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(Bloomberg) – A record rise in natural gas prices in Europe does not mean that it has become lucrative to send all available molecules to the region. Even though European prices have more than tripled this year, they have yet to exceed the prices of liquefied fuel delivered to Asia, …

SINGAPORE – Newsfile Corp. – September 17, 2021 – Raffles Financial Group Limited (CSE: RICHE) (FSE: 4VO) (OTCQX: RAFFF) (“RFG“or the”Society“) entered into a definitive share purchase agreement on September 15, 2021 (the”Share purchase contract“) to acquire all of the outstanding share capital of Alto Vencap Pte. Ltd. (“A V“), …

Chinese Trade Updates Sign up for myFT Daily Digest to be the first to know about Chinese business news. China’s membership in a U.S.-inspired trans-Pacific trade group appeals to conservative nationalists in the country eager to embarrass President Joe Biden, as well as liberals who see it as a way …

Financial products and services have evolved rapidly, making the industry more complex, but the public has failed to keep pace. The lack of knowledge of people has led to disorder in the markets and mistrust of financial players, as well as fraud. Regulators are imposing stiff penalties on those who …

Police search a backpack belonging to Pisal Sukjaitham after his arrest on Sunday in the Mae Sai district of Chiang Rai. A finance official at the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security was arrested on Sunday for allegedly stealing 13 million baht intended for people with disabilities affected by …

Korean startup First Face wins against U.S. giant Apple over patents, and content startup OGQ could acquire leading stock content company Getty Images. Korea Institute of Startups and Entrepreneurship and Turkish Presidency Investment Office sign MoU to boost investment and enable mutual support for startups. COMEUP 2021 opens pre-registrations for …

Everyone loves Indian summer, especially investors, and many are cramming into the country’s scorching stock market. Indian stocks have risen 53.70% in past 12 months, according to MSCI. Investors are making a fortune. The Indian stock market is ahead of China, where stocks fell 5% in the year ending Aug.31. …

German voters will elect a new parliament next week. The outcome of the September 26 elections will decide who will succeed Chancellor Angela Merkel, who has ruled the country for 16 years. In addition to determining the next chancellor, the main issues of the election are economic policy in the …

Have you noticed that some well-known tech accessory manufacturers are disappearing from Amazon? These are not just rare incidents, they are part of a larger campaign. In a reply To The edge, Amazon has confirmed a South China Morning Post report that the internet giant has banned more than 600 …

GIF: Hyundai Motor / Gizmodo Group The spot may not be work for the cops more, but Boston Dynamics’ four-legged robot already has a new watchdog post at a South Korean auto factory. Cue a new wave of “Black mirror” memes. Its official role will be that of “factory security …

Approval Marks First Time Monoclonal Antibody Therapy For COVID-19 Receives Full Approval To Treat Patients With COVID-19 Approval includes an increase in the number of patients who can be treated with regdanvimab (CT-P59) for COVID-19 and a reduced time period for administration of treatment Celltrion continues discussions with global regulators …

GUANGZHOU, China, September 18, 2021 / CNW / – The administrative organizations of the Guangdong-Macao Deep Cooperation Zone were inaugurated on September 17. It is an unprecedented move to involve a special administrative region (SAR) in the governance of an area on the Chinese mainland, according to a report by …

(Add the latest media poll) By Ju-min Park and Leika Kihara TOKYO, Sept. 18 (Reuters) – Two of the candidates vying for the next prime minister of Japan on Saturday denied toning down their positions on nuclear power and gender issues to gain Tory support in a close election to …

As Beijing moves forward with a sovereign digital currency and a national blockchain network, Hong Kong’s fintech community is using the city’s role as a bridge between mainland China and the rest of the world to seize opportunities for innovation. . China has been at the global forefront of developing …

Stablecoins might be the most ironically named innovation of the cryptocurrency era, at least in the eyes of many regulators and policymakers in Washington. These digital currencies promise to maintain their value, which is usually tied to a government currency like the dollar or the euro, by relying on stable …

Recap: European and emerging markets were mixed on Friday as investors and global traders assessed the prospect of a reduction in US Federal Reserve stimulus and the risks of a likely default from the Chinese real estate developer riddled with Evergrande debts. The SET index traded in a narrow range …

Boston Dynamics Spot has found a new job, and luckily this time it’s not one. Hyundai has started testing the robot at a Kia manufacturing plant in South Korea, where it will be one of the tools the company will use to keep the facility safe for workers. The pilot …

Despite progress and national direction, historically black colleges and universities across the country still need public support. CHICAGO, September 17, 2021 / PRNewswire / – For the fourth consecutive year, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® will devote a progressive objective to $ 1 million in 24 hours for their national …

On September 1, 2021, Thailand’s VAT Law on Online Services came into effect. This law requires non-resident service providers and electronic platforms (with an income exceeding THB 1.8 million per year) to register for VAT, file VAT returns and remit VAT to the Department. Thai revenue (TRD) on a payment-only …

Dublin, September 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The report “Respiratory Protective Equipment Market Research Report By Product, By Region – Global Forecast to 2026 – Cumulative Impact of COVID-19” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. The global respiratory protective equipment market size was estimated at USD 70.04 billion in 2020 …

TAIPEI (Reuters) – Taiwan’s Economy Minister on Friday expressed concern over China’s “sudden” decision to ask to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement on Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), and said he hoped this would not affect the island’s candidacy. China asked to join the free trade agreement in a letter to …

By Alun John HONG KONG, Sept. 17 (Reuters) – Asian stocks stabilized early in Friday after losses earlier in the week, but China’s nervousness and worries about global growth weighed on the minds of investors, while the dollar approached its highest level in three weeks. The MSCI’s largest Asia-Pacific stock …

The first app for Thai investors to invest directly in offshore mutual funds from 33 local and global asset management companies SINGAPORE, September 17, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Lu International (Singapore) Financial Asset Exchange Pte. Ltd. (“Lu International”), a subsidiary of from China Lufax Holding (NYSE: LU), a leading …

IN 2010, WHEN President Barack Obama hosted his Chinese counterpart at a summit in Washington, CC, he greeted him with a handshake and a quick, shallow dip of his head. The image of the US president bowing to China made a striking cover photo for the book “Eclipse”, published the …

A SOME MONTHS A few years ago, Kim Beom-su looked like the face of responsible capitalism in South Korea. In March, the billionaire founder of Kakao, which runs the country’s most popular messaging app and many other digital services, pledged to donate half his fortune to charity, the second Korean …

Dublin, Sep 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The report “Thailand Automotive Outlook, 2021” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. Thailand’s TIV fell 21.4% in 2020 from 2019. Sales are expected to increase 8.7% (year-on-year growth rate) in 2021 to reach 861,000 units. The commercial vehicle (CV) segment continues to dominate …

(For a live Reuters blog on the US, UK and EU stock markets, click LIVE / or type LIVE / in a news window) * Luxury, one of the most declining travel stocks * H&M drops after disappointing earnings * UK inflation hits 9 year high (add comment, update prices) …

NEW YORK, September 15, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The Value of Thailand the micromobility market will grow from $ 11.8 million in 2020 at $ 15,102.1 million by 2030, to a CAGR of 98.7% between 2021 and 2030, according to the market research report published by P&S Intelligence. P_and_S_Intelligence_Logo …

(Bloomberg) – The uninterrupted rise in global demand for electronics, combined with the recent influx of foreign funds into Japanese stocks, has resulted in a record winning streak at one of the world’s largest suppliers of manufacturing equipment of chips. The shares of Tokyo Electron Ltd. gained 1.6% to a …

* The launch takes place a few days after the test of the “strategic” cruise missile * Japan condemns ‘scandalous’ test as threat to peace * The launch coincides with the meeting between Chinese and South Korean Formins * US calls destabilizing testing but no immediate threat (updates with comment …

A new stock exchange slated for Beijing could be a potential alternative for emerging Chinese tech companies that may consider going public through Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs), especially as China is monitoring listings more closely. overseas in the sector, according to an influential trade group and market watchers. Unveiled …

VSTHE ECONOMY OF HINA planners want more home-made semiconductors, but they’re not happy with producing more chips just at home. They want to bring the entire supply chain, from raw materials and chippers to labor and capital, ashore. Tens of thousands of companies have established microchip businesses in the past …

The Finnish Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce invites you to participate in Beach Cleanup Day 2021, hosted by the FinnCham Sustainability Committee at Pui O Beach in Lantau on September 18. Learn more about the event: It’s time to clean up and contribute to our society! Let’s save our Earth …

The journey to electric vehicles has already started in the country, and with several charging points in public places (parking lots, petrol pumps, shopping centers) installed, but the task remains very difficult as it would also require the active participation of the sector. electricity. Knowing the importance of the synergy …

Cobo customers can now access the benefits of Polygon with seamless access to the best DeFi and Dapps platforms [DUBAI] Polygon, an Ethereum scaling platform that integrates millions into Web 3.0, today announces Cobo Custody, Asia’s leading custodian service provider, and Cobo Wallet, a centralized management platform of crypto and …

By Andrew Galbraith (Reuters) -Fitch Ratings lowered the ratings of China Evergrande Group and two of its subsidiaries on Wednesday, the latest in a series of downgrades targeting the real estate company amid concerns over its ability to restructure its massive debts. Regulators have warned that Evergrande’s liabilities of 1.97 …

(Bloomberg) – U.S. lawmakers are pushing forward with legislation to change the way Apple Inc. operates its App Store, unconvinced by recent steps the company has taken to address antitrust complaints from developers and regulators in the whole world. A bill proposed by a bipartisan trio of senators would force …

(Bloomberg) – Kakao Corp. and Naver Corp. fell, set to record the biggest declines in years, after South Korean lawmakers warned the country’s internet giants against abusing their dominant market position in search of profits. Kakao, which runs Korea’s largest messaging and social media service, plunged more than 11%, on …

SOS Food Rescue Foundation to Host Thailand’s First Food Waste Change Event: Zero Summit 2021 We are reaching the irreversible point of the climate change crisis, and with the persistent environmental and socio-economic problems, the statement could not be more specific. The United Nations is calling for immediate action, a …

Japanese financial conglomerate SBI Holdings is reportedly launching a crypto fund that will invest in multiple cryptocurrencies. “I want people to maintain it with other assets and find out how useful it can be in diversifying portfolios,” said an executive at the company. SBI Holdings launches crypto fund SBI Holdings …

Next step in IPOs for licensed P2P lending platforms – Korea Times Finance 2021-09-04 09:22 Next step in IPOs for licensed P2P lending platforms Bank of England Together Funding, 8% are looking to go public earlier than their rivalsBy Park Jae-hyukLicensed peer-to-peer (P2P) lending platforms have started implementing various survival …

Recap: US equity futures rose yesterday as European markets were mixed as investors watched key Eurozone economic indicators and waited for a US jobs report that could determine when the Federal Reserve will begin to close. withdraw its economic stimulus. Most Asia-Pacific stocks edged up while Chinese stocks declined amid …

Mario Cordero, Executive Director of the Port of Long Beach, joins Yahoo Finance Live to discuss the impact of the pandemic on the Port of Long Beach and shipping bottlenecks. Video transcript [MUSIC PLAYING] AKIKO FUJITA: One of the largest ports in America is experiencing heavy traffic jams. 37 container …

FILE PHOTO: The Google logo is seen at the gathering of startups and high tech leaders, Viva Tech, in Paris, France, May 16, 2019. REUTERS / Charles Platiau / File Photo BANGKOK, Sept.1 (Reuters) – Thailand will start collecting value added tax (VAT) from foreign tech companies on Wednesday and …

(Bloomberg) – Despite China’s regulatory crackdown on private companies and the China Evergrande group’s worsening woes, the nation was the place to go in Asia for corporate bond yields in August, and the optimism could persist. That’s because one of the worries hanging over the nation’s bond investors eased after …

World’s premier international forum on individual “data sovereignty” Opening speech by Governor Lee Jaemyung, keynote lecture by Sir Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the World Wide Web National and international industry – universities – government experts on MyData and data sovereignty to discuss the role of users in the age of …

A man wearing a protective mask walks past the Bank of Japan headquarters amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Tokyo, Japan, May 22, 2020.REUTERS / Kim Kyung-Hoon / File Photo FSA and BOJ to conduct scenario analyzes on banks and insurers FSA to work with Japanese stock exchange on …

I am a data scientist of French origin who cut his teeth as a computer vision research engineer in Japan and later in my country of origin. Yet I write from an unlikely computer vision center: Stuttgart, Germany. But I’m not working on German automotive technology, as you might expect. …

NEW DELHI: DeFi or decentralized finance represents one of the fastest growing and most innovative sectors of the cryptocurrency economy, and India ranks sixth in terms of DeFi adoption, according to DeFi Global Adoption Index 2021 by blockchain data platform Chainalysis. The United States had the highest adoption of DeFi, …

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South Korea has abolished its closure law. In this 2020 photo, a gamer from Seoul, South Korea plays on a then newly purchased PlayStation 5. After ten years, South Korea banned its “shutdown law” which prohibited children under the age of sixteen from playing video games for six hours after …

ATLANTA, August 24, 2021 / PRNewswire / – PrimeRevenue, Inc., the leading provider of technology-based working capital solutions, and IFS Capital Limited (“IFS Capital”) announce a new strategic partnership designed to meet the trade finance needs of large and medium-sized enterprises in the South East Asia. Supply chain finance is …

FaceTory, a skin care company known for its K-beauty subscriptions now offers a subscription to a product that targets the most common skin problem: acne FULLERTON, Calif., August 24, 2021 / PRNewswire / – In 2016, FaceTory has started providing subscription boxes that offer consumers new sheet masks and skin …

By Kantaro Komiya TOKYO (Reuters) – Nearly 68% of Japanese small and medium-sized businesses reported lower sales in July compared to the same month before the 2019 pandemic, according to a survey by credit firm Tokyo Shoko Research released Tuesday. At the same time, 57% said they no longer needed …

Stocks gained on Tuesday, hovering near all-time highs as optimism about earnings and the economic reopening at least temporarily offset lingering concerns about the virus and monetary policy changes. The S&P 500 rose slightly. Major tech stocks including (AMZN) increased their gains and the Nasdaq outperformed to set an intraday …

The London offices are almost deserted and no one knows how many people will be returning or when, but some investors are make bets on the workspace. The question is whether this trust is well placed or reckless when the sharp post-pandemic drop in the value of new office space …

Strategic initiatives include the development of a sustainable finance taxonomy, the ESG data environment and sustainable finance products. The Thailand Sustainable Finance Task Force has identified five key strategic initiatives to promote sustainable finance across the financial sector. The working group includes the Office of Tax Policy, BOT (Bank of …

Former ANZ chief Mike Smith’s greatest legacy has been his aggressive push into Asia. Hired by HSBC in 2007, Smith wanted to expand ANZ’s global presence and commissioned Whelan to develop the institutional bank. Loading Whelan was sent to Singapore at the height of the global financial crisis, when large …

BANGKOK (The Nation / Asia News Network): The Bank of Thailand and the Ministry of Finance have jointly implemented two key measures to help businesses cope with the economic fallout from the Covid-19 crisis, Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, spokesperson speech of the Center for Economic Situation Administration (CESA), said. Credit will be …

The dollar / yen ended almost flat on Friday as increased demand for riskier US stocks helped dampen the appeal of the Japanese yen as a safe haven, creating offsetting trade. A slight rise in US Treasury yields also helped support the greenback. No major economic report from the United …

(Bloomberg) – High commodity prices and earnings growth expectations trigger bullish bets on emerging market stocks after more than a decade of underperformance that has left them near a 20-year low by in relation to the actions of developed countries. Goldman Sachs Group Inc., Bank of America Corp. and Lazard …

August 21, 2021 ETREND OF THE CONOMISTS be big fans of education, which is perhaps not surprising considering how much they consume and the quality of their textbooks. Alfred Marshall, writing in 1873, hoped that education would help to erase the “distinction between workers and gentlemen”. Gary Becker of the …

Japan has released 10 billion yen (about 4.6 billion pesos) to the government of the Philippines the last tranche of Phase 2 of the Post-Disaster Relief Loan (PDSL 2) to complement the country’s disaster and emergency response health such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. “I hope this fund will help …

BANGKOK, Aug.21 (Bloomberg): Thailand is heading for a rare current account deficit this year as the country misses billions of dollars earned from tourism, likely increasing pressure on the country’s already battered currency. Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy could post a current account deficit of $ 10.3 billion, or 2 percent …

SHENZHEN, China, August 12, 2021– (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – OneConnect Financial Technology Co., Ltd. (“OneConnect” or the “Company”) (NYSE: OCFT), a leading technology-as-a-service platform for financial institutions in China, today announced that it has been briefed by its President and CEO and certain other members of its management team of their …

By Divya Chowdhury MUMBAI, Aug.11 (Reuters) – India, the United States and parts of other emerging markets have seen inflows of funds redirected from China as recent regulatory crackdowns in the world’s second-largest economy have spooked investors. markets, according to seasoned investor Mark Mobius. “I would say half the money …

By Alun John HONG KONG, Aug.11 (Reuters) – The dollar and US yields extended their gains in Asia on Wednesday, boosted by lower talks, while Asian stocks traded sideways amid fears about the spread of the coronavirus despite a record close on Wall Street. The dollar index hit its highest …

(RTTNews) – The Chinese stock market advanced in two consecutive sessions, rallying more than 70 points or 2% along the way. The Shanghai Composite Index now sits just below the 3,530 point plateau and is called up again on Wednesday. Global forecasts for Asian markets are cautiously optimistic, largely supported …

CentralWorld shopping mall in Bangkok. The CPN provides vaccination centers in 23 of its shopping centers across the country, covering a total area of ​​40,000 square meters. Central Pattana Plc (CPN) made profits of 1.27 billion baht on total revenue of 6.36 billion baht in the second quarter of 2021. …

The latest information on Korean business and finance Sign up for myFT Daily Digest for up-to-date Korean economic and financial news. KakaoBank, a Korean digital lender, is the latest company to explain the doctrinal divide between tech fans and investors with a focus on fundamentals. Enthusiasts believe that the high …

Portable Ultrasound Devices Market Research Report By Device Type (Wearable & Mobile), By Application (Cardiovascular, Gastric & Musculoskeletal), By End User, By Region (Americas, Asia Pacific & Europe, Middle East and Africa) – Global Forecast to 2026 – Cumulative Impact of COVID-19 New York, Aug 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – …

(Bloomberg) – The overhaul of tutoring companies in China has triggered a few volatile weeks for both onshore and Hong Kong stock markets, leaving investors on edge. After heavy losses, traders are looking for what regulators might target next as Beijing tightens its grip on a range of sectors from …

By Lee Kyung-min Vice Premier and Finance Minister Hong Nam-ki has asked if he will discuss the possible release of jailed Samsung Electronics Vice President Lee Jae-yong when he meets with the country’s five major pressure groups. next week. Lee is serving a two-and-a-half-year prison sentence following a guilty verdict …

(Bloomberg) – US stocks rose on Friday after a better-than-expected increase in the US payrolls fueled expectations that the Federal Reserve is approaching a withdrawal of stimulus measures. The S&P 500 hit a record, led by financials and materials, while the tech-rich Nasdaq 100 fell. Job growth in the United …

DUBLIN, August 6, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The report “Medical Polyoxymethylene Market Forecast to 2028 – COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis by Application” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. Research and Markets logo The global medical polyoxymethylene market was valued at US $ 61,542.14 thousand in 2019 and should …

A JPMorgan logo is seen in New York, the United States on January 10, 2017. REUTERS / Stephanie Keith / File Photo LONDON, Aug.6 (Reuters) – Wall Street investment banking giant JPMorgan (JPM.N) on Friday obtained regulatory approval from Beijing to become the first foreign owner of a brokerage in …

TOKYO, Aug.6 (Reuters) – Japan hit a milestone of one million coronavirus cases on Friday, national media reported, as infections rose in the Olympic host from Tokyo to other urban areas and the country is grappling with an unprecedented rate of spread of the Delta variant. A driver for Finance …

Based on a strong performance in the second quarter of 2021 and a recently revised forecast for the rest of the year, Pandora is improving its financial forecast for 2021. Organic growth expectations are increased to “16% -18%”, instead of “above 12%” and EBIT margin expectations are increased to “23% …

Dublin, Aug 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The report “Construction Plastics Market Research Report by Plastic Type, End User, Region – Global Forecast to 2026 – Cumulative Impact of COVID-19 “has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. The global construction plastics market size was estimated at $ 80.91 billion in 2020 …

(Bloomberg) – China’s surprise ban on pineapple imports from Taiwan five months ago has been widely seen as an attempt to undermine President Tsai Ing-wen’s position with a political constituency . Trade data shows the move has produced anything but the desired effect. First-half figures collected by the Taiwan Agriculture …

KUALA LUMPUR (Aug 6): BigPay, the electronic wallet unit of AirAsia Group Bhd, has secured up to $ 100 million in funding from South Korean conglomerate SK Group to continue its mission to become the leading challenger bank in South East Asia. With the funds, the company intends to expand …

SINGAPORE – Banks in Singapore eased their purse strings this week to reward investors on strong second quarter results, showing they are confident the recovery from COVID-19 remains on track despite setbacks in Asia. DBS Group Holdings, Southeast Asia’s largest lender, on Thursday announced interim payments to shareholders at 33 …

TOKYO, Aug.4 (Reuters) – Service sector activity in Japan contracted at a faster pace in July to contract for the 18th consecutive month as restrictions put in place to fight a resurgence in infections coronavirus have taken a toll on business activity and confidence. Activity and new business inflows have …

In over 60 countries, including many developing countries, it has become incredibly easy to send money in real time to someone else over the internet, knowing nothing more than their cell phone number. However, 24/7 fast payment systems, a technology that is starting to work quite well for low value …

(Bloomberg) – Asian stocks got off to a cautious start on Wednesday as China’s crackdown on its tech giants and the spread of the Covid-19 delta strain dampened sentiment. Crude oil has retreated. Benchmarks edged down in Japan, where SoftBank Group Corp. fell after a potential blockage of its $ …

(Add company statement, background) By Heekyong Yang and Joyce Lee SEOUL, Aug.4 (Reuters) – SK Innovation Co Ltd, owner of South Korea’s leading refiner SK Energy, said on Wednesday it expects refining margins to gradually improve in the second half of the year as COVID- 19 is declining and demand …

(Bloomberg) – US stocks drifted on Tuesday as European stocks tried to hold on to a record high as predominantly positive earnings reports helped offset new concerns over China’s tech crackdown and lower oil prices raw. The S&P 500 was little changed with Ralph Lauren Corp., Gartner Inc. and Eli …

Dublin, 03 August 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The drug pipelines “Burn – Market Insights, Competitive Landscape and Market Forecast – 2026” have been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. This “Burn – Market Overview, Competitive Landscape and Market Forecast-2026” report provides an in-depth understanding of Burn and the historical and forecast trends …

Dublin, Aug 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The report “Folding Bikes Market Research Report by Product Type, Application, Region – Global Forecast to 2026 – Cumulative Impact of COVID-19” a been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. The global folding bicycle market size was estimated at USD 462.82 million in 2020 and …

Emerging tourism-dependent economies that were already struggling before the pandemic with strained finances and inflated debt are bearing the cost of their second consecutive collapse of the summer season as the spread of the coronavirus pushes visitors away. In the first five months of this year, global international arrivals were …