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GXS’ acquisition of Validus’ Singapore business a sign of market validation
The recent acquisition of small and medium enterprise (SME) lender Validus’ Singapore business is a sign of market consolidation and…
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Some China companies eyeing Singapore listings to expand markets amid trade war: sources
AT LEAST five companies from mainland China or Hong Kong are planning IPOs, dual listings, or share placements in Singapore in the next 12…
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Income’s financial advisory arm wants to capture demand for alternative investments
Amid growing demand for private market and alternative investment products in Singapore, financial advisers are increasing efforts to…
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Directors in developers and maritime stocks elevating interests
OVER the four trading sessions from May 9 to 15, institutions were net sellers of Singapore stocks, with net institutional outflow of S$55…
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Binance, Kraken are said to have been targets of hacks
Binance and Kraken are among major crypto exchanges that have been targeted by the same type of social-engineering hack that was recently…
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Brazilian "Supercows" Reportedly Close to Achieving World Domination
More Cowbell In southeastern Brazil, bovine beauty pageants help determine the most genetically desirable cows in the world — and these…
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The President Who Became a Prophet
On April 1st, the day before President Donald Trump’s tariffs cratered global markets, House Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters “to trust…
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OpenAI to help UAE develop one of world’s biggest data centres
OpenAI plans to help develop a massive new data centre in the United Arab Emirates that may eventually be one of the largest in the world,…
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Nordstrom Shareholders Give Thumbs-up on Privatizing
Nordstrom Inc. shareholders have approved the company’s plan to go private. The green light by shareholders, which was expected, was…
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Europe: Stoxx 600 rounds off fifth week of gains, Cartier-parent Richemont advances
European shares rounded off their fifth week of gains on Friday (May 16), as trade deals out of the US eased tariff worries and strong…
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MFI Retail Chain Back After Collapsing Nearly 20 Years Ago
Nearly 20 years after collapsing into administration a beloved retail chain is making a surprise comeback. MFI is set to make its grand…
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Foot Locker Does Not Believe in Golden Parachutes
Inc.’s CEO Mary Dillon does not have a golden parachute. Speculation is building about the executive’s future at the retailer following…
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Harry’s New Razor Is Finally Here
Though Harry’s Plus Razor just dropped, the brand has been a household name for years—walk through Target or scroll through shaving…
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5 Classic Shinola Watches Making the Geneva Kingpins Skittish
Shinola watches are literally built different. Detroit can lay claim to more than its share of important exports, from Motown and the Big…
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Engineering Reliability into Government and Financial Systems: The Industry Impact of Tulasiram Yadavalli
In the modern digital economy, data transmission is the lifeblood of industries such as finance, healthcare, and retail. The demand for…
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Long Considered Second-tier, Affiliate Marketing Gains Ground
Emerging brands are not just new and scrappy, but are becoming increasingly sophisticated in getting the word out, tapping into the full…
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Bridging Digital and Physical: Insights from Worldpay's 2025 Global Payments Report
In the fast-moving world of global commerce, Worldpay's 2025 Global Payments Report delivers an essential snapshot of how technology,…
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The Creator Economy's Next Chapter: Building Growth, Community, and Care
The creator economy is now a foundational pillar of modern marketing, entertainment, and entrepreneurship on track to surpass $480 billion…
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Warren Buffett Retires But the Next Investment Oracle Might Be an Algorithm
It's the end of an era for Warren Buffett, the legendary "Oracle of Omaha," as he announced at Berkshire Hathaway's 2025 annual…
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Why Criminal Background Checks Are Wise for Risk Management
Every decision you make when starting a business influences your success, especially those concerning who you work with. Initial investors…
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China solar firms to speed up global push amid tariff truce
Chinese solar companies will continue their expansion into emerging overseas markets during a 90-day tariff truce between the US and China…
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US: Wall Street builds on strong weekly showing as trade, inflation jitters ease
Wall Street’s main indexes opened higher on Friday (May 16), building on this week’s gains fuelled by a US-China tariff truce and tamer…
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A Short List of the Best Short Shorts for Men
The heat is rising, the sun is shining, and the thighs are ready: ‘tis the season when the best short shorts for men come out to play.…
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HSBC revamps financing, advisory to help private credit push
HSBC Holdings is reorganising its capital markets and corporate advisory units into a new business as part of a plan aimed at helping…