Posts by Liam Redmond
Shein hikes US prices as much as 377% ahead of tariff increases
Fast-FASHION giant Shein Group raised US prices of its products from dresses to kitchenware ahead of imminent tariffs on small parcels, in an early sign of the potential effect of the trade war on American consumers. Most of the hikes in US prices came on Friday (Apr 25), with markups significantly higher in some categories…
Read MoreYangzijiang Financial exploring possibility to spin off maritime investment business
[SINGAPORE] Yangzijiang Financial Holding is exploring the possibility of spinning off its maritime investment segment into a newly incorporated company to be listed separately on the mainboard of the Singapore Exchange. The group said on Sunday (Apr 27) that the proposed transaction would involve transferring its maritime investment assets into a new entity (spin-off group)…
Read MoreSingapore homes in the Central Business District
[SINGAPORE] A site along Cross Street in the Central Business District has been earmarked for redevelopment for residential use, according to the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA). The land parcel is being proposed for residential with commercial at first storey use, with a gross plot ratio of 6.3. The empty field located at Telok Ayer MRT…
Read MoreUS dollar poised for worst 1st 100 days of presidency since Nixon
A dollar gauge is on track for its worst performance during the first 100 days of a US presidency in data going back to the Nixon era, when America abandoned the gold standard and switched to a free-floating exchange rate. The US dollar index has lost about 9 per cent between Jan 20 – when…
Read MoreVisual Voicemail: The New First Impression
Visual voicemail services are transforming the way we handle voice messages. Unlike traditional voicemail, which forces you to listen to messages one by one, visual voicemail presents your messages in a list format, allowing you to quickly see who called and what they said. This modern approach not only saves time but also enhances communication,…
Read MoreInnoTek conducts buybacks following robust FY2024
[SINGAPORE] Over the five trading sessions from Apr 17 to 24, institutions were net sellers of Singapore stocks, with net institutional outflow of S$14 million. This brings the net institutional outflow for the 2025 year to Apr 24 to S$1.79 billion. Institutional flows Over the five trading sessions through to Apr 24, the stocks that…
Read MoreS-Reits rebound from early April sell-off
[SINGAPORE] Real estate investment trusts in Singapore (S-Reits) have rebounded strongly over the past two weeks, in line with the broader recovery in the Singapore market following the sell-off in early April. As at Thursday’s (Apr 24) close, the iEdge S-Reit index has climbed 5.9 per cent since Apr 11, with all 30 constituents ending…
Read MoreElon Musk’s XAI Holdings is in discussions to raise US$20 billion
[GERMANY] Elon Musk’s XAI Holdings is in talks with investors to raise roughly US$20 billion in funding for his newly combined artificial intelligence (AI) startup and social media business, according to people familiar with the matter. If completed, the prospective deal would be the second-largest startup funding round of all time, according to data provider…
Read MoreOnline Divorce: What They Don’t Tell You
Thinking about an online divorce? It might sound simple and cost-effective, but there are a lot of hidden pitfalls you should be aware of. This article dives into the risks, emotional hurdles, and legal complexities that come with online divorce services. Before you hit that ‘submit’ button on your divorce filing, let’s unpack what you…
Read MoreBusiness Laptops: Buy or Lease?
When it comes to equipping your business with laptops, you face a big decision: should you buy or lease? Each option has its pros and cons, and what works for one business might not be the best for another. This article will help you weigh the options and make an informed choice based on your…
Read MoreCopyright vs. Trademark: Don’t Waste Money on the Wrong One
When it comes to protecting your creative work or brand, understanding the differences between copyright and trademark is key. Many people mix them up, leading to costly mistakes. This article will break down what each type of IP protection covers, how to register them, and when to choose one over the other. By the end,…
Read MoreCopyright vs. Trademark: Don’t Waste Money on the Wrong One
When it comes to protecting your creative work or brand, understanding the differences between copyright and trademark is key. Many people mix them up, leading to costly mistakes. This article will break down what each type of IP protection covers, how to register them, and when to choose one over the other. By the end,…
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