Posts by Riah Marton
Latest Singapore six-month T-bill cut-off yield edges up to 3.08%
THE cut-off yield on Singapore’s latest six-month Treasury bill (T-bill) rose slightly to 3.08 per cent, from 3.04 per cent in the previous six-month auction that closed on Nov 7. Auction results released by the Monetary Authority of Singapore on Thursday (Nov 21) showed that demand grew in the latest tranche, with the auction receiving…
Read MoreChina’s healthcare businesses wade into South-east Asia for cost-efficiency, growth
Beijing-based healthcare private equity firm with US$3.4 billion AUM aims to set up a fund for Chinese companies to expand into region [HAIKOU] Geopolitical tensions are driving healthcare companies from China to hunt for new markets to expand into. And more are now headed south – into South-east Asia’s emerging markets. To capture a slice…
Read MoreDyson dials back Malaysia hairdryer operations, redeploys staff
DYSON is dialling back its hairdryer-related operations in Malaysia, according to sources familiar with the matter who declined to be identified discussing matters that are private, as the consumer goods company seeks to streamline its business in the region. Impacted employees will be redeployed to other parts of the facility, which is located in the…
Read MoreHouse of Horrors Survivor Jennifer Turpin Gets Married With Siblings in Attendance – E! Online
Another added, “I have followed your story since day one i am so happy you’re getting your happily ever after.” And one follower was delighted she got to spend the day with her family, writing, “Happiness always to you.” Following the wedding, Jennifer and Aron jetted off to Hawaii for their honeymoon to go island hopping from Oahu…
Read MoreLuke Bryan Reveals Katy Perry’s Daughter Daisy Calls Him This Cute Nickname – E! Online
2024 CMAs: Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Bryan & More Hit the Red Carpet in Fierce Fashion! Luke Bryan will be there for Daisy Dove unconditionally. The American Idol judge revealed that he still keeps in touch with his former costar Katy Perry—who left the singing competition series this year after seven seasons as a judge—and her…
Read MoreZach Bryan Shares Update After Missing 2024 CMA Awards Amid Brianna LaPaglia Split – E! Online
Zach Bryan’s Ex Brianna LaPaglia Speaks Out on Feeling “Discarded” Amid Breakup News Looks like Zach Bryan ditched the red carpet in Nashville for some pink skies. The “Something In the Orange” singer shared an update on his whereabouts Nov. 20, the same day he was invited to attend the 2024 CMA Awards, where he…
Read MoreHow a strong US dollar and Trump policy hit Asian, trade-exposed currencies
IN THE past month, the US dollar has strengthened against several Asian currencies – spelling bad news for the region’s trade sectors, while offering limited benefits to its tourism markets. The currency has strengthened 2.5 per cent against the Singapore dollar in the past month, while gaining nearly 3.9 per cent on the ringgit. It…
Read MoreStrong US dollar, Trump policies pulling the rug from under some Asian, trade-exposed economies
THE US dollar has been jumping strongly against some global currencies since the US election, and a Trump administration could cause it to continue to strengthen ahead, some analysts say. A weaker domestic currency would generally be good for exports, but bad for some Asian importers, while Trump’s policies on tariffs could also hit them…
Read MoreKim Kardashian Holds Hands With Tesla Robot in New Polarizing Photos – E! Online
However, others were less eager to embrace the star’s computerized companion, with one user saying, “I hate this for mankind.” In a separate video, Kim also gave fans a closer look at the autonomous two-seater, which also has no steering wheel and has yet to hit the market. “Okay guys, my ride is here,” she…
Read More2024 CMAs: Katharine McPhee Reacts to Stepdaughter Erin Foster’s Success With Nobody Wants This – E! Online
Overall it was an exciting night for Katharine, who is presenting during the ceremony, hosted by Luke Bryan, Peyton Manning and Lainey Wilson. And she came ready to make her mark on the red carpet, wearing a black pants suit paired with a black scarf and complimented by a pair of emerald and diamond earrings. Plus, she gets the…
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