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China’s Baidu eyes robotaxi expansion to Singapore and Malaysia
The development comes as Tesla prepares to launch its Cybercab robotaxi network within days Baidu is planning to launch its Apollo Go…
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Texas Instruments Announces $60B Investment to Strengthen US Tech Backbone with Analog Chip Expansion
American semiconductor giant Texas Instruments (TI) is taking one of the industry's most substantial technology leaps in recent years. The…
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Perennial explores Reit listings in China with ‘aggressive’ expansion in medical, eldercare sectors
Property playerPerennial Holdings is exploring real estate investment trust (Reit) listings in China – one for commercial properties and…
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Emirates to hire 5,000 cabin crew amid expansion drive
Dubai’s Emirates airline is looking to hire 5,000 new cabin crew globally this year, with a recruitment roadshow set in Singapore next…
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Singapore Plans to Acquire 2 Malaysian-Owned Land Plots for Woodlands Checkpoint Expansion
The Singapore Land Authority (SLA) announced the acquisition of two land parcels on Wednesday, Jun 4, for the refurbishment and extension…
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WeRide Saudi Arabia expansion boosts autonomous mobility
WeRide, an autonomous driving technology firm, has announced its expansion into Saudi Arabia, a move that aligns with its global growth…
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Malaysia’s Petronas aims for China, Vietnam expansion while seeking long-term LNG supply
Malaysia’s Petroliam Nasional, or Petronas, aims to expand its liquefied natural gas (LNG) sales into markets such as China and Vietnam…
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Labubu maker Pop Mart flagged for global expansion potential; CGSI initiates coverage
[Hong Kong] CGS International (CGSI) has initiated coverage on Pop Mart’s stock with an “add” rating, citing the group’s transformation…
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BYD breaks ground on Cambodia EV plant as part of global expansion
CHINESE carmaker BYD has broken ground on a US$32 million passenger electric vehicle (EV) plant in Cambodia, marking its latest move to…
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Prada Outlines Strategic Expansion Plans as Q1 Sales Gain 13%
MILAN — While reporting a 13 percent increase in revenues for Prada Group in the first quarter of the year, Andrea Guerra characterized…
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Suntec Reit sees subdued retail sales, expects office, retail tenants to hold off expansion plans
Office and retail tenants are expected to hold off on their expansion plans amid uncertainty over the impact of US tariffs, said the…
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Huawei’s expansion in smart driving stirs competition, scrutiny
Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi’s pivot into cars has become a high-profile success story. Its SU7 is a hit, forecast to sell 350,000…
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China’s Nio looks to European partners to overcome expansion challenges
Nio, which is preparing to launch its lower-priced Firefly and Onvo sub-brands in Europe, is recalibrating its expansion strategy due to…
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LoveShackFancy’s Retail Expansion Game Plan: Open in Lifestyle Centers With Food and Drink
When it comes to opening new retail stores, LoveShackFancy has specific criteria. The company, known for catering to a multigenerational…
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DP World continues expansion in Brazil
Logistic giant DP World has opened a new freight forwarding office in the Brazilian city of São Paulo. The new location in the Jardim…
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China credit expansion beats forecast on bond sale deluge
China’s credit expanded more than expected in March as the government accelerated bond offerings to help the economy offset the impact of…
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Not just another wing: MBS’ new US$8 billion expansion project will have its own brand and luxury experiences
In a couple of months’ time, construction will begin on Marina Bay Sands’ (MBS) expansion project – a new ultra-luxury resort destination…
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Amazon seeks partners for US$15 billion warehouse expansion plan
Amazon.com is considering a US$15 billion warehouse expansion plan for nearly 80 new logistics facilities in US cities and rural areas…
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Marcolin Sees Profitability Growth in 2024 Amid Stable Sales and Strategic Brand Expansion
MILAN — Eyewear firm Marcolin closed 2024 on solid ground, with improved profitability and growth in the key Europe, Middle East and…
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Xiaomi raises US$5.5 billion in share sale for business expansion
China’s Xiaomi Corp said on Tuesday it had raised US$5.5 billion in an upsized share sale that will help fund the acceleration of its…
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Meituan’s revenue jumps 20% in a boost for global expansion
Meituan’s quarterly revenue climbed 20 per cent, suggesting the Chinese meal delivery leader is successfully fending off new domestic…
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CEO of Brazilian Furniture Company Ornare Discusses Expansion Through New Milan Outpost
MILAN — Husband-and-wife duo and engineers Murillo and Esther Schattan started Ornare in 1986, filling a void in the Brazilian market for…
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Top Thai hospital operator hastens expansion on foreign demand
THAILAND’S biggest private hospital operator will add more new beds than previously planned on expectations that an ageing local…
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EXCLUSIVE: Studs Continues Retail Expansion With 10 New Stores
Studs is continuing its rapid retail growth with 10 stores opening this year. The five-year-old ear-piercing studio is opening a fleet of…