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Thailand monetary policy should remain accommodative, central bank minutes show
The Bank of Thailand will keep monetary policy accommodative to support an economic recovery and remains ready to adjust policy settings…
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NUS selling US$500 million of PE, property funds to manage liquidity, China exposure
Sales of such portfolios often come with a discount to the net asset value in return for getting the capital sooner The National…
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MAS to announce measures to help listcos deliver greater shareholder value in November: Chee Hong Tat
The Republic will be announcing more details of its “Value Unlock” programme in November, said Chee Hong Tat, Minister for National…
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MAS to announce in November measures to help listcos deliver greater shareholder value: Chee Hong Tat
They will include government grants, toolkits, and an expanded suite of engagement platforms The Republic will be announcing more details…
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Sanli Environmental scoops S$281 million LTA contract
Catalist-listed Sanli Environmental won a S$281 million contract from the Land Transport Authority (LTA) on Tuesday (Oct 21). The contract…
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Indonesia plans debut yuan bonds as dim sum issuance hits record
The country is also seeking more funding sources as President Prabowo Subianto tries to boost economic growth Indonesia is planning its…
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Gold falls again as rally comes to halt, Asian markets drop
GOLD and silver tumbled for a second day on Wednesday, bringing a rally in the precious metals to a juddering halt, while equities also…
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Gold extends retreat from record high on profit-booking, trade optimism
The Fed will lower its key interest rate by 25 basis points next week and again in December Gold prices fell further on Wednesday (Oct…
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China says Dutch Nexperia seizure places supply chain at risk
Talks between the two governments come a week after the Dutch state seized control of Nexperia using an emergency Cold-War era law China’s…
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From Prive to Eggslut: the F&B closures in 2025
Operators grapple with soaring rental costs, persistent manpower shortages, and evolving consumer tastes From private members’ clubs and…
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Sovereign wealth funds, including Singapore’s GIC, drive biggest deals in US$3.5 trillion M&A year
Rainmakers at the top investment banks say they expect the flurry of takeovers to continue Deep-pocketed sovereign wealth funds are…
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Citigroup plans to pull lead from LME Singapore warehouses
Companies that deliver metal for rent deals do not have to retain ownership of the metal Citigroup is planning to withdraw large amounts…
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CNMC Goldmine falls 12.4% as gold posts sharpest fall in years
This follows a recent wave of sell-offs amid profit taking by investors who fear that gold’s recent rally has left it overvalued Shares of…
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Gold plunge knocks CNMC Goldmine off pedestal after 400% gain
This follows a recent wave of sell-offs amid profit taking by investors who fear that gold’s recent rally has left it overvalued Shares of…
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Apple’s planned foldable iPad with 18-inch screen hits development snags
Apple’s effort to reinvent the iPad by adding a giant foldable screen has hit development hurdles, potentially delaying the planned…
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Air New Zealand warns of first-half loss as weak bookings and rising costs bite
AIR New Zealand on Wednesday warned it would report a first-half loss after soft local economic conditions dented expectations for a…
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Newcomers shrug off China’s EV headwinds with bets on niche cars
Despite their optimism, it’s unclear how many of the newer entrants will survive the Asian nation’s cutthroat industry For all the talk of…
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Stocks to watch: Seatrium, Keppel DC Reit, Soilbuild Construction
The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Wednesday (Oct 22): Seatrium: The marine…
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Stocks to watch: Seatrium, Keppel DC Reit, Soilbuild Construction, CNMC Goldmine
The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Wednesday (Oct 22): Seatrium: The marine…
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Seatrium rejects ‘wrongful termination’ of US$475 million contract, receives notice of arbitration
The deal is for the construction of a wind turbine installation vessel at a US offshore wind farm Seatrium on Wednesday (Oct 22) said that…
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Asia’s biggest stock exchanges push back against companies hoarding crypto
Three of Asia Pacific’s biggest stock exchanges are pushing back against crypto hoarding vehicles masquerading as listed companies. Hong…
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New JPMorgan skyscraper underlines Manhattan office comeback
JPMorgan Chase officially inaugurated its new Manhattan tower on Tuesday, a 60-story skyscraper that also marks a kind of comeback of…
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KKR says more investment flowing to Asia from US as dollar slips
The New York-based buyout giant is ramping up in Japan, deploying capital at five times the pace of a decade ago Global investors with…
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Gold and silver post steepest drops in years as rally cools
Gold and silver saw their steepest sell-off in years as investors locked in profits on concern that the recent historic rally in the…