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Queasy investors are calling Trump’s tariff bluff, and it looks like he will eventually fold
[ad_1] [SINGAPORE] As US Treasury bond yields surged last week, forcing US President Donald Trump to pause the crippling “reciprocal” tariffs that had just come into effect, I wondered why...
Non-China sea cargo shippers to U-turn on aborted bookings amid US tariff pause: analysts
[ad_1] [SINGAPORE] The dramatic turnaround in US President Donald Trump’s stance on his reciprocal tariffs – he paused steep individualised tariffs on dozens of trading partners for 90 days –...
Not just another wing: MBS’ new US$8 billion expansion project will have its own brand and luxury experiences
[ad_1] [SINGAPORE] In a couple of months’ time, construction will begin on Marina Bay Sands’ (MBS) expansion project – a new ultra-luxury resort destination that will be built at an...
MAS’ private-market proposal for retail investors may boost appeal of semi-liquid funds
[ad_1] [SINGAPORE] The Monetary Authority of Singapore’s (MAS) proposal to let retail investors access private markets could see such investors favour semi-liquid funds that offer periodic redemption opportunities, said experts....
Punch-drunk traders across Asia ready for another week of drama
[ad_1] After a week in which Asian stocks posted both their biggest-ever plunge and their largest one-day gain since 2008, investors in the region are working weekends, skipping sleep, interrupting...
Taiwan extends short-selling curbs after US tariffs bring market turmoil
[ad_1] [TAIPEI] Taiwan’s top financial regulator said on Saturday (Apr 12) that it would extend temporary curbs on short-selling for another week to ensure market stability after US tariffs unleashed...
S-Reits’ yields remain compelling for defensive investors amid market volatility
[ad_1] The ongoing uncertainty due to tariffs and trade tensions has caused significant volatility in global markets over the past week, as investors take a risk-off approach. Singapore real estate...
Chinese airline delays Boeing jet delivery as tariffs surge
[ad_1] [HONG KONG] China’s Juneyao Airlines is delaying delivery of a Boeing widebody aircraft, according to people familiar with the matter, highlighting how the escalating trade war between Washington and...
Revolut to roll out UK stock trading amid market chaos
[ad_1] [LONDON] Revolut plans to add UK stocks to its trading platform in the coming days as some investors look to diversify away from US equities in the aftermath of...
Antitrust chiefs counter proposed cuts as tech cases advance
[ad_1] [SAN FRANCISCO] Antitrust enforcers are pushing back against the impact of a broad, Justice Department-wide restructuring plan that would interfere with key White House priorities including enforcement in the...
