Posts by Stephanie Irvin
Honda’s grip on Vietnam motorcycle market looks shaky on EV switch
The world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles is also producing electric models but it is not clear how many it sells in the country [HANOI] Honda’s dominance of Vietnam’s motorcycle market is under threat as Hanoi pushes for a rapid switch to electric vehicles (EVs) in a boost to local EV maker VinFast, according to industry…
Read MoreUS air traffic control staffing hit for second day, delaying flights
[WASHINGTON] Air traffic control staffing issues are delaying flights for a second straight day at numerous US airports as the government shutdown reaches its seventh day, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said in a notice on Tuesday (Oct 7). More than 3,000 flights have been delayed, according to flight tracking data, as staffing shortages have…
Read MoreStarHub prices S$200 million perpetual securities at 3.35%
Net proceeds from the issue will be used to finance the group’s general corporate funding requirements and investments [SINGAPORE] StarHub has priced S$200 million in subordinated perpetual securities at 3.35 per cent under its S$2 billion multi-currency debt issuance programme. The securities will be issued in denominations of S$250,000 each, the telco said on Tuesday…
Read MoreUS: Wall Street opens higher as Fed cues awaited
WALL Street’s main indexes opened higher on Tuesday (Oct 7), a day after the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq hit record closing highs, with focus now shifting to a slate of Federal Reserve speakers for policy signals. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 5.9 points, or 0.01 per cent, at the open to 46,700.9. The…
Read MoreJPMorgan sees end of ‘private-for-longer’ mantra for startups
[LONDON] After years of facing requests from startups to help them stay private for longer, JPMorgan Chase’s clients are starting to sing a different tune. “A lot of these companies that said ‘private for longer, private for longer,’ are now saying ‘private for a little bit longer – let’s start thinking about that IPO process,’”…
Read MoreWho Owns Lexus?
Lexus is one of the most popular car brands worldwide, but the brand initially felt somewhat left behind by its competitors. Honda and Nissan were creating and promoting luxury brand extensions with Acura and Infinity, respectively. With their newfound motivation to stay involved and compete, Toyota created its own luxury brand, branding it with the…
Read MoreFederal Reserve’s Miran wants aggressive rate cuts but downplays differences with other officials
FEDERAL Reserve Governor Stephen Miran on Friday again pressed for an aggressive path of rate cuts citing the impact of Trump administration policies on the economy, while other central bank officials made the case for a more cautious approach citing still-worrisome inflation pressures. “My view is that if policy is out of whack, you should…
Read MoreCredible, But Losing Momentum? How ShareYourStory.com Is Helping Leaders Turn Story Into Influence
How ShareYourStory.com is helping leaders turn their lived experience into lasting influence. The Overlooked Problem in Leadership and Entrepreneurship Many entrepreneurs and leaders possess the necessary credentials, experience, and even a proven track record. On paper, they’re credible. However, in reality, many remain overlooked, struggling to raise funding, attract customers, secure speaking invitations, or secure…
Read MoreWhy Branding Matters in a World of Endless Options
As a brand owner, I understand the struggle of juggling multiple marketing initiatives with limited resources. The question often arises: with so many priorities competing for attention, why should branding take center stage? The answer is simple yet profound: In today’s marketplace, people don’t just buy products—they buy stories and emotional connections. This reality has…
Read More7 Top Rated Cloud Servers for Small Businesses
It is a smart investment to have a small business cloud server. These days, data is power and needing to access it as quickly as possible can be instrumental. It is especially true when small business owners want their data, but not have to deal with the maintenance or costs of it. Cloud storage is…
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