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Lee Thiam Wah’s first retail venture was selling snacks from a roadside stall in Malaysia.

Lee Thiam Wah will be minted as a billionaire after his company 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings goes public in Kuala Lumpur on Sept 9. 

Mini-mart king hits billionaire status in Malaysia’s hot IPO market

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Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Sept 9, 2024

7-Eleven owner has said the offer is not in its shareholders' best interest and could face antitrust challenges in the US.

A deal would create a global convenience store behemoth with more than 100,000 stores and represent the biggest-ever foreign takeover of a Japanese company.

Couche-Tard approaches 7-Eleven owner again after $50 billion offer rejection

Supporters of President Vladimir Putin and his war in Ukraine were set to win gubernatorial races across Russia, according to early vote counts on Sunday, including in Kursk where Ukrainian forces have seized control of some towns and territory.

FILE PHOTO: A view shows a banner informing of the upcoming region governor's election in the town of Kurchatov in the Kursk Region, Russia August 27, 2024. REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov/File Photo

Putin loyalists set to win local elections in war-affected Russian regions

Members of the unions will vote on the deal on Sept 12.

Boeing's proposal, which has yet to be voted on by workers, would be the first full agreement between the company and the unions in 16 years. 

Boeing reaches tentative deal with workers to avert strike

Almost half of Japanese firms in China said they won’t spend more or will cut investment this year.

Almost half of Japanese firms in China polled in a recent survey said they won’t spend more or will cut investment this year. 

Japan Inc sours on China after long years of brushing off risks 

Francis will become the first pope to visit the Catholic-majority country since independence in 2002.

People rehearse singing along the street to welcome Pope Francis, a day before his arrival in Dili on Sept 8.

Timor-Leste prepares for first papal visit since independence

2023's founding day on Sept 9 was marked with parades and diplomatic exchanges.

In 2023, Mr Kim Jong Un marked the country's founding day with a parade of paramilitary groups and diplomatic exchanges in which he vowed to deepen ties with China and Russia.

China’s Xi, Russia’s Putin send greetings to Kim Jong Un on North Korea’s founding day

Weather conditions raised the risk that more fires could start.

Residents watch a fire known as the Line fire from Highland., California, on Sept 8, 2024. 

Fast-spreading wildfire in Southern California forces evacuations

NEW YORK - Taylor Fritz enjoyed his deepest major run at the U.S. Open but said he felt as though he let American fans down after losing in the final, unable to end a long U.S. men's Grand Slam drought when he fell to top seed Jannik Sinner on Sunday.

Sep 8, 2024; Flushing, NY, USA; Jannik Sinner (ITA) and Taylor Fritz (USA) pose for a photo alongside tennis legend Andre Agassi after the men’s singles final of the 2024 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Frey-Imagn Images

Fritz fears he let down American fans with U.S. Open defeat

The withdrawal has become intensely politicised ahead of the Nov 5 US presidential election.

US House Republican report blasts Biden over chaotic Afghan withdrawal

Intelligence sources said a military research centre for chemical arms production was hit several times.

There has been no immediate comment from Israel, which typically does not comment on specific reports of strikes in Syria.

Israeli strikes on Syria kill at least four civilians, Syrian state media say

The latest poll of likely voters found Trump leading Ms Harris, 48 per cent to 47 per cent.

A national poll of likely voters by The New York Times and Siena College found Donald Trump leading Ms Kamala Harris, 48 per cent to 47 per cent.

Trump and Harris neck and neck after summer upheaval, Times/Siena poll shows

Tennis: Sinner beats Fritz to win US Open men’s championshipItalian Jannik Sinner beat American 12th seed Taylor Fritz 6-3 6-4 7-5 in the US Open men’s final on Sept 8.

Jannik Sinner held aloft his arms in celebration after breaking Taylor Fritz to clinch the title.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Sept 9

NEW YORK - More than a million fans passed through the gates of the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center over three weeks of U.S. Open qualifying and main draw play, the most ever for the year's final Grand Slam, the United States Tennis Association (USTA) said on Sunday.

Tennis - U.S. Open - Flushing Meadows, New York, United States - September 5, 2024  Fans are seen in the stand during the match REUTERS/Mike Segar/ File Photo

U.S. Open draws a record 1 million fans over three weeks

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TORONTO - “The Wild Robot,” an animated science fiction story by DreamWorks, explores both the good and the bad sides of technology, its star Lupita Nyong’o said on Sunday at the feature's world premiere in Toronto.

Lupita Nyong'o and Kit Connor pose on the red carpet before \"The Wild Robot\" is screened as the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) returns for its 49th edition in Toronto, Ontario, Canada September 8, 2024. REUTERS/Mark Blinch

TIFF 2024: 'The Wild Robot' depicts technology and nature coexisting

BUDAPEST - Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Sunday that a new ministry would take charge of the economy and state finances as he gears up for the nomination of a new central bank governor to succeed his former ally, Gyorgy Matolcsy.

FILE PHOTO: Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban attends the European Political Community meeting at the Blenheim Palace near Oxford, Britain July 18, 2024. REUTERS/Hollie Adams/File Photo

Hungary's Orban to overhaul cabinet with new central bank governor appointment

OSIJEK, Croatia - Croatia midfielder Luka Modric scored early in the second half to secure a 1-0 home win over Poland in their Nations League A Group 1 clash on Sunday.

Soccer Football - Nations League - League A - Group 1 - Croatia v Poland - Opus Arena, Osijek, Croatia - September 8, 2024 Croatia's Luka Modric in action with Poland's Pawel Dawidowicz REUTERS/Antonio Bronic

Modric lifts Croatia to 1-0 win over Poland

The Philippines must find a balance between “assertive transparency” and diplomacy.

A Chinese coast guard ship (right) colliding with a Philippine government agency vessel near Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea on Aug 25.

Manila’s high-stakes balancing act in South China Sea

APPLE’S latest iPhone with its A18 chip, which is set to be unveiled at an event on Monday (Sep 9), has been developed using SoftBank-owned Arm’s newest V9 chip design, the Financial Times newspaper reported on Saturday.

Apple uses Arm’s technology in the process of designing its own custom chips for its iPhones, iPads and Macs.

New iPhone will use Arm’s chip technology for AI: report

JAPANESE companies are increasingly abandoning an approach to business in China that once seemed immune to politics, a stark shift after years when they were the biggest single investors in their neighbour’s economy.

Nippon Steel said in July it was exiting its joint venture in China. 

Japan Inc sours on China after long years of brushing off risks

ALIMENTATION Couche-Tard plans to tell Seven & i Holdings that it’s still keen to pursue an acquisition, even after the Japanese convenience store operator rejected its initial proposal, people with knowledge of the matter said.

Couche-Tard plans to write to Seven & i in the coming days to reiterate its interest in a deal, according to people with knowledge on the matter.

Couche-Tard set to affirm Seven & i interest after rejection

US SENATE Majority Leader Chuck Schumer emphasised the importance of avoiding a government shutdown on Sept 30, as lawmakers return to Washington after the August break with the US election ahead in November.

In a letter to his Democratic colleagues on Sunday, US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said his party favours a short-term funding extension, known as a continuing resolution, and called on Republicans to support a bipartisan effort.

Schumer warns of government shutdown ahead of Sept 30 deadline

CHINA will fully open its manufacturing sector to foreign investments and is also allowing more room for foreign capital in its health sector, adding to efforts to revive the world’s second-largest economy.

Authorities are studying potential policy revisions, with one of the key directions being to foster further foreign investment into services.

China opens more manufacturing, healthcare to foreign money

WESTPAC has appointed Anthony Miller as chief executive officer and managing director, the Australian bank said on Monday.

Westpac will see new CEO Anthony Miller commencing his role from Dec 16, 2024.

Westpac appoints Anthony Miller as new chief executive officer

GROWTH capital firm Aurea on Saturday (Sep 7) announced the completion of its acquisition of UK-based cosmetics group The Body Shop, renowned for ethical hair and skin products.

The Body Shop employed about 1,500 staff across its UK stores and a total of 7,000 worldwide.

The Body Shop rescued from administration after deal

THE US presidential race remains neck-and-neck according to polls released on Sunday, two days before Kamala Harris and Donald Trump hold their first - and potentially only - televised debate.

A New York Times/Siena poll found that Donald Trump is leading Kamala Harris nationally by 48 to 47 per cent, well within the margin of error.

Trump, Harris tied on eve of televised presidential debate

BOEING has agreed on a preliminary new contract with union leaders that includes a hefty wage hike that would avert a strike in the Seattle region, the two sides announced on Sunday.

Boeing workers listen to union leaders speak as Boeing's Washington state factory workers vote on whether to give their union a strike mandate as they seek big salary gains from their first contract in 16 years, at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Washington, July 17, 2024. Boeing agreed on a preliminary new contract with union leaders that includes a hefty wage hike that would avert a strike in the Seattle region, both sides said on Sunday. 

Boeing, union reach preliminary deal to avert Seattle-area strike

THE European Central Bank (ECB) will probably cut interest rates on Thursday (Sep 12) in a prelude to a US move the following week, as the global monetary cycle tilts towards more synchronised easing.

In the eurozone, easing in a key measure of wage growth during the second quarter will have helped embolden policymakers.

ECB is poised to cut rates again in warm-up act for the Fed

TYPHOON Yagi weakened to a tropical depression on Sunday, after killing more than a dozen people, tearing roofs off buildings, sinking boats and triggering landslides across Vietnam.

Damaged buildings and debris on a street after Super Typhoon Yagi hit Ha Long, in Quang Ninh province, Vietnam, Sept 8, 2024. 

Typhoon Yagi weakens after leaving dozens dead in Vietnam, China, Philippines

ALMOST all of Australia’s major airports including Sydney and Brisbane are vulnerable to the worst impacts of climate change, according to new analysis that spells out the threats to the multibillion-dollar investments favoured by large pension funds.

The travel hubs face significant fallout from storms, floods, heat waves and high winds in coming years, the Zurich-Mandala Climate Risk Index report says.

Australian airports face costly fight against worst climate risk

AT THE Jackson Hole economic symposium in late August, Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell mentioned that “the time has come for policy to adjust”. This suggests potential interest rate cuts, which could benefit Singapore Reits (S-Reits) with lower borrowing costs and higher property valuations. The iEdge S-Reit Index, widely regarded as the benchmark of S-Reits, is a free-float market capitalisation-weighted index that measures the performance of real estate investment trusts in Singapore. In the past month, the index has gained over 4 per cent on expectations of impending rate cuts.

Potential interest rate cuts could benefit Singapore Reits  with lower borrowing costs and higher property valuations. 

S-Reits expected to rally on potential rate cuts

A NEW task force aims to cement Singapore’s pipeline of architects and engineers – but to do so, it should consider mirroring the successful reforms in the Republic’s accounting sector and push for concrete improvements in young professionals’ pay.

A task force has been set up to tackle concerns in the built environment industry, including over remuneration and workplace practices.

Built environment sector can draw inspiration from accountancy to attract more architects and engineers 

THE first message that appeared on my phone last Tuesday (Sep 3) was from a longtime investor in real estate investment trusts (Reits), complaining about the impact that CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust’s (CICT) latest acquisition and equity fundraising plans might have on the market price of its units.

With Ion Orchard in its fold, CICT will have a property portfolio worth S$26.4 billion.

CICT’s big acquisition, fundraising exercise are signs of what’s to come as Fed finally cuts rates

AS A young investor (and the writer of a young-investor column), I frequently receive investment advice from well-meaning colleagues, seasoned market professionals and financial planners.

Over the same period under review, the MSCI World has delivered an annualised total return of 10 per cent – not as stellar as the S&P 500, but still much better than the STI.

Why I choose to diversify with an all-world index

I REFER to the recent spate of reports on reviving the moribund Singapore stock market, with the latest being the Mark to Market column “MAS review group should build on market’s track record, seek to strengthen big local companies” (BT, Sep 2, 2024)

What is needed is not more regulations on SGX, which in all likelihood will drive another nail to further sink stock trading activity, to the detriment of all stakeholders.

Education of investors, not excessive regulations, to revive SGX

IN recent weeks, the global business community was left shocked and saddened by the untimely death of a British businessman and his loved ones after his superyacht sank in bad weather in Europe.

Legacy planning not only includes making preparations for who will run the business and pick up the baton, but with the intergenerational transfer of wealth set to top US$2.5 trillion by 2030, increasingly this planning extends to how this wealth will be distributed to future generations.

Why the wealthy in Asia should get on the front foot in legacy planning

CapesizeThe Capesize market saw a strong start to the week, particularly in the Pacific, where two of the three major miners became active, leading to a steady rise in the C5 route. However, as the week progressed, Pacific activity began to slow, with the C5 index dipping midweek to $11.135, having started the week at $11.785.

A roundup of the week’s tanker and dry bulk market (Sep 6, 2024).

Baltic Exchange Shipping Insights

[JAKARTA] Indonesia wants to retire 13 coal-fired power plants by 2030, in what could be a decisive move for the country’s decarbonisation efforts, but experts warn it could face substantial challenges, particularly in managing social impact and securing necessary funding.

The Suralaya coal-fired power plant in Cilegon, Banten, has been identified as a significant contributor to air pollution affecting the Greater Jakarta area.

Indonesia’s planned push to retire 13 coal-fired plants could face social, funding challenges

Sahm Capital

Sahm Capital Chairman Highlights Technology's Role in Driving Growth and Innovation at 24 Fintech in Riyadh

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Momcozy NYFW Popup Event Launches to Celebrate the Cozy Evolution of Motherhood

Live Show Scene of Emperor Kangxi's Grand Ceremony

The large-scale live show "Emperor Kangxi's Grand Ceremony" ignites the peak tourist season in Hebei-Chengde

VinFast's Strategic Advantages in European Electric Vehicle Industry

Showing Chinese Aged Baijiu’s Charm to the World: Tuopai and Shede’s Malaysia Launch Event Was Held in Kuala Lumpur

Hello Kitty's 50th Anniversary: Sanrio's Tmall Super Brand Day Debut a Charming Success 

Group Photo of OPPO and UEFA Representatives

OPPO Renews Partnership with UEFA for the Next Three Seasons

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ST Telemedia Global Data Centres Reinforces Commitment to Digital India, Invests US$3.2 billion to add 550MW Data Centre Capacity

Vinhomes Ocean Park 1 urban area, part of the Vingroup ecosystem

Vingroup and the Global Ambitions of Vietnamese Brands

Caption: (From left) Dr Siva Kumaran Jayaraman, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara, Dr Melvin Heng Jun Li Acting Group Chief Executive Officer of TMC Life Sciences, Dr John Low, Chief Executive Officer of OncoCare Medical Malaysia and Dr. Tay Miah Hiang, Chief Executive Officer of OncoCare Medical Pte Ltd (Singapore) commemorate the partnership of Thomson Hopital Kota Damansara and OncoCare Medical Malaysia at the agreement signing ceremony.

Elevating Cancer Care: Thomson Hospital and OncoCare Medical Malaysia Announce Strategic Alliance for Excellence in Oncology

DHL Express is number 1 Great Place to Work in Asia Pacific

Strong employee culture earns DHL Express the top Great Place to Work spot in Asia Pacific

Showcasing the Bay of Lights project at Singapore Business Expo 2024

Bay Of Lights: A Visionary Transformation Of Cambodia's Coastline Showcased At The Inaugural Singapore Business Expo

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CUHK: Nurturing Global Talent with Unparalleled Support and Opportunities

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GKSD and the World Economic Forum Establish a Collaborative Partnership to Transform the Landscape of Equitable Healthcare Globally

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HeeSay's 'Mini-Community' Triggered Hives of Excitement and Engagement during White Party

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HeeSay Debuts at White Party Vietnam, Bringing its "Community" Vision to Local LGBTQ+ Scene

On the evening of Mid-Autumn Day (September 17th) at 8:45 PM, the highly anticipated Hanfu Parade will debut at Galaxy Macau.

Galaxy Macau Unveils "Double Anniversaries" Celebrations, Showcasing National Intangible Cultural Heritage to Highlight Traditional Chinese Cultural 

Above L-R Kensuke Unoki, MSIG Singapore Managing Director, Mack Eng, MSIG Singapore CEO, Tetsuya Adachi, MSIG Asia Chairman, Clemens Philippi, MSIG Asia CEO, Derek Goldberg and Jonathan James, Serenity Health Partners Co-founders, Taketoshi Tarumoto, MSIG Asia Executive Officer, and William Song, MSIG Asia Chief Technical Officer.

MSIG Asia Collaborates with Serenity Health Partners to Redefine Health Insurance in the Region

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Fujian Media Group Releases the "Fu Culture to the World" Short Video Series of International Students Exploring Pingtan's Fu Culture, Showcasing Its Unique Chinese Romance

Award winners at SEAA ceremony

Azbil Wins Innovation and Design Award at the Singapore Environmental Achievement Awards 2024

Oasia Resort Sentosa Guest Rooms Courtyard Premier Outdoor Deck

Oasia Resort Sentosa Unveils New Room Category and Rejuvenated Junior Suites

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Vedanta Display Glass Business Set to Grow 10x With AvanStrate Inc.

Phu Quoc’s southern beaches boast creamy white sand and crystal-clear waters, is home to unique luxurious, world-class resorts.

The rising appeal of Phu Quoc to Indian tourists

Group photo at the closing ceremony of the second "DFI Retail Internship Programme"

DFI Retail Group Concluded Second "DFI Retail Internship Programme" Providing Over 100 Students with Store Internship Opportunities and Workshops to Nurture Young Retail Talents

Corinne Bailey Rae at the 2024 Aranya Xiami Music Festival

2024 Aranya Xiami Music Festival Goes International Corinne Bailey Rae and Eight Overseas Musicians Deliver Stunning Performances

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres Enhances Sustainability-Linked Financing Framework with New Targets, Reinforces Commitment to Sustainability

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QIMC Announces Landmark Discovery of Hydrogen Soil Samples over 1000ppm on Recently Completed 9.7km North-South Line, Outlining Highly Charged 70km2 Hydrogen Area

The Ministry of Economic Affairs' Department of Commerce Development has invited Michelin-starred chefs to share their insights and guide high-quality domestic restaurants on their path to earning Michelin stars.

Culinary ‘Stars’ on the Tech Island: Ministry of Economic Affairs Promotes Gourmet Star Project, Invites Star Chefs to Share Insights

Mr Desmond Lee, Minister for National Development of Singapore, accompanied by Ms Filla Mak, Chief Operations Officer of HKSTP, visited the HKSTP Pavilion at the Build Environment Expo (BEX Asia) to understand more about the ConTech innovations developed in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong’s Groundbreaking ConTech Solutions Reaching Singapore Builder Market via IBEW 2024

The Landmark 81 Building in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vingroup: A Vietnamese Trailblazer on the Path to Global Prominence

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Medtronic expands investment in Asia with the launch of its first Robotics Experience Studio in SEA

Mr Lee Kwok Bun, Ivan, JP, Commissioner for Innovation and Technology (second right) joined today’s opening ceremony at the Open Lab, celebrating this important milestone together with other officiating guests including Mrs Christiane DOLVA, Strategy Lead, H&M Foundation (first right), Ms Teresa YANG, Chairman of The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (second left), and Mr Edwin KEH, CEO of The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (first left).   

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