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Amova bets on ‘new Singapore’ sectors as MAS expands EQDP
It believes these industries represent the structural future of the country’s economy Renewable energy, innovation-driven healthcare,…
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Amova bets on ‘new Singapore sectors’ as MAS expands EQDP
It believes these industries represent the structural future of the country’s economy Renewable energy, innovation-driven healthcare,…
Business
Saic’s India venture to invest up to US$440 million on expansion, deepen bet on hybrids, EVs
MG Motor, a joint venture between China’s Saic Motor and India’s steel-to-cement JSW Group, plans to invest up to US$440 million to expand…
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Alibaba leads tech slide after Pentagon briefly shows blacklist
The 1260H list now includes more than 130 entities accused of working with the Chinese military. Alibaba Group Holding led a Chinese…
Business
AirAsia chief says brand unit is nearing Nasdaq backdoor listing
AirAsia founder Tony Fernandes said that the Asian airline’s branding unit is closing in on a Nasdaq-listed target for a backdoor listing…
Culture
Japan’s Streaming Market Hits $7.2 Billion as Netflix, Prime Video and U-Next Dominate, Report Finds
Japan‘s premium video-on-demand sector achieved $7.2 billion in total revenue during 2025, marking a 15% year-over-year increase,…
Business
Macquarie-led group to buy Qube Holdings for A$11.7 billion
A group led by Macquarie Asset Management will buy Qube Holdings in a deal worth around A$11.7 billion (S$10.5 billion), as the Australian…
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Laopu Gold, CMOC shares jump on addition to Hang Seng index
The reshuffle is closely watched as a sign of which listed companies have excelled across key metric Shares of Chinese jeweller Laopu Gold…
Business
Uber targets US$1 billion boost with 2026 European expansion
The company expects the move to generate an additional US$1 billion in gross bookings over the next three years Uber plans to expand its…
Business
What is behind the spike in pothole related call-outs?
I was driving on the B653 - a well-used country road - when the pothole loomed. The road was too narrow to swerve, and we heard a nasty…
Business
Gold prices dip on firmer US dollar
Gold edged lower on Monday (Feb 9) as the US dollar rose after bullion notched a more than 2 per cent gain in the previous session, as…
Business
A family fights to keep control of 157-year-old firm in Japan
Nearly half of Japan’s listed companies are tied to a founding family, many of which no longer have enough equity to guarantee control…
Business
Marco Polo Marine Q1 gross profit up 32% at S$14 million on fleet additions
Integrated marine logistics company Marco Polo Marine on Monday (Feb 16) posted revenue for its first quarter ended Dec 31, 2025, of…
Business
Rampant AI demand for memory is fuelling a growing chip crisis
The fundamental reason for the squeeze is the buildout of artificial intelligence data centres A growing procession of tech industry…
Fashion
Julianne Hough Braves the Cold in Open-toe Mules at Khaite’s Fall 2026 Show
Stepping out in sandals during winter in New York City isn’t for the faint of heart. But on Saturday, Julianne Hough made a compelling…
Business
Stocks to watch: ThaiBev, Marco Polo Marine, Lendlease Reit, Centurion, HPL
The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Monday (Feb 16): Thai Beverage: The…
Lifestyle
Sandy Liang Fall 2026: Favorite Things
Sandy Liang’s fall collection was one sweet treat. Following her runway show Sunday, Liang said she was inspired by two of her favorite…
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US forces board second sanctioned oil tanker in Indian Ocean
US military boarded an oil tanker in the Indian Ocean after tracking the vessel for thousands of miles, saying it tried to circumvent…
Culture
The Top Five Sneakers From the 2026 NBA All-Star Game
The NBA All-Star Game seems to have found a competitive format this year its three-team, “USA vs. World” round-robin tournament. As the…
Business
Centurion Corp eyes Middle East expansion while shoring up domestic presence
The property player is targeting worker and mid-skilled housing in around three countries in the Middle East 2025 was a landmark year for…
Business
A lot of bull: As STI breaches 5,000, what more can we call for?
We should shift the whole market to unit shares, and get rid of the inefficient odd lot market that investors are sometimes forced into…
Culture
EUR/USD expected to continue uptrend after recent short-term correction
THE euro is the second most traded currency by volume globally and forms the most actively traded currency pair with the US dollar. It is…
Business
Positive reaction to market reforms opens door to broader enhancement of growth capital sector
The result could be a bigger pipeline of new listings, and some struggling listed companies going private Back in November, this column…
Fashion
Visa-only Games highlights Europe’s payments headache
Anyone trying to buy a souvenir at the official Olympic stores at the Milano Cortina Games will have been exposed to an issue troubling…