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Office property meltdown is starting to surface at US banks
SLUMPING office property values are rippling through US banks, with smaller lenders in particular ramping up the use of loan modifications…
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US dollar set for best week in a month on cautious Fed outlook for 2025
The US dollar headed for its best weekly performance in a month on Friday (Dec 13), as investors priced in the possibility of the Federal…
Business
US foreign investment panel split on Nippon-US Steel deal: FT
THE US Treasury has informed Japan’s Nippon Steel that the panel reviewing its proposed US$14.9 billion purchase of US Steel has not yet…
Business
Tuan Sing CEO and director add to stakes
Over the five trading sessions from Dec 6 to 12, institutions were net sellers of Singapore stocks, leading to a net institutional outflow…
News
How Much Americans Spend on Fast Food
Fast food is a major part of American life. It’s quick, easy, and everywhere, making it a popular choice for many. But have you ever…
Culture
Concert Merch Prices: 20-Year Analysis
Ever wondered why concert merch is so pricey? Over the past 20 years, the cost of band merchandise at concerts has seen quite a rise. From…
News
US court rejects Tiktok request to temporarily halt pending US ban
A US appeals court on Friday (Dec 13) rejected an emergency bid by TikTok to temporarily block a law that would require its Chinese parent…
Business
Allianz scraps proposed acquisition of Singapore’s Income Insurance: source
Allianz has scrapped a proposed US$1.5 billion euro (S$2.1 billion) acquisition of a 51 per cent stake in Singaporean firm Income…
Politics
Oil up 2%, settles at 3-week high as more sanctions loom on Russia, Iran
Oil prices climbed about 2 per cent on Friday (Dec 13) to settle at a three-week high, on expectations that additional sanctions on Russia…
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Tony Robbins Explains Why High Energy Leads to Success
Energy stands as the cornerstone of transformation in every aspect of life – from business success to personal relationships and physical…
Business
NRIC should not be treated as sensitive unique identifiers: MDDI
NATIONAL Registration Identity Card (NRIC) numbers should not be treated as sensitive, and instead be viewed as full names currently are,…
Business
Currencies drop as China disappointment rattles emerging markets
EMERGING-market currencies in Asia and the South African rand retreated as China’s policy makers appeared to disappoint investors…
Business
Stamford Tyres H1 profit tumbles 75% to S$401,000 on increased expenses
Revenue falls 1.2 per cent to S$94.5 million but other expenses shoot up 80.3 per cent to S$2.9 million TYRE and wheel distributor…
Business
Schroders seeks buyers for Indonesia unit with US$4 billion in assets: sources
SCHRODERS is looking to sell its Indonesian business, according to two sources with knowledge of the matter, as the UK-headquartered…
Business
HSBC sent fintech Stenn into administration over fears about client list
HSBC Holdings triggered the shuttering of trade-finance firm Stenn Technologies after uncovering transactions that were supposed to be…
Business
TJX Mastercard: Benefits Guide
If you’re someone who loves a good bargain at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, or HomeGoods, the TJX Mastercard might just be your new best friend.…
Business
Vibrant Group reverses into black with S$3.3 million H1 profit
The logistics company booked a loss of S$3.2 million in the previous corresponding period LOGISTICS company Vibrant Group has posted a net…
Business
UOB names its corporate banking head Leong Yung Chee as new group CFO
UOB has appointed Leong Yung Chee, its current head of group corporate banking, as its next group chief financial officer (CFO), the bank…
Business
50 Best Performing Stocks in History
Ever wondered which stocks have made the biggest impact over the years? We’re diving into the top 50 best-performing stocks in history.…
Lifestyle
Home Chef Menu Prices: Full List
Ever wondered how much is Home Chef? Well, you’re not alone. Home Chef is a popular meal kit service that brings fresh ingredients…
Business
Panin Bank acquisition could add 2-3% to DBS or OCBC profit: RHB
Broker notes that a sale is attractive, given the scarcity of such deals and Jakarta-listed bank’s status as a mid-sized lender with total…
Business
Global M&A deal value set to hit ‘middling’ US$3.5 trillion by end 2024: Bain
THE global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market is set to end the year with a “middling” overall deal value of US$3.5 trillion, indicated…
Business
Global M&A deal value will hit ‘middling’ US$3.5 trillion by end-2024: Bain
THE global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market is set to end the year with a “middling” overall deal value of US$3.5 trillion, indicated…
Business
5 Asian business titans who died in 2024, and created giant legacies
AS 2024 draws to a close, we take a look at the lives of prominent businessmen who died this year, and their legacies which left a big…