Singapore’s second-largest bank, Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp (OCBC), recently reported a 5% increase in first-quarter profit, surpassing market expectations. The bank also announced a S$1.4 billion offer to privatize its insurance arm, Great Eastern. This move highlights OCBC’s strategic focus on enhancing its business portfolio and maximizing shareholder value. Additionally, OCBC forecasted a robust net interest
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Recently elected President of Panama, Jose Raul Mulino, has unveiled ambitious plans for the country, signaling a shift towards pro-investment and pro-business policies. His proposals include addressing the impact of climate change on the Panama Canal, boosting tourism through a national railway project, and tackling the country’s debt and fiscal challenges. However, a critical analysis
European companies operating in China are encountering increasing difficulties in maintaining profitability due to a combination of slowing economic growth and overcapacity pressures. According to a recent survey conducted by the EU Chamber of Commerce in China, businesses in the country are facing challenges such as delays in payment, particularly from state-owned enterprises. These delays
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British neobank Monzo recently announced that it has raised an additional $190 million in funding, bringing its total raised this year to $610 million. This funding round saw participation from new investors such as Hedosophia, CapitalG, and Singaporean sovereign wealth fund GIC. The latest funding round values Monzo at around $5.2 billion, surpassing its previous
Australia’s banking sector is facing challenges that could lead to weaker first-half profits for the country’s biggest banks. Operating costs and competition for mortgage and deposit sales are putting pressure on margins, potentially reversing the stock rally that has propelled the sector in recent years. Traditionally, rising interest rates have benefited Australia’s largest banks. However,
China’s Caixin Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) exceeded expectations in April, reaching 51.4 compared to 51.1 in March. This uptick in the manufacturing sector indicates a positive outlook for the Chinese economy. The most significant growth was seen in production, which expanded at the most pronounced pace since May 2023. Additionally, new export orders rose
Russia’s economy is facing significant challenges, as highlighted by a recent report from the Centre for Macroeconomic Analysis and Short-Term Forecasting. The report indicates that industrial production and investments are stagnating, pointing towards a concerning trend in the country’s economic performance. This stagnation is further exacerbated by a decline in profitability across various industries, leaving
Deutsche Bank shares surged to a more than six-year high following the release of its first-quarter results. The German lender reported a 10% rise in profit, surpassing analyst expectations and indicating a positive trend in its investment banking division. The stock, which initially declined in the morning, rallied 7.2% in London, reaching its highest intraday
The recent climb in U.S. Treasury yields has captured the attention of investors eagerly awaiting crucial economic indicators to gain insights into the economy and the potential trajectory of interest rates. The 10-year yield saw an increase of over two basis points, reaching 4.6414%, while the 2-year yield followed a similar upward trend. Market focus
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Freetrade, a British stock trading app, achieved breakeven earlier this year, a significant milestone for the company. The move into profitability comes after incurring full-year losses in 2023. Adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) reached £100,000 ($124,863) in the first quarter of 2024, as per unaudited financial statements shared with CNBC. Despite