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VPBank Securities aims to raise 12.7 trillion dong in IPO this month
VPBank Securities, a stock brokerage firm owned by Vietnam Prosperity Bank, aims to raise 12.7 trillion dong (S$622 million) in an initial…
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Nomura to boost rates and FX trading units, sees more market volatility
The push reflects growing doubts around the longevity of the current equities bull run Japan’s Nomura Holdings plans to beef up its…
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New Thai central bank chief says he will work with government but maintain independence
Thailand’s new central bank chief said on Wednesday that he will maintain the independence of the central bank while collaborating with…
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Sephora Deepens Bet on Gen Alpha, Readies Evereden for U.S. Store Launch
Sephora’s Gen Alpha play just got steeper. The retailer is inducting Gen Alpha-focused clean beauty brand, Evereden, to its online…
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The Government Shutdown Will Be Devastating for the D.C. Region
Previous shutdowns have had a significant impact on the regional economy. During the 2013 government shutdown, which lasted just over two…
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Shares of LHN surge 7% after co-living unit lodges SGX listing prospectus
The property portfolio of Coliwoo comprises 25 properties in ‘high-demand locations’ across Singapore Shares of property management…
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Taiwan will not agree to 50-50 chip production deal with US, negotiator says
Taiwan will not agree to a deal with the United States for half of all semiconductor production to take place in the country, the island’s…
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Gold hits record high on US shutdown risks, rate-cut bets
Gold hit a record high on Wednesday (Oct 1) as investors turned to safe-haven assets on growing risks of a US government shutdown, while…
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Daniel Hay: Major failings after former gynaecologist harmed women - report
A former NHS gynaecologist's risky practices and shortcuts contributed to women suffering severe physical harm, a long-awaited report into…
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Thakral Corp divests Yotsubashi Nakano Building in Osaka for 5.3 billion yen
Thakral Corporation announced on Tuesday (Sep 30) that it has completed the divestment of its commercial building, Yotsubashi Nakano…
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Robinhood explores launching prediction markets outside US
The brokerage has viewed it as a source of growth, and the proliferation is blurring the lines between financial markets and the gambling…
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World News Days Focuses on Just the Facts
More than 1,000 news brands from 110 countries participated in World News Day, an annual event that champions fact-based journalism…
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Raffles Medical names former Paragon Reit CFO Woo Yeng Yeng as new finance chief
She will oversee corporate finance, tax, treasury and investor relations, among other matters Raffles Medical has appointed Woo Yeng Yeng…
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Stocks to watch: Suntec Reit, FLCT, Raffles Medical, Metro, LHN, Thakral Corp
The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Wednesday (Oct 1): Suntec Reit: David…
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Shift the AI conversation from cost cutting to revenue
AI isn’t a cost-cutting tool. It’s a revenue multiplier. Yet too many companies are stuck asking how AI can help them run leaner with…
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Singapore overtakes London in list of top 20 IPO markets
The pool of UK-listed firms continues to decline as private equity funds snap up undervalued companies London has slipped out of the…
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US may need more slack in job market to hit 2% inflation: Fed’s Logan
The US labour market likely needs to weaken further for the Federal Reserve to achieve its 2 per cent inflation target, as prices are…
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Fed’s Goolsbee says new tariffs renewing business uncertainty
Inflation remains above the central bank’s 2% goal and has accelerated since April, according to policymakers’ preferred gauge US Federal…
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Nintendo establishes Singapore unit to accelerate South-east Asia business
The maker of video-games series ‘Pokemon’ and the Switch gaming console is also considering setting up a local unit in Thailand Japanese…
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Healthy communities, healthy bottom lines
According to the National Association of Corporate Directors, boardrooms today face a dizzying list of risks: economic volatility,…
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Liverpool news: Arne Slot hits first bumps in the road as Reds boss
"I don't see where Wirtz gets into the team," ex-England captain Wayne Rooney said on The Wayne Rooney Show. "I think it was a lot of…
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OpenAI launches Sora 2 with TikTok-style app
OPENAI on Tuesday released Sora 2, its most advanced video generation model yet, alongside a TikTok-style social app that will let users…
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Amazon adds AI muscle to connected home lineup
AMAZON on Tuesday unveiled the latest generation of connected products, featuring enhanced artificial intelligence capabilities designed…
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Nissan to reboot Xterra SUV as a hybrid, freezes plans for US EV
The Japanese carmaker is undergoing a massive downsizing effort globally as it tries to regain profitability Nissan Motor will revive its…