Posts by Yurie Miyazawa
China’s Cosco warns US levies risk upsetting global shipping
The latest US proposal has been watered down from an earlier version, but keeps pressure on Chinese ship operators and shipbuilders Published Mon, Apr 21, 2025 · 05:27 PM [BEIJING] China’s largest shipping line said on Monday (Apr 21) that the Trump administration’s plan to impose levies on Chinese vessels docking at US ports would…
Read MoreMalaysia Airlines eyes new Boeing jets should China reject them
Airlines globally are hungry for new planes but face extended delivery times because of post-pandemic supply chain bottlenecks Published Mon, Apr 21, 2025 · 11:26 AM [SEOUL] Malaysia Airlines’ parent company, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), is talking to Boeing about acquiring new jets that become available if Chinese airlines stop taking deliveries, its managing director…
Read MoreChina keeps lending rates steady; trade war raises bets for stimulus
[SHANGHAI] China kept benchmark lending rates steady on Monday (Apr 21) for the sixth successive month, matching market expectations. Stronger-than-expected first-quarter economic growth data might have reduced the urgency for immediate monetary easing even as markets wager more stimulus is likely in coming months to keep growth on an even keel amid an intensifying Sino-US…
Read MoreKeppel secures S$2 billion in fresh capital commitments across flagship funds
[SINGAPORE] Keppel secured fresh capital commitments of close to S$2 billion for its three flagship funds, representing around S$4.9 billion of funds under management (FUM). The target funds are Keppel Data Centre Fund III (KDCF III), Keppel Education Asset Fund II (KEAF II) and Sustainable Urban Renewal (SUR) strategy. The sum raised includes US$580 million…
Read MoreOil fell with Ukraine-Russia truce, US-Iran talks in focus
Trading volumes in crude futures may be lower than usual in Monday’s session, with some countries observing holidays to mark Easter Published Mon, Apr 21, 2025 · 08:36 AM [NEW YORK] Oil retreated as traders fretted about the impact of the US-led trade war on energy demand, while monitoring talks between Washington and Tehran over…
Read MoreCaribbean group says US exemptions on Chinese ships ‘acceptable’
The regional private sector organisation is affiliated with the 15-country intergovernmental Caribbean Community Published Mon, Apr 21, 2025 · 07:31 AM [GEORGETOWN] The Caribbean Private Sector Organization said it welcomed a decision to exempt certain Chinese ships travelling to its ports from millions of US dollars in fees proposed by the Trump administration. The group…
Read MoreNasdaq 100 at crossroads, signals cautious near-term outlook
THE markets endured another volatile week, with US index futures paring earlier losses after a sharp Nvidia-led sell-off. Nvidia fell over 6 per cent in after-hours trading on Tuesday (April 15) following new US trade restrictions on chip sales to China, targeting its H20 and AMD’s MI308 AI chips, a move that could cost Nvidia…
Read MoreSGX’s venture into crypto derivatives could give it an edge over other bourses
[SINGAPORE] The Singapore Exchange’s (SGX) decision to launch Bitcoin perpetual futures later this year will help keep the bourse competitive as the cryptocurrency gets closer to being recognised as an investment asset. This move aligns with the broader trend of traditional exchanges entering the crypto derivatives market, led by increased demand for digital assets. US…
Read MoreBusiness Partnership Nightmares: How to Avoid Them
Business partnerships can be a great way to combine resources and skills, but they can also turn into serious headaches if not handled properly. A solid business partnership agreement is key to preventing conflicts. This article will explore common pitfalls in partnerships, how to avoid them, and when to seek legal help to keep your…
Read MoreS-Reits kick off earnings season; Sabana REIT and Keppel DC REIT report double-digit jump in DPU so far
[SINGAPORE] Sabana Industrial Reit (Sabana) kicked off the current earnings release season for S-Reits on Apr 15 with the release of its Q1 2025 financial results. This was followed by Keppel DC Reit and Keppel Pacific Oak US Reit both reporting Q1 2025 business updates on Apr 17. Another 26 S-Reits have also confirmed that…
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