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RBNZ set to deliver third half-point rate cut to revive economy
NEW Zealand’s central bank is set to deliver its third big interest-rate cut in a row and signal further reductions this year to rekindle…
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Shein executive seeks to reassure investors after Trump crackdown on low-value imports
FAST-FASHION retailer Shein’s executive chairman Donald Tang told investors in a letter on Monday (Feb 17) that “growth remains strong”…
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Sri Trang Agro-Industry swings back to black with Q4 profit of 854.3 million baht
RUBBER group Sri Trang Agro-Industry swung to a net profit of 854.3 million baht (S$34 million) for its fourth quarter ended December,…
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Stocks to watch: Sri Trang Agro-Industry, Sri Trang Gloves, Oiltek International, Aoxin Q&M
THE following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Tuesday (Feb 18). Sri Trang Agro-Industry: The…
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Japan’s historic rate shift is turbo-charging the credit market
JAPAN’S corporate bond market is booming, as an economic rebound and plans to get ahead of higher interest rates encourage a flurry of…
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‘SNL50’ Ratings: Anniversary Special Hits 14.8 Million Viewers on NBC, More Than 200% Above Season Average
NBC’s 50th anniversary special for “Saturday Night Live” hit a very strong 14.8 million viewers on average across NBC and Peacock on…
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Thai Airways set to emerge from debt with plan to double fleet
FIVE years after Thai Airways International filed for bankruptcy protection, the state-controlled carrier’s court-appointed debt…
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BHP sees recovery in steel and copper demand, logs lowest profit in six years
BHP sees signs of economic recovery in China and central bank rate cuts reviving demand for steel and copper but flagged risks to global…
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Southwest Airlines to cut 15% of corporate jobs in first-ever layoffs
SOUTHWEST Airlines will cut about 1,750 jobs in its leadership ranks, a dramatic step to reduce expenses that mark the first layoffs in…
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Renault, Geely deepen partnership with Brazil car sales plan
The venture remains subject to definitive agreements and approval of the relevant regulatory authorities RENAULT and China’s Zhejiang…
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Europe: Stocks mark record closing high as defence stocks soar
EUROPEAN shares marked a record closing high on Monday (Feb 17), boosted by defence stocks as investors priced in the likelihood of…
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Harvey Weinstein Accuses Brother Bob of Financial Betrayal in Lawsuit
Harvey Weinstein, who is jailed at Rikers Island and in failing health while he awaits his third rape trial, has filed an unusual lawsuit…
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Michael van Gerwen: Three-time world champion suffers shock defeat by Irish amateur Michael Flynn in Players Championship
Irish amateur Michael Flynn says his shock victory over three-time world champion Michael van Gerwen is a "massive moment" in his career.…
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Rodgers wants no regrets and urges Celtic bravery against Bayern
Brendan Rodgers wants Celtic to come away from their Champions League play-off against Bayern Munich with no regrets. The visitors trail…
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Kate and children show drawing skills by sharing portraits
The Princess of Wales and her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, have revealed their artistic skills in four…
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Edward Enninful Launches Media, Entertainment Company With Sister Akua Enninful
LONDON – Edward Enninful has a new project in the works, a global media and entertainment company called EE72 which he’s founded with his…
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Sri Trang Gloves back in the black with 556.7 million baht in Q4 net profit
GLOVE maker Sri Trang Gloves (Thailand) posted a net profit of 556.7 million baht (S$22.1 million) in the fourth quarter ended Dec 31,…
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Aoxin Q&M’s largest shareholder calls for EGM to oust executive director
Mainboard-listed Q&M Dental Group (Singapore) holds some 32.78% of Catalist-listed Aoxin’s shares AOXIN Q&M Dental Group’s largest…
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Annabell Fuller: England golfer's Saudi finish fuelling new ambitions for 2025
"I was probably just as happy with that as I would have been if I'd won the tournament," Fuller said. "I so badly wanted to go to Saudi…
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Parisians and New Yorkers Agree—This Classy Coat Is the Chicest Spring Investment You Can Make
I'm all for indulging in trends now and then—I work in fashion, after all—but there are certain items that will forever remain in my…
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Net-a-Porter Sets China Exit Deadline on March 20
Net-a-Porter’s China operation Fengmao, a joint venture between Alibaba and Yoox Net-a-porter, will be terminated on March 20, the…
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Singapore’s financial sector looks to internal hiring, reskilling and flexible structures to fill manpower gaps
AMID high-profile layoffs that have hit some global banks, financial-services firms are still grappling with a shortage of good talent.…
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Talent crunch pushing Singapore’s financial sector to rewrite operations playbook to retain staff
In the race for talent, some banks are re-thinking their operating models, or redefining seniority by performance, not tenure AMID…
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10 Ways To Embrace Your Sensuality Beyond Valentine's Day
As Valentine’s Day has come and gone, and so are most of the messages about romance, plus size lingerie, pole and/or lap dance classes.…