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Morgan Stanley raising about US0 million for Japan real estate fund: sources
Morgan Stanley raising about US$680 million for Japan real estate fund: sources
April 4, 2025
[TOKYO] Morgan Stanley is raising about 100 billion yen (S$910.8 million) for a Japan-focused real estate fund, two people familiar with the matter said, highlighting investor interest in property...
Semiconductor, shipbuilding shares in Singapore slump on heat from Trump tariffs; glovemakers mixed
Semiconductor, shipbuilding shares in Singapore slump on heat from Trump tariffs; glovemakers mixed
April 4, 2025
[SINGAPORE] Stocks in certain industries listed in Singapore suffered hits of varying severity on Friday (April 4) following US President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs. As at 10.52am, the...
Gold falls as risk appetite dwindles on Trump’s tariff clarity
Gold falls as risk appetite dwindles on Trump’s tariff clarity
April 4, 2025
GOLD prices fell on Friday as investors reassessed their risk outlook in the wake of US President Donald Trump’s tariff measures, which have provided more clarity on market trends...
AppLovin bids for TikTok in all markets outside of China
AppLovin bids for TikTok in all markets outside of China
April 4, 2025
Marketing platform AppLovin said on Thursday it has submitted a bid for TikTok assets outside of China, ahead of the April 5 deadline set by the US President Donald...
Far East Orchard acquires Manchester purpose-built student accommodation site for £10.9 million 
Far East Orchard acquires Manchester purpose-built student accommodation site for £10.9 million 
April 4, 2025
[SINGAPORE] Far East Orchard announced on Thursday (Apr 3) that it will be acquiring a purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) site in Manchester, for £10.9 million (S$19.1 million). Located at...
Trump says ‘very close to a deal’ on TikTok
Trump says ‘very close to a deal’ on TikTok
April 3, 2025
[MIAMI] President Donald Trump said his administration was “very close” to a deal to find a buyer for TikTok, which faces a US ban if not sold by its...
ExxonMobil signals higher oil, gas prices will help boost Q1 profit
ExxonMobil signals higher oil, gas prices will help boost Q1 profit
April 3, 2025
EXXONMOBIL signalled on Thursday that higher crude oil and natural gas prices as well as stronger oil refining margins will help lift its first-quarter earnings by about US$900 million...
US: Wall Street opens sharply lower as Trump tariffs trigger recession fears
US: Wall Street opens sharply lower as Trump tariffs trigger recession fears
April 3, 2025
[NEW YORK] Wall Street’s major indexes plunged on Thursday (Apr 3), as President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on major trade partners ignited fears of an all-out trade war and...
Employee Termination: Do It Right or Pay Later
April 3, 2025
Terminating an employee is never an easy task. It comes with a lot of responsibilities and potential consequences. If not handled properly, both the employer and the employee can...
Three Arrows founders appeal to have court summons set aside
Three Arrows founders appeal to have court summons set aside
April 3, 2025
Zhu Su and Kyle Davies were under the impression they were cooperating with the liquidators, says their counsel[SINGAPORE] The founders of Three Arrows Capital (3AC), Zhu Su and Kyle...