Posts by Mark Darwin
Oil edges up despite murky economic outlook, potential Opec+ supply hike
[SINGAPORE] Oil prices inched up in early trade on Monday but remained dogged by uncertainty over trade talks between the US and China clouding the outlook for global growth and fuel demand, while the prospect of Opec+ raising its supply cast more gloom. Brent crude futures and US West Texas Intermediate crude nudged higher for…
Read MoreGold falls on firmer dollar, US-China trade tension subside
Published Mon, Apr 28, 2025 · 09:09 AM [BENGALURU] Gold prices eased on Monday (Apr 28) as the thawing of trade tensions between the US and China provided some relief to investors, while a stronger US dollar further weighed on prices. Spot gold fell 0.3 per cent to US$3,309.31 an ounce, as at 0016 GMT.…
Read MoreST Engineering wins new contracts worth S$4.5 billion for Q1 2025
[SINGAPORE] ST Engineering announced on Monday (Apr 28) that it secured new contracts valued at about S$4.5 billion in the first quarter of 2025. These comprise S$1.3 billion from the commercial aerospace segment, S$2.7 billion from the defence and public security segment, and S$500 million from the urban solutions and satcom segment. The new contracts in…
Read MoreNikkei 225 poised for rebound amid tariff de-escalation signals
THE Nikkei 225 Index Futures contract, available in standard, mini, and micro sizes, tracks the Nikkei 225 Index which includes top constituents such as Fast Retailing (Uniqlo), Tokyo Electron (semiconductor equipment), and Advantest (semiconductor testing solutions). Japanese equities have seen a correction over the past month, weighed down by US tariffs that disproportionately affected export-oriented…
Read MoreSingapore homes in the Central Business District
[SINGAPORE] A site along Cross Street in the Central Business District has been earmarked for redevelopment for residential use, according to the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA). The land parcel is being proposed for residential with commercial at first storey use, with a gross plot ratio of 6.3. The empty field located at Telok Ayer MRT…
Read MoreUS dollar poised for worst 1st 100 days of presidency since Nixon
A dollar gauge is on track for its worst performance during the first 100 days of a US presidency in data going back to the Nixon era, when America abandoned the gold standard and switched to a free-floating exchange rate. The US dollar index has lost about 9 per cent between Jan 20 – when…
Read MoreBusiness Laptops: Buy or Lease?
When it comes to equipping your business with laptops, you face a big decision: should you buy or lease? Each option has its pros and cons, and what works for one business might not be the best for another. This article will help you weigh the options and make an informed choice based on your…
Read MoreEurope: Shares hit three-week high as US-China trade tensions ease
[BENGALURU] European shares ended at a three-week high on Friday (Apr 25), notching up their second straight weekly gain as signs of a potential de-escalation in the US-China trade war encouraged risk-taking. The pan-European Stoxx 600 index closed 0.3 per cent higher and were up 2.7 per cent for the week. China has exempted some US…
Read MoreCopyright vs. Trademark: Don’t Waste Money on the Wrong One
When it comes to protecting your creative work or brand, understanding the differences between copyright and trademark is key. Many people mix them up, leading to costly mistakes. This article will break down what each type of IP protection covers, how to register them, and when to choose one over the other. By the end,…
Read MoreFigma Translation Plugin
Complex website development, application development, and high-quality digital content creation are now tailored for a multilingual audience, making the phenomenon of high-quality localization a necessity. The Figma Translation Plugin provides an innovative solution that enables design and development teams to seamlessly integrate localization processes into their workflows, eliminating unnecessary effort. It is essential to understand how utilizing…
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