Singapore expects economy to improve in second half of 2024
By Xinghui Kok SINGAPORE Singapore expects muted prospects for its economy in the short-term amid global uncertainty, but
2023-10-30 12:17
HSBC Q3 pre-tax profit more than doubles but misses estimates
HONG KONG/LONDON HSBC Holdings reported a 240% increase in third-quarter pre-tax profit on Monday as higher interest rates
2023-10-30 12:15
Paternity Leave Gains Momentum in Japan Amid Government Push
A year after revisions to Japan’s paternity leave system, the number of new fathers taking childcare leave has
2023-10-30 11:53
Evergrande Liquidation Hearing Delayed in ‘The Last Adjournment’
China Evergrande Group, the world’s most indebted developer, got a final chance to get what could be the
2023-10-30 11:45
Trump Loses Fight to Stall DC Gag Order in Election Case
A federal judge in Washington has denied Donald Trump’s request to keep on hold a partial gag order
2023-10-30 10:55
China’s Economic Czar He Lifeng Assumes Key Policy Leader Role
China’s Vice Premier He Lifeng has assumed a leadership role at a top economic decision-making body, further cementing
2023-10-30 10:49
More China companies buyback shares as Beijing seeks to stabilise market
SHANGHAI More than 30 Chinese listed companies unveiled share buyback and purchase plans over the weekend while major
2023-10-30 10:22
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Said to Halve Profit Outlook; Shares Drop
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Holdings Inc. plans to halve its profit forecast for the current fiscal year to around
2023-10-30 10:17
Strong Dollar Keeps Rate Hikes on Table for Asian Central Banks
Asian central banks are seen to raise interest rates over the next six months, with a stronger dollar
2023-10-30 10:16
Australia’s Surprisingly Strong Retail Sales Fuel Rate Hike Bets
Australian retail sales surpassed expectations in September, an outcome that will likely boost the Reserve Bank’s confidence that
2023-10-30 09:53
Citigroup Clinches $260 Million Asset-Backed Financing for WeLab
Citigroup Inc. led a $260 million asset-backed financing for WeLab Ltd., Hong Kong’s biggest online lending platform, people
2023-10-30 09:45
Australia Sept retail sales climb at fastest pace in 8 months
SYDNEY (Reuters) -Australian retail sales rose at the fastest pace in eight months in September, suggesting some resilience in consumer
2023-10-30 09:29