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Commerzbank looks to free up capital to fend off UniCredit
COMMERZBANK chief executive officer Bettina Orlopp is seeking to unlock more capital to pay out or invest, as she makes the case for an…
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Recent US economic data points to a concerned Fed opening the door to series of rate cuts
BAD news is good news again. And the worse tidings that US Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell can bring about for US economic…
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Philippines inflation matches estimate, gives room for rate cuts
PHILIPPINE inflation quickened in October but within market expectations, giving the central bank room to sustain its easing cycle.…
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Amazon still backs Talen nuclear deal after regulator rejection
AMAZON.COM said that it’s committed to building a data centre campus adjacent to a Pennsylvania nuclear plant after the top US energy…
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China's services activity picks up as conditions improve, Caixin PMI shows
BEIJING (Reuters) - China's services activity expanded at the fastest pace in three months in October, helped by early signs that…
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Apple to offer extra Indonesia investment to remove iPhone ban
APPLE has proposed investing almost US$10 million to make additional goods in Indonesia, according to sources familiar with the matter, as…
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Elite UK Reit’s 9-month DPU rises 3.9% on higher distributable income, tax savings
Elite UK REIT on Tuesday (Nov 5) announced earnings that showed its distribution per unit (DPU) climbed while its distributable income…
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Stocks to watch: SIA, CapitaLand Investment, NetLink NBN Trust, Aims Apac Reit, Dyna-Mac
THE following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Tuesday (Nov 5): Singapore Airlines (SIA), SIA…
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Crypto firms including Robinhood, Kraken launch global stablecoin network
A CONSORTIUM of financial technology and cryptocurrency companies including Robinhood, Kraken and Galaxy Digital on Monday (Nov 4)…
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South Korea inflation weakest in almost 4 years, sets stage for more rate cuts
SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea's October headline inflation slowed further to the weakest level in almost four years, data showed on…
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Uber proposes cut to New York City driver base pay on lower gas prices
UBER Technologies is proposing a cut to New York City drivers’ base pay rate, among other recommendations, as it seeks to lower prices of…
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Palantir raises 2024 revenue forecast again on robust AI adoption; shares surge
PALANTIR Technologies on Monday (Nov 4) raised its annual revenue forecast for the third time, betting on strong spending from governments…
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Ella Clark: From Pelican State Pageants to High-Fashion Runways
At just 22, Ella Clark is carving a name for herself as a dynamic model and beauty influencer, combining her Southern charm with an…
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Jamie O'Neill: The Beauty Visionary Behind Skull Sugar Cosmetics
Jamie O'Neill, founder of Skull Sugar Cosmetics, has made waves in the beauty industry with her bold, unique vision. Inspired by her…
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Suzuki unveils its first EV with the e Vitara SUV
Suzuki has taken the covers off its first electric vehicle with the new e Vitara SUV. This new model is 100mm longer and has a 200mm…
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Dad horrified as two-year-old son accidentally rips his own tooth out—"why"
A two-year-old boy who fell and lost a baby tooth has gone viral for the incredibly relaxed way he handled it all. Pauly Long, 32, lives…
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Marriott trims 2024 profit forecast on sluggish China domestic travel demand
MARRIOTT International cut its annual profit forecast on Monday (Nov 4) as weak domestic travel in China overshadows strong group and…
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New York Times tops estimates as digital subscribers grow
NEW York Times reported third-quarter earnings that beat analysts’ expectations, as the company saw an increase in its subscriber count in…
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Trends in Home Textiles: How Birla Excel Leads the Way
Home textiles are evolving, with key trends emphasizing sustainability, personalization, smart textiles, performance, vibrant designs and…
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US: Wall St opens flat as US polls, Fed decision loom large
US STOCKS opened flat on Monday (Nov 4), as traders stayed away from large bets in an action-packed week in which Americans will elect a…
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US CEOs fired more quickly over low stock prices this year, report says
US COMPANIES with lagging stock prices are now quicker to blame management and fire their top executive, but the process of finding a…
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US dollar drops to two-week low as investors take profit on ‘Trump trades’
THE US dollar dipped on Monday (Nov 4) as investors braced for wide-ranging implications for the global economy this week from the outcome…
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Indonesia weighs switching Garuda CEO as part of turnaround plan
INDONESIA is considering switching the chief executive officer at the Garuda Indonesia airline, part of the new government’s push to…
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GLP’s cancelled bond sale trains spotlight on long-term finances
MAJOR Asian logistics operator GLP’s abandoned attempt to return to the bond market after a three-year absence is a reminder of worries…