Technology
Covid-19 testing demand surges as cases spike across Asia
Phase Scientific has developed the world’s first urine-based human papillomavirus test, and is planning to expand that business globallyPublished Wed, May 21, 2025 · 01:56 PM[BEIJING] Demand for Covid-19...
CGSI flags global expansion potential for Pop Mart, maker of Labubu toys; initiates coverage
[Hong Kong] CGS International (CGSI) has initiated coverage on Pop Mart’s stock with an “add” rating, citing the group’s transformation from a toy retailer to an intellectual property (IP)-centric...
WhatsApp had no plans to vie with Facebook, co-founder says
[DENVER] WhatsApp co-founder Brian Acton said that his messaging company had no plans to build social networking features to compete with Facebook before he sold the company to Mark...
SingPost names Teo Swee Lian as chairman-designate; Simon Israel to retire after 9 years at helm
[SINGAPORE] Singapore Post (SingPost) has appointed Teo Swee Lian, 65, to the board as chairman-designate and non-independent non-executive director with effect from Wednesday (May 21). She will also be...
CapitaLand Investment launches its first onshore China master fund with 5 billion yuan in equity
[SINGAPORE] CapitaLand Investment (CLI) on Wednesday (May 21) announced the launch of its first onshore master fund in China, the CLI RMB Master Fund. With a total equity commitment...
Westpac to cut 1,500 jobs, simplify operations: report
The company says it regularly adjusts its workforce based on shifting investment prioritiesPublished Wed, May 21, 2025 · 07:44 AM[BENGALURU] Westpac Banking Corp (Westpac) is planning to cut more...
Chanel profit tumbles as luxury industry downturn hits sales
[PARIS] Chanel profit plunged last year as the closely held company splurged on expanding its retail network and marketing to remain visible amid a luxury industry downturn. Operating profit...
Europe: Shares close near nine-week high, powered by utility, telecom stocks
[BENGALURU] European stocks closed at near nine-week highs on Tuesday (May 20) with utilities and telecom firms leading gains, while some positive corporate earnings also bolstered sentiment.The pan-European Stoxx...
Crystal Palace vs Wolves Live Streaming: How to Watch the Premier League Match Online in the US, UK and India
Newly crowned FA Cup winners Crystal Palace will return to Premier League action with a home fixture against Wolves. In this second-to-last round of the league season, Wolves—currently sitting...
