Indian Companies Turn to Chinese AI Models as Cost Pressures Mount Indian firms are adopting Chinese AI models to rein in rising artificial intelligence expenses, sparking debate over data sovereignty …
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Mynt IPO Moves Forward as Reports Say Board Filed Listing Application on PSE Mynt IPO: Parent of GCash eyes landmark Philippine listing that could raise about $1 billion, local reports …
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Swire Pacific launches zero-interest exchangeable bond to raise $600m, transfers 6% Cathay stake
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSwire Pacific exchangeable bond raises $600m, could transfer nearly 6% of Cathay Pacific Swire Pacific issues a $600 million exchangeable bond tied to Cathay Pacific shares; the zero‑interest move may …
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BOJ rate hike to 1.0% set for June 15–16, 2026 meeting as bond tapering is reviewed Bank of Japan to raise its key rate to 1.0% at the June 15–16, …
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Japanese asset managers raise vote thresholds, demand higher ROE, limit strategic holdings
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiReturn on equity becomes focal point as Japanese asset managers tighten voting standards Japanese asset managers and trust banks raise return on equity standards and press firms to cut strategic …
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Iran war prompts Japanese manufacturers to raise prices amid resource shortages
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan Manufacturers Face Price Pressure as Iran War Drives Up Resource and Packaging Costs Nikkei survey: most Japanese food and daily necessities makers have raised or plan price hikes as …
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Singapore banks raise allowances and scrutinize loan books amid Iran war
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSingapore banks shore up buffers as OCBC raises allowances amid Middle East conflict Singapore banks boost provisions as OCBC raises allowances to shield against Middle East conflict fallout amid weakening …
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FATF urges Singapore to raise penalties for money laundering despite improvements
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSingapore money laundering review: FATF calls for tougher penalties and stronger enforcement FATF warns Singapore to tighten anti-money laundering measures and increase penalties, citing gaps that could undermine the city-state’s …
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Hong Kong listings hit 409 pending IPOs as AI, tech raise billions
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiHong Kong IPO market surges as AI and tech listings drive billions; HKEX shows 409 applications Hong Kong IPO market sees AI and tech lead billions in funds as HKEX …
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Aaron Rodgers Given Right-of-First-Refusal Tender by Steelers to Keep Veteran Quarterback in Pittsburgh Steelers place right-of-first-refusal tender on Aaron Rodgers, guaranteeing a salary bump and securing matching rights as free …