Singapore Dollar set to extend outperformance amid global trade shifts
Asian markets plummet following the announcement of Trump's tariffs
Apple shares plunge after new tariff announcement
Amazon makes bid for TikTok in last-minute move
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Tesla trails BYD as China sales decline
[WORLD] Tesla has been outperformed by Chinese automaker BYD for the second quarter in a row. The American EV behemoth's troubles are most...
Trump tariffs: 'A surprise' for close ally Singapore, says ex-US trade official
[SINGAPORE] On April 2, US President Donald Trump issued sweeping tariffs in an effort to replace free trade with "fair" trade, framing it...
Singapore firms brace for US tariff fallout as costs set to rise
[SINGAPORE] According to a flash survey conducted by the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Singapore, nearly half (45%) of companies questioned plan...
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US markets react to Trump's tariff announcements
[UNITED STATES] US market indices closed higher following a tumultuous trading session on Wednesday, dipping early and then rebounding as investors made last-minute...
Evidence points to execution-style killings of Gaza paramedics in Israeli attack
[MIDDLE EAST] A forensic doctor who examined the bodies of some of the 15 paramedics and Palestinian rescue workers killed by Israeli forces...
Americans struggle with rising credit card debt as interest rates exceed 20%
[UNITED STATES] A new report from the Federal Reserve reveals troubling financial trends for U.S. consumers, with over 60% of Americans currently carrying...
Trump’s tariffs and the financial impact on women
[UNITED STATES] As former President Donald Trump’s administration prepares to reinstate tariffs on a range of goods from China, analysts are warning that...
Authenticity is the key to managing Gen Z workforce
[WORLD] Generation Z (born between 1997 and 2012) is redefining expectations for leadership, culture, and values. As this generation gains clout in the...
Spring clean your finances for a fresh start
[UNITED STATES] Spring is a fantastic time to give your finances a "deep clean," much like you would clean out your home and...
When motherhood clashes with career expectations
[WORLD] More and more mothers are expressing dissatisfaction with parenting, which can be far from the ideal they had envisioned. Many people find...
Israel expands Gaza offensive amid escalating conflict
[MIDDLE EAST] Israel has declared a considerable increase in its military campaign in the Gaza Strip, with ambitions to take large areas of...
Trump announces new tariffs on ‘liberation day’
[UNITED STATES] Donald Trump will announce his next round of tariffs at the White House on Wednesday afternoon, threatening to start a global...
Why airline seat belts are different from car seat belts
[WORLD] Have you ever wondered why the seat belts in an airplane differ from the ones in your car? While both serve the...
Singapore Foreign Minister denies liking controversial Gaza post
[SINGAPORE] Vivian Balakrishnan, Singapore's top diplomat, has denied "liking" a Facebook post by a former nominated member of parliament (NMP) who proposed moving...
China’s low-cost manufacturers buckle under new US tariffs
[UNITED STATES] Richard Chen, who produces Christmas decorations in southern China for US stores such as Walmart and Costco, has lost orders due...
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Hong Kong stocks slide amid Trump tariff fears
[WORLD] Hong Kong's financial markets suffered a severe slump today, with the Hang Seng Index (HSI) falling dramatically in response to rising trade...
FBM KLCI opens higher post-holiday amid cautious market sentiment
[MALAYSIA] The FBM KLCI got off to a good start in early trade on Wednesday, as trading resumed after the two-day Hari Raya...
China's tariff-dodging strategy in Mexico faces collapse
[WORLD] In recent years, Chinese manufacturers have increasingly relied on Mexico as a strategic base to avoid US tariffs. By moving production to...
Trump faces deadline to decide TikTok's U.S. future
[UNITED STATES] President Donald Trump is due to review a final plan for the sale of TikTok's US operations today, just days before...
Visa bids $100 million to secure Apple Card partnership
[WORLD] Visa Inc. reportedly offered Apple around $100 million to replace Mastercard as the payment network for the Apple Card. The bid highlights...
U.S. increases military presence in Middle East amid Iran tensions
[MIDDLE EAST] In a strategic move to deter potential aggression from Iran and its proxies, the United States has significantly bolstered its military...
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Oil prices dip as trade war fears and supply worries loom
[WORLD] Oil prices fell on Tuesday as traders braced for reciprocal tariffs that US President Donald Trump is expected to announce on Wednesday,...
Wall Street climbs amid tariff uncertainty as tech stocks rebound
[UNITED STATES] The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both closed higher on Tuesday, following a volatile day on Wall Street driven by market...
Economists doubt White House tariff revenue projections
[UNITED STATES] Despite the White House's optimistic projections, economists are warning that proposed tariffs may raise far less revenue than anticipated. While the...
Social Security overhaul sparks fears of benefit disruptions
[UNITED STATES] The Trump administration's so-called Department of Government Efficiency is making rapid changes at the Social Security Administration, raising concerns that recipients...
Singapore faces economic slowdown amid US tariff impact
[SINGAPORE] Singapore's GDP is expected to decelerate to between 1% and 3% in 2025, down from a strong 4.4% expansion in 2024. This...
Why job applications get rejected beyond qualifications
[WORLD] Applying for jobs can be an exciting yet stressful experience. After tailoring your resume, writing a compelling cover letter, and impressing during...