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First Sponsor to increase stake in Netherlands’ NSI for 18.9 million euros
Acquisition will be funded by net proceeds from a rights issue of perpetual convertible capital securities in SeptemberFIRST Sponsor is proposing to lift its stake in Dutch property developer...
Hong Kong opens third airport runway with marginal gain in landing slots
HONG Kong’s third airport runway officially starts operating on Thursday (Nov 28), but there will be hardly any additional flight capacity for at least another year. Aircraft movement will...
British insurer Direct Line rejects Aviva’s US$4.16 billion takeover bid
BRITISH insurer Direct Line Insurance on Wednesday (Nov 27) rejected a takeover offer of £3.3 billion (S$5.6 billion) from bigger rival Aviva, saying it “substantially undervalued” the company.On Nov...
Bitcoin resumes advance, rekindles US$100,000 milestone optimism
BITCOIN is climbing back towards the elusive US$100,000 price level again, snapping its longest losing since Donald Trump’s presidential victory triggered a record-breaking rally in the largest cryptocurrency. Since...
Genting Singapore’s luck may turn in 2025
The renewal of its casino licence for a shorter two-year term adds to the uncertainties at the integrated resort operator, but a turnaround could comeRESORTS World Sentosa (RWS) broke...
How Much Would Monica’s Friends Apartment Cost Today?
Monica’s apartment from the beloved TV show ‘Friends’ is not just a backdrop for the characters’ adventures; it has become a symbol of friendship and fun. Fans often wonder...
15 Ways to Ask Family for Money
Asking family for money can be a tricky situation. Whether you’re facing unexpected expenses or planning something special, knowing how to approach your loved ones can make a big...
US: Wall St subdued at open in run-up to key inflation data
WALL Street’s main indexes opened flat-to-slightly-lower on Wednesday (Nov 27) as investors evaluated strong economic data and awaited a key inflation report that could influence the US Federal Reserve’s...
US dollar drops as markets weigh Trump tariff vow, yen hits 5-week high
THE US dollar fell to a one-week low against its major peers on Wednesday (Nov 27) as investors grew cautious about President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff pledges while rebalancing their...
Samsung gets first woman CEO outside founding family in 86 years
FOR Samsung Group, this has been a year of milestones. First, a rare public apology from its flagship Samsung Electronics, followed by a bumper share buyback. And now, South...
