and future prospects, and explore potential alternatives amid the AI boom. Plus, Tim shares his top money tip for us today which could mean you enjoy your coffee with greater ease.
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Join the breakneck tour of markets hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. We begin with Top Glove, which is back in the black with a profit of nearly $15 million. Learn about TSMC and Hon Hai's impressive stock performance fueled by Nvidia’s success. Explore the impact of political uncertainty in Europe on IPOs, including Golden Goose, Flix, and Tendam Brands. Get updates on Best Buy, Nintendo, Amazon, and Vodafone in our daily UP or DOWN segment. Finally, delve into the soaring demand for durian in China and its effects on Southeast Asian markets.
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Michelle Martin and guest Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend, delve into the intricacies of CPF LIFE. Discover how CPF LIFE works, and learn strategies to maximize payouts. Explore the risks retirees face and how to mitigate them so your silver years are comfortable.

Compare CPF LIFE with other annuities, and get the checklist on how to decide on the best CPF LIFE plan for your needs. Whether it's topping up your RA or deciding on a payout strategy, we have the expert insights to help you navigate your retirement planning today.
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Join Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang, as they cover Nvidia's meteoric rise, Seatrium's stock plunge amidst an investigation, and Berkshire Hathaway's strategic moves. Tune in for insights into Blackstone, Huawei, Toyota, Boeing, Golden Goose, and SingTel, along with a local market update and the spicy controversy around Samyang noodles in Denmark.
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In Singapore, authorities have advised people not to touch or feed wild birds as a precaution against Avian Flu or H5N1. There have been no cases here so far. Australia however, has reported its first human case of avian influenza. It was the first instance of detection of the H5N1 strain in a person or animal in the country. The child who was severely unwell has since made a full recovery. To date, 7 poultry farms in Australia have been hit by the highly pathogenic avian influenza. The World Health Organisation (WHO) in June reported the first human casualty of the H5N2 strain of Bird Flu. The death took place in Mexico. In the US, top CDC officials have called for more testing of humans and animals. As chicken farms from the US to Australia  grapple with the fears of the spread of avian influenza, what does this mean for ASEAN meat stocks? Are chicken prices about to rise? Michelle Martin finds out with Alethia Capital's Nirgunan Tiruchelvam. 
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Michelle Martin looks at why Asia-Pacific markets are trading higher this morning. In this special solo edition, Michelle dives into Hyundai's record share surge amidst its planned IPO of Hyundai Motor India. Morgan Stanley's top stock picks, including Broadcom, Toast, and Apple, are highlighted, alongside other potential high-growth companies like Alphabet and Tesla. Michelle also reviews local market movements and corporate updates, with a focus on Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, SingTel, and Jardine Cycle & Carriage. Lastly, she covers the impressive opening weekend for a new movie parents may want to check out.
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