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Creative Tech sale, new strategic direction, board refresh could be on the cards

ELECTRONICS company Creative Technology could see some change in direction – or at least a change in ownership – following the death of its founder and sole substantial shareholder Sim Wong Hoo, market watchers said.

Ringgit to consolidate in near term as Malaysia sees greater political stability: Fitch Solutions

THE year 2023 will be one of greater stability for Malaysia, on both political and foreign-exchange fronts.

Singapore fashion players head overseas as homegrown labels take off

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SINGAPORE fashion brands are gaining popularity among local consumers, with some consumers attracted to the green credentials of several of these homegrown labels, and others seeking a piece of home in their wardrobes.

Olam Agri picks banks for US$1b Singapore listing

OLAM Group has picked banks to lead a planned Singapore listing of its agribusiness unit that could raise as much as US$1 billion, people familiar with the matter said.

Vietnam market correction represents once-in-a-decade buying opportunity: Maybank

VIETNAM’S Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange, the country’s main bourse, is trading at once-in-a-decade low valuations and presents “attractive” arbitrage opportunities for investors, according to Maybank Securities.

The STI today

Singapore stocks fall, tracking Wall St retreat; STI down 0.5%

SINGAPORE shares were in the red on Friday (Jan 6) amid a mixed showing across regional markets.