- United States Dollar Index eases as Iran halts military operations against Israel
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the Greenback's value against a basket of six major currencies, edges lower on Monday as traders assess the evolving situation in the Middle East.
- Singapore Dollar: Further losses against US Dollar toward 1.2960 – UOB
UOB’s Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann highlight that USD/SGD surged past 1.29 after a blowout US nonfarm payrolls report, with the S$NEER still trading well above its mid-point.
- CEE FX: Zloty most vulnerable in risk-off – ING
ING’s Frantisek Taborsky highlights that Central and Eastern European FX is being driven by global headlines and hawkish US repricing, with local data having limited impact.
- Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD hovers near 200-day SMA, downside risks persist
Silver (XAG/USD) trades modestly higher on Monday after falling nearly 8% on Friday in the wake of a stronger-than-expected US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report, which reinforced expectations that the …
- WTI Oil climbs as Israel-Iran, Houthi tensions eclipse OPEC+ output hike
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) US Oil trades around $89.95 at the time of writing on Monday, up 1.57% on the day, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to support energy prices.
- South Korean Won: Authorities step up FX defence – BNY
BNY’s Bob Savage highlights that South Korean policymakers held an emergency meeting and vowed stern action against speculative FX activity as USD/KRW trades at its weakest since 2009. The Nation…
- India: Hawkish RBI stance and FY27 risks – DBS
DBS Group Research economist Radhika Rao says the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept its policy rate at 5.25% with a neutral stance but a clearly hawkish tone, focused on inflation and currency stabi…
- Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD edges higher as Iran-Israel halt hostilities
The Pound Sterling registers modest gains of 0.10% on Monday as risk appetite improved despite attacks exchanged between Iran and Israel, which agreed to halt fire as US President Donald Trump dema…
- NY Fed Consumer Inflation Expectations mostly unchanged in May, job market weakening
The New York Federal Reserve Bank released its May Survey of Consumer Expectations (SCE) on Monday, in which households expect inflation to edge down a tick, despite upward pressures from the Middl…
- Dow Jones Industrial Average trails chip rebound while CPI lines up to spoil it
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) sat almost unchanged into the European afternoon, futures drifting around the 50,750 area after an overnight session that climbed off a low close to 50,500 u…
- When Fit-Out Costs Bite, Location Strategy Matters More Than Ever — West Kowloon Shows Why
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Across the Asia Pacific region, the economics of office occupancy have changed materially. Fit-out costs in Sydney, Tokyo…
- Leaks and backdoors: China warns of security risks in relay services for foreign AI models
China’s national security authority has warned of risks in using “artificial intelligence relay services” that provide access to overseas AI models, highlighting concerns over data leaks, pri…
- China’s EV giants challenge Tesla in race to commercialise humanoid robots
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers are opening a new front in their battle with Tesla: humanoid robots. After spending years competing on electric cars and autonomous driving technology, leading …
- NWD tests market with 28 Pavilia Rosa flats for sale amid Hang Seng slump
Hong Kong developer New World Development (NWD) is making 28 units of its Pavilia Rosa project in Kowloon Tong available to buyers on Friday, a test of sentiment and demand in the city’s resident…
- Hong Kong-listed Tencent eyes global note issuance amid AI investment surge
Chinese tech giant Tencent Holdings plans to issue new notes to international investors in the coming year, joining the fundraising wave by Hong Kong-listed AI companies looking to fund expansion i…
- Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Tech Index welcomes MiniMax, Zhipu in AI milestone amid slump
Chinese artificial intelligence firms MiniMax Group and Knowledge Atlas Technology were added to the Hang Seng Tech Index on Monday, marking the first inclusion of pure-play AI companies in Hong Ko…
- China’s new battery tech set to turbocharge EVs, energy storage
Next-generation Chinese electric-vehicle (EV) batteries that charge in minutes are expected to add fuel to global sales of the country’s carmakers. An EV battery that goes from a 10 per cent to a…
- The ‘world’s toughest gym’: how global companies fight to survive in China
Foreign executives used to come to China to study shoppers. Today, many come to study their future competitors. That shift, according to Joe Ngai, chairman of Greater China at McKinsey & Compan…
- Hong Kong stocks pare losses as AI rallies in Asia unwind on US rate-increase anxiety
Taking its cue, Hong Kong stocks fell alongside other markets in Asia on Monday, as rising bets on an interest-rate increase following a blowout US jobs report raised fears of capital outflows from…
- AXA, Standard Chartered eye expansion in Hong Kong’s booming offshore wealth market
French insurer AXA and London-headquartered Standard Chartered will both launch new offerings aimed at capturing high-net-worth clients this week, indicating that the recent regulatory tightening o…
- McDonald's worker allegedly doused with hot cooking oil by co-worker, suffers burns over 22% of his body
Jacob Smith, 20, faces multiple surgeries after a co-worker allegedly hurled hot cooking oil at him during a shift at a Northern California McDonald's.
- Convicted FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried insists he's innocent in exclusive prison interview
Sam Bankman-Fried says he would welcome a Trump pardon but insists he has not lobbied the White House, telling FOX Business from prison he is innocent.
- Hibbett Sports owner plans to close 175 underperforming stores in major North American reorganization
Hibbett Sports will close around 175 stores over the next three years as parent company JD Sports pursues a cost-cutting and optimization strategy.
- Tom Brady launches Good Nut coconut water line with Gopuff in market expected to reach $11B by 2030
Tom Brady launched Good Nut, a premium organic coconut water line with Gopuff, in a beverage market expected to reach $11 billion by 2030.
- Sam Bankman-Fried says he 'absolutely' wants a presidential pardon from inside his federal prison cell
Sam Bankman-Fried says he "absolutely" wants a presidential pardon from his federal prison cell, but won't say if his family is lobbying on his behalf.
- Gas-X capsules recalled over potential chemical contamination due to leaky machine: FDA
Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels were recalled nationwide due to potential chemical contamination from a machine leakage during packaging, the FDA announced.
- Costco quietly rolls back prices on popular Kirkland products in member-friendly move
The retail giant lowered prices on select private-label goods as Costco executives reiterated a commitment to delivering value to members, according to a recent earnings call.
- NASA astronauts could soon wear Prada as luxury label unveils new gear for Artemis IV
The luxury fashion brand contributed advanced materials and design expertise to a garment expected to support NASA's next moon landing mission in 2028.
- Walmart CEO says lower-income shoppers showing 'signs of stress' as fuel costs squeeze household budgets
Walmart CEO John Furner said rising fuel costs are placing increasing pressure on consumers, with lower-income households showing growing signs of financial strain.
- American Airlines reportedly pauses 6 domestic routes amid fuel price pressure tied to Iran conflict
The airline says six domestic routes will be paused for two months as carriers face higher fuel costs linked to instability in the Middle East.
- April micro-cap flashback
In April micro-caps were getting smashed by war, oil and credit stress — but perhaps rising commodity prices could soon force capital back into quality small stocks, setting up a powerful rebo…
- Picks, Shovels and the New Investment Playbook: How to Position for the Decade Ahead
The 1970s saw commodities soar while growth stocks cratered. History rarely repeats — but investors should understand how it rhymes.
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- Apple unveils new AI features with privacy focus at WWDC 2026
While Apple continues to trail some competitors in AI development, it is attempting to differentiate itself through privacy-focused innovation
- Arnifi launches AI-powered banking, payments platform for corporates
This platform will allow businesses to access traditional banks, digital banks and payment processors across key global jurisdictions
- Zepto files updated IPO papers, plans ₹8,010 crore fresh issue
The total issue size, including an offer for sale, is expected to be around ₹11,000 crore, with a potential listing in July
- Magnitude 6.0 earthquake strikes off Cuba coast, no tsunami warning issued
There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties, and no tsunami warning or watch was issued
- US judge strikes down Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee as unlawful tax
The court’s decision overturns a policy that had sharply reduced H-1B applications.
- India willing to open market to high-quality, innovative pharma products: Goyal
He projected that India’s pharmaceutical market could grow to USD 120 billion within five years, up from about USD 60 billion currently
- 7.8-magnitude Philippines quake kills at least 35, triggers tsunami and building collapses
The quake caused widespread damage to buildings, disrupted flights, and triggered landslides, including one in Sarangani province that killed 13 people
- RBI announces swap window for ECBs and FCNR (B) deposits
Measures extended hedging support and liquidity management till January 2027
- West-Asia war could reshape the AI race
As AI spreads across every sector of human activity, the global race to scale it collides with a highly volatile force: geopolitics. This convergence exposes how dependent technology is on physical…
- Gold ETF investors exits highest last week for this year; outflows continue for 4th week in a row
Net investments down 17% last week from May 23, as US, Chinese and Canadian investors lead the negative trend
- HMRC issues £3.1million in inheritance tax penalties to bereaved families
Bereaved families across Britain have been handed £3.1million in inheritance tax penalties as HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) steps up enforcement against executors who miss filing deadline…
- DWP launches PIP change trial which are set to affect thousands of claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed it launched a pilot scheme changing how Personal Independence Payment assessments are handled after details emerged from an anonymo…
- Ed Miliband urged to visit Aberdeen after being accused of 'pushing oil industry into extinction'
Ed Miliband has been urged to visit Aberdeen after being accused of “pushing our great oil and gas industry into extinction”.
Douglas Lumsden, the Conservative candidat…
- British construction firm collapses into liquidation after 40 years
A construction company whose directors delivered projects for major brands including Wetherspoon, JD Sports and Sports Direct has entered liquidation following mounting pressure across Bri…
- Post Office issues warning over hundreds of store closures as business rates soar by £29million
Rural Post Offices across Britain are warning they could be forced to close after a sharp rise in business rates left branches facing an additional £29million tax burden over the next yea…
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- ‘Most diverse cohort yet’ for Northern investor programme with £1.6m funding pot
PXN Ventures’ PraeSeed programme is backed by Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II
- North East BIC leader Paul McEldon to step down after 25 years
Mr McEldon - who received an OBE for services to business growth in the North East - will retire next year
- Nationwide boss sees pay packet nearly double after Virgin Money takeover
Dame Debbie Crosbie spearheaded the mutual's multi-billion pound acquisition of Virgin Money
- The Bristol swim coaching app gaining thousands of global followers
Catch was launched in September last year by a former elite teen swimmer
- Wales sees biggest fall in shoppers of any UK nation
The Welsh Retail Consortium has released retail footfall numbers for May
- The Crown Estate appoints Welsh entrepreneur to its board
Michael Plaut has been appointed a commissioner
- Fresh plans for long-delayed Cornwall development put forward
The huge scheme has been a victim of the downturn in the economy and increased inflation
- Revolution Beauty and Debenhams agree beauty products licensing deal years after boardroom rows
The beauty firm will develop and sell products across Debenhams' range of brands including PrettyLittleThing and Karen Millen
- Tata's new electric arc furnace at Port Talbot facing delay
A delay in getting enough electricity to the Port Talbot site means there is currently a 12-month delay to the new electric arc furnace opening but bosses are confident that could come down
- Tate & Lyle agrees £2.7bn takeover by US rival Ingredion
The 123-year-old ingredients firm has agreed to a £2.7bn takeover by US rival Ingredion at 615p per share, as it battles slowing consumer demand and a deteriorating operating environment
- Singapore must become more cohesive as global outlook remains uncertain: PM Wong
The government still expects inflationary pressures to rise, and there is also uncertainty about how AI will impact the job market, he...
- Temasek-backed startup PhysicsX hits US$2.4 billion valuation to provide AI for manufacturing
The startup needs more cash to expand its staff in part because of a roughly six-month backlog of customer demand
- As the West explores new frontiers, South-east Asia is looking back down at Earth from space
Earth observation data sees ‘increasingly pragmatic’ use in trade-heavy corridors and across archipelagos
- SpaceX’s US$1.75 trillion IPO: How retail investors, including those in Singapore, can buy shares
The company has reportedly earmarked as much as 30% or US$22.5 billion in shares for retail investors
- Think twice about rebuilding that old landed property into a super-big house to max out GFA
Mind the high construction and recurring costs of building a gigantic home for owner occupation
- Stocks to watch: Singtel, SIA Engineering, UMS, Samudera Shipping, Lum Chang Creations
[SINGAPORE] The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Monday (Jun 8):
- The Business Times checks into hotels around the world with latest partnerships
Travellers can access BT’s insights across more than 200 hotels by scanning QR codes
- Have we become too optimistic about stocks?
With the major banks funnelling resources into their wealth franchises, investors could be about to face an avalanche of sales calls
- DBS Research and UOBKH eye Singtel, Venture as top picks for June
Singtel’s 18% drop from a March peak is an ‘opportunity to add’, while Venture’s revenue may be boosted by AI
- Singamas and other alleged container cartel members could face lawsuits from customers
US law firms say that civil claims could be filed, on top of the criminal charges brought by the Department of Justice...