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Long-term approach needed for investing in China

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SINGAPORE - China is top of investors' minds as they try to understand its policy shift towards "common prosperity". This idea is not new. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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A measured increase, but how can system best stretch the fare dollar?

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SINGAPORE - Public transport fare increases are never popular, even in the best of times. But when the country is in the throes of a pandemic which is affecting all but the wealthiest, a hike in bus and train fares becomes doubly prickly. The concession is that the Public Transport Council (PTC) has continued to display restraint by tweaking the fare formula to blunt the blow of this year's adjustment, which would have been quite severe otherwise. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Ex-construction professional now designs look and feel of bank apps

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SINGAPORE - Former construction professional Andrea Lau saw how digital tools could help to simplify processes and improve lives when she was working in the industry. "I realised that it would be so much more fulfilling if I learnt how to build applications that can benefit others, even if it's something as simple as helping them save some time from their busy schedules," said Ms Lau, 29, a former quantity surveyor at a construction cost consultancy. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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At 28, computer engineer manages her own team in Singapore bank

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SINGAPORE - Computer engineering major Michelle Tee knew little about banking when she joined Citi Singapore fresh out of university in 2016 under a technology analyst programme. But her leap of faith paid off as she picked up key concepts along the way and was eventually promoted several times to manage her own team at the age of 28 - after just five years of working there. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Tug of war between growth and inflation to intensify for markets

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SINGAPORE - Slowing growth, rising prices, spiking interest rates. These make a nightmare scenario for financial markets. While we are not in this territory, analysts' chatter about stagflation are injecting a healthy dose of nervousness into market sentiment. This is evident from the turbulent trading sessions which have seen coming during the final quarter of the year. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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S’pore paediatricians call for greater attention to climate change

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SINGAPORE - For paediatricians, caring for a child begins long before he takes his first breath. And the health of children could be adversely affected by climate change. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Investors can steer companies to be more sustainable

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Although Covid-19 has proven to be the most wide-reaching public health crisis that has severely damaged the world economy, it has nonetheless highlighted a few important considerations that businesses need to bear in mind if they are to successfully compete in a post-virus world. First, companies that integrated sustainability and transparency strategically into their business operations prior to Covid-19 are more likely to display greater agility when responding to unexpected events. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Invest by keeping things simple

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(NYTIMES) - My friends are smart and hardworking. And, much to my chagrin, most of them have no interest in personal investing. Yes, it can be confusing. Ads for new products and services are everywhere, new personal finance apps pop up all the time, and entities ranging from financial planners and traditional investment firms to robots want to offer you advice for a fee. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Is my workplace toxic?

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Bosses swearing at employees, throwing things at them and delaying salary payments might seem impossible in this day and age of worker protections but these are some of the allegations that have surfaced in recent days about some workplaces in Singapore. They include claims made online against Night Owl Cinematics co-founder Sylvia Chan. The police and fair employment watchdog are looking into the allegations. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Al Capone’s things going, going, gone… for millions

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(NYTIMES) - Crime does pay, at least for antique collectors. Some of the items sold at an auction of notorious American crime lord Al Capone's possessions fetched millions at a recent auction, such as a colour photo of his wife Mae Capone, in a blue dress, holding a terrier. Others were a stark reminder of the violence he incited - like his "favourite" Colt .45 pistol. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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The ‘Squid Game effect’ on Netflix’s stock

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SINGAPORE - You have undoubtedly heard of the Netflix dark survival drama Squid Game, which has captured a huge global audience since its debut last month. The battle royal-esque series fleshes out emotional desperation, daily struggles and heavy societal pressures - all of which have turned the Netflix original into a No. 1 mega-hit across around 80 countries, including the United States, despite the fact that it is a Korean-language show. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Legal pitfalls to note before investing in NFTs

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SINGAPORE - If you have paid $1 million for a rare painting, chances are you won't be displaying it at a public area for passers-by to enjoy. Instead, the painting will probably be kept in your study where only you and your loved ones can look at the artwork, which is essentially an expensive item for private enjoyment. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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ITE students help seafood supplier boost sustainability, save thousands of dollars

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SINGAPORE - Local seafood supplier Song Fish Dealer was caught cold by a freezer breakdown, losing about $3,000 on the first two days of Chinese New Year in 2019 when nothing could be salvaged. But like many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the company lacked the expertise and tools to conduct an environmental audit and solve these infrequent yet costly incidents. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Signs of severe overpricing in key US markets

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(NYTIMES) - The prices of stocks, bonds and real estate, the three major asset classes in the United States, are all extremely high. In fact, the three have never been this overpriced simultaneously in modern history. What is happening isn't caused by any single objective factor. It may be best explained as a result of a confluence of popular narratives that have together led to higher prices. Whether these markets will continue to rise over the short run is impossible to say. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Banks in S’pore taking a prudent but positive approach towards cryptocurrency

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SINGAPORE - Institutional demand for investments in digital assets continues to rise, and most banks here are taking a sure and steady approach towards cryptocurrency. Caution seems the obvious option, given the ground-breaking new technology involved, not to mention the regulatory minefield and massive upheaval that could hit the financial service industry. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Singapore foster mum coaxes teenager to come out of her shell

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SINGAPORE - Nadia (not her real name) wants to be a baker and sell kueh after she graduates. Her dream was nurtured by her foster mother, Madam Faridah Ahmad, who taught her how to bake cookies last year. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Pulled from near-bankruptcy, Oceanus now aims to be global foodtech firm

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SINGAPORE - The baptism of fire when chief executive Peter Koh first took the helm at Oceanus Group came in the form of a disgruntled shareholder asking if he could guarantee a turnaround of the abalone producer. It was a timely question given the firm was about to go bankrupt under around $94 million in debt. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Cash rewards for S’pore athletes: What more can be done to reduce the disparity?

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SINGAPORE - When it was announced on Tuesday (Oct 5) that Paralympian swimmer Yip Pin Xiu would be the inaugural recipient of a new President's Award for Inspiring Achievement, the House burst into applause. From a child who was often bullied and stared at, to becoming a five-time gold medallist and former Nominated MP, Ms Yip has shown Singaporeans that nothing is impossible. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Implications of brave new world of crypto, distributed ledger tech

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SINGAPORE - Cryptocurrencies are having a moment. Whether you're on the trading floor or at the kopitiam, it seems you can't escape whispers of Ethereum or Solana. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Time to pay to treat carbon waste?

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(BLOOMBERG) - My monthly water bill is about £20 (S$37). Half of it pays for the water that's piped into my London flat; the other half covers the cost of treating the wastewater from my property. That most unremarkable of facts about my ablutions has a climate lesson: We already pay to manage some of the waste generated by daily living. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.