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Escalating Trump-Fed tensions jolt markets; STI down 0.3%
The local bourse closed lower on Tuesday (Aug 26) amid a regional sell-off triggered by US President Donald Trump’s unprecedented…
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This is why your thought leadership stories aren’t getting any traction
My first job as an opinion columnist was here at Fast Company, writing the back page column for the magazine, circa 2006 or so. The column…
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Thailand to meet this year's rice export target by focusing on strong markets
Thailand is hoping to meet its rice export target of 7.5 million metric tons this year by seeking more deals in markets where demand is…
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Suzuki Motor to invest US$8 billion in India over next 5 to 6 years
It will increase production, launch new models and defend its market share in the world’s third-largest car market [HANSALPUR, India]…
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GLP secures 2.5 billion yuan investment for China data centre
Logistics company GLP said on Tuesday it had secured an investment of 2.5 billion yuan (S$449 million) from Zhejiang government-backed…
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Transport for London (TfL) asks mobile users to wear headphones
Transport for London (TfL) is targeting the "disruptive behaviour" of passengers who play music and make calls using mobile phone…
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Is Scoot’s first loss in 12 quarters a worrying sign for SIA shareholders?
Scoot, the budget offshoot of Singapore Airlines (SIA), has been adding routes to its network, including some that were previously served…
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A*Star biotech spin-off Mirxes trims losses to US$28.4 million as top line grows
Higher revenue is driven by increased contributions from its early detection and precision multi-omics segment Local biotech startup…
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Food inflation: Rising chocolate and egg prices drive up rates
The rising cost of chocolate, butter and eggs has helped drive food price inflation to its highest in 18 months, a survey says. Food…
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Great Eastern sets sights on expanding high-net-worth capabilities, doubling new business value
Great Eastern Life – the oldest and longest-established life insurance group in Singapore and Malaysia – has signalled plans to…
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Nomura doubles minimum work-from-office requirement in Japan
Nomura Holdings plans to start requiring employees in Japan to spend the equivalent of two days a week in the office – double the current…
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China to expand carbon market to major industries by 2027
China will accelerate the expansion of its carbon market to incorporate major industries by 2027, according to guidelines issued by top…
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China’s exports of semi-finished steel surge by more than 300%
China has more than quadrupled its exports of steel in semi-finished form so far this year, adding to an unprecedented flood of the metal…
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Australia’s RBA signals more rate cuts ahead, pace undecided
Australia’s central bank board judged further policy easing would likely be needed over the coming year when it cut rates this month, and…
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Biotech Beauty Company Debut Raises $20 Million
Biotech beauty company Debut has secured $20 million in investment to enhance its AI-driven ingredient discovery platform and expand its…
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Top 10 Bestselling Brands on Sephora.com and Ulta.com During H1
During the first half of 2025, consumers flocked to Ulta.com and Sephora.com to stock up on their beauty faves and several brands stood…
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Danantara seeking 50 trillion rupiah in bonds from ‘patriot’ investors
Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund has reported US$1 trillion in assets under management, and oversees nearly 900 state firms Indonesia’s…
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BYD ships first made-in-Thailand EVs to Europe
Just over a year after Chinese auto giant BYD invested nearly half a billion dollars in a new plant in Thailand’s Rayong province, the…
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This man keeps buying and returning 110-pound anvils on Amazon
An Illinois man keeps buying and returning 110-pound anvils on Amazon—until “someone does something about it,” he says. The creator, who…
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‘Love Island USA’ Season 7 Reunion: Olandria and Chelley Confront Huda, Jeremiah Calls Out Ace, Bryan Responds to Cheating Allegations and More
The “Love Island USA” Season 7 cast reunited for the first time since leaving the island in July for the premiere of the highly…
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Asia: Stocks down after Trump Fed firing, tariff threats
ASIAN stocks retreated on Tuesday after a series of market-rattling announcements by US President Donald Trump, including the unusual…
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Mitsubishi Corp buys strategic stake in Singapore’s Fullerton Health
Fullerton Health notes that it will leverage its ‘robust footprint’ as well as digital and AI capabilities to roll out regional and local…
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GIC in talks to invest in Goodman’s data centres: report
Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund GIC is considering a proposal to invest in data centre assets owned by Australian property firm Goodman…
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Haidilao down most since April after hotpot chain sales decline
Consumers in China are turning frugal as concerns around a slowing economy affect investment and consumption Haidilao International…