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Yoma Strategic’s H2 profit falls 12.4% to US$18.3 million
Yoma Strategic Holdings posted a 12.4 per cent decline in net profit for the second half-year ended Mar 31 to US$18.3 million, from…
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Julius Baer faces US$156 million loan loss charge
Julius Baer Group said it’s booking another large loss from property developments it helped finance, just as the Swiss wealth manager is…
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Britain's M&S says cyberattack to cost US$400 million
British retailer Marks & Spencer said on Wednesday (May 21) a “highly sophisticated cyber” attack would cost it about US$403 million in…
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Singapore’s ultra-rich among wealthy Asians snapping up property in Dubai
Property cooling measures may have dampened housing demand here, but Singapore’s ultra-rich are among high net-worth individuals (HNWI)…
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Covid-19 testing demand surges as cases spike across Asia
Phase Scientific has developed the world’s first urine-based human papillomavirus test, and is planning to expand that business globally…
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Labubu maker Popmart flagged for global expansion potential; CGSI initiates coverage
[Hong Kong] CGS International (CGSI) has initiated coverage on Pop Mart’s stock with an “add” rating, citing the group’s transformation…
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Labubu maker Pop Mart flagged for global expansion potential; CGSI initiates coverage
CGS International (CGSI) has initiated coverage on Pop Mart’s stock with an “add” rating, citing the group’s transformation from a toy…
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Nvidia says US export controls on AI chips to China were ‘a failure’
The world’s second-largest economy to invest aggressively to develop a supply chain that does not rely on manufacturers outside the…
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Nvidia CEO praises Trump move to scrap some AI export curbs
US export controls on artificial intelligence (AI) chips to China were “a failure” as they have cost American companies billions of US…
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Toyota takes all-hybrid plunge with its best-selling US vehicle
Toyota Motor is scrapping the gas-powered version of its best-selling vehicle in the US as the Japanese carmaker doubles down on its push…
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Vietnam approves establishment of Sun PhuQuoc Airways
Vietnam’s Prime Minister, Pham Minh Chinh, has approved the establishment of a new airline, Sun PhuQuoc Airways, the official Vietnam News…
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Former Citigroup traders drop Hong Kong lawsuit on cost concerns
Two former Citigroup traders in Hong Kong abandoned their employment lawsuits after weighing the costs and difficulties of taking it to a…
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Temasek’s SeaTown to invest up to S$115 million in Singapore healthcare firm AddVita
SeaTown Holdings, an investment manager indirectly owned by Temasek, said on Wednesday (May 21) it is committing up to S$115 million in…
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SingPost names Teo Swee Lian as chairman-designate
Singapore Post (SingPost) appointed Teo Swee Lian, 65, as chairman-designate and non-independent, non-executive director with effect from…
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Singapore central bank chief says US dollar assets irreplaceable
Factors that the market are paying attention to include any prospect for slower growth and higher inflation in America as well as cues on…
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Monetary Authority of Singapore MD says US$ assets irreplaceable
Factors that the market are paying attention to include any prospect for slower growth and higher inflation in America as well as cues on…
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PwC launches AI hub in Singapore with over US$4 million commitment
PwC launched an artificial intelligence (AI) hub in Singapore on Wednesday (May 21), committing more than US$4 million over a three-year…
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CapitaLand Investment launches 5 billion yuan China fund
CapitaLand Investment (CLI) on Wednesday (May 21) announced the launch of its first onshore master fund in China, the CLI RMB Master Fund,…
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Stocks to watch: CapitaLand Investment, CDL, SingPost, SIA Engineering, Delfi, SLB, Dasin Retail Trust
The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Wednesday (May 21). CapitaLand Investment…
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US sets the stage for duties on battery materials from China
The US Commerce Department set the stage for anti-subsidy duties on imports of key battery components from China, after concluding…
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Westpac to cut 1,500 jobs, simplify operations: report
The company says it regularly adjusts its workforce based on shifting investment priorities Westpac Banking Corp (Westpac) is planning to…
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Tesla on track to launch robotaxi trial in Austin, Texas, by June end, Musk says
Tesla is set to begin a test of its long-promised robotaxi service on schedule in Austin, Texas, by the end of June, chief executive Elon…
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Maybank Securities positive on MAS equities review given niche in mid-cap players: CEO Aditya Laroia
The Singapore government’s attempt to revive its local stock market is a much-needed move to boost Singapore’s financial hub status, and…
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Chanel profit tumbles as luxury industry downturn hits sales
Chanel profit plunged last year as the closely held company splurged on expanding its retail network and marketing to remain visible amid…