By Matein Khalid The US Dollar Index has fallen almost 6% since its March 2020 highs. This is no surprise given the sheer scale and speed of the Federal Reserve’s response to the pandemic – a $3 trillion rise in the balance sheet, a buying spree in US Treasury, agency, MBS and corporate debt, backstop programs in the corporate credit markets. In addition, Jerome Powell resorted to […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – July 21, 2020 – Senoko Energy, one of Singapore’s largest and most established energy companies, today launched a pilot project to introduce peer-to-peer (P2P) trading of renewable energy in collaboration with Singapore’s foremost energy innovation company, ELECTRIFY, and ENGIE Factory, the venture arm of French multinational electric utility company, ENGIE. Sponsored by ENGIE Factory, the initiative will enable Singapore households and […]
18% of businesses report a hiring freeze compared to 30% in April Three fourths of Singapore companies have refrained from layoffs SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 21 July 2020 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions, has released the results of a new pulse survey that explores how companies in Singapore are planning for changes […]
Australia leads the Asia Pacific region in creating an enabling environment supportive of longevity and healthy ageing with an overall score of 75.2 out of a possible 100, ranking second globally behind the US South Korea (4th) and Japan (8th) perform well with scores above the global average of 59.4 South Korea leads the G20 in areas of ‘accessible economic opportunity’ and ‘inclusive social structures and institutions’ […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 21th July 2020 – SP Jain School of Global Management (SP Jain Global) announced today the launch of a new set of flexible learning options for its Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program amid the uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19. SP Jain which has campuses in Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore and Sydney said today that students who sign up for its BBA program can […]
X0PA AI gains recognition for using AI and data science to make hiring objective SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 16 July 2020 – X0PA AI, a Singapore headquartered startup founded with the mission to make hiring a scientific process through the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data science and maximize objectivity, efficiencies and scale to hiring process. X0PA AI is proudly enrolled in the SG:D Spark programme, […]
Arabian Post Staff The first WHO enlisted global clinical Phase III trial of Sinopharm CNBG’s inactivated vaccine to combat COVID-19 has started in Abu Dhabi and has been inspired by the UAE leadership’s vision and commitment to overcome the pandemic through a global collaborative effort. Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Hamed, Chairman of the Department of Health, Abu Dhabi, was the first individual in the world to […]
Knowledge of rare diseases among healthcare professionals is lacking: o 34% do not know if there is a definition for rare diseases o 35% do not know if there is a national rare disease policy 14% of healthcare professionals report never encountering a rare disease patient Better coordination between disciplines and across borders is needed to ensure every rare disease patient receives the best care available […]
New version of its blockchain platform supports demand generation, sustainability and compliance for manufacturers and jewellery retailers, also announces its new bridge funding through the UK government’s Future Fund and Tencent. LONDON, UK – Media OutReach – 15 July 2020 – As the diamond industry adapts to the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, Everledger has launched of a new version of the Everledger Platform, with additional features that match […]
The Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul) announced that the launch of exchange-traded derivatives will be on 30 August 2020. The first exchange-traded derivatives product is an index futures contract, the Saudi Futures 30 (SF30). This contract is based on the MSCI Tadawul 30 Index (MT30). The launch of the Derivatives Market aims to further support the growth of the Saudi capital market by creating new opportunities for investors, […]
HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 14 July 2020 – Lane Crawford, Greater China’s leading iconic luxury department store, is on the look out for emerging talent to be part of The Makers Movement — the ninth chapter in their Creative Call Out series. The Creative Call Out series was launched by Lane Crawford in 2015 with a commitment to seek out and support the talent of tomorrow […]
In the extremely competitive market today businesses are struggling to find new and innovative ways to attract new customers. From conventional outdoor advertisements to ultra-modern social media marketing, businesses leave no stone unturned when it comes to promotion and progress. However, despite the new and complicated marketing strategies being increasingly used today, research studies have shown that the conventional cold calling services technique is still the most […]
Advise not to spread any misleading messages and make decision rationally MACAU, CHINA – Media OutReach – 13 July 2020 – In response to the recent rumours circulating on the Internet, Alvin Chau, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Suncity Group, responded in a video today, he said, ‘According to the information provided by different institutions, there is an indication that a nationwide anti-crime operation has been conducting recently […]
HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 13 July 2020 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), the global leader in cloud security, released survey results that show how remote workers address cybersecurity. Nearly three quarters (72%) of remote workers say they are more conscious of their organisation’s cybersecurity policies since lockdown began, but many are breaking the rules anyway due to limited understanding or resource constraints. Trend […]
DUBAI, 12th July, 2020 (WAM) — The UAE Ministry of Economy and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, CCPIT, have announced that they will together host the first China-UAE Economic and Trade Digital Expo on 15th July, a platform designed to reinvigorate trade activities between the two countries as they seek to lay the foundations for bilateral trade in the new digital economy. Organised […]
Following the partial lifting of international flight restrictions by UAE and Indian authorities on travel for eligible individuals to and from Abu Dhabi to India, Etihad Airways will resume a limited number of special flights to six Indian gateways. The airline will operate services from Abu Dhabi to Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, and Mumbai. All eligible passengers travelling from India to Abu Dhabi must possess the relevant […]
Functional and sustainable winning entries of the year celebrated virtually with Nippon Paint SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 11 July 2020 – Following the 13th instalment of the Asia Young Designer Awards (AYDA), Nippon Paint has crowned Lin Honghan, from China and Greta Elsa Nurtjahja, from Indonesia the grand title of being the Asia Young Designers of the Year 2019/2020, beating other participants across 15 geographical locations, in […]
Incorporating acts of kindness into everyday lives to make a meaningful difference HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 10 July 2020 – Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C) – To celebrate Citi’s 15th annual Global Community Day, a team of Citi Hong Kong senior management volunteered today at Feeding Hong Kong. The group performed quality checks, sorted and packed food staples into emergency food boxes, which will be distributed to families in […]
VistaJet World presents private and safe journeys to keep discovering the world LONDON, UK – EQS Newswire – July 8, 2020 – VistaJet, the first and only global business aviation company, uncovers a portfolio of private and safe journeys as Members seek to experience exclusive-use escapes and health-enhancing adventures around the world. During a challenging time with COVID-19, planning and researching future journeys is high […]
FWD most awarded insurer for third consecutive year with revolutionary products and tied agency strength in the spotlight HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 9 July 2020 – FWD Hong Kong (‘FWD’) was the most awarded winner in the insurance sector for the third consecutive year at the Bloomberg Businessweek Financial Institution Awards 2020 (the “Bloomberg Awards 2020”), bringing home a total of 11 awards, comprising three Excellence […]
Arabian Post Staff Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) has announced the transfer of its Ras al-Khaimah and Fujairah branch offices to its Sharjah branch and the transfer of its Al Dhafra Region branch office to Abu Dhabi. The move is in line with ADX’s business development strategy, which is designed to facilitate digital acceleration and provide smart services in an effort to be more customer centric and […]
Cross-Sector Endeavour Continues to Cultivate Corporate Social Responsibility HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 6 July 2020 – Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C) – The Citi-HKCSS Community Intern Program (CIP) is celebrating its 10th year of providing internship opportunities for local university business students at local non-profit organizations (NGOs). Since its launch in 2010, nearly 700 interns have been nurtured through the program. Co-organized by Citi and the Hong Kong […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 6 July 2020 – Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) recently hosted a digital fireside chat on “Transformational Regulatory Change to Accelerate Innovation” with the Philippine Central Bank Governor Dr. Benjamin Diokno and Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) Chief FinTech Officer Sopnendu Mohanty, moderated by UnionBank Vice-Chairman Dr. Justo A. Ortiz. The special hour-long discussion touched on various topics including open banking, the National ID […]
‘Train to Busan’ sequel ‘PENINSULA’ is ready to create global phenomenon! ‘Gang Dongwon’, ‘Lee Junghyun’, and Director ‘Yeon Sangho’ lead conversations ‘PENINSULA’ is the 1st case of K-movie to join global live streaming on #TwitterBlueroom Twitter also launched #PENINSULA special emojis to celebrate the confirmation of its release in 185 countries and its invitation to the Cannes International Film Festival ▲Photo Description: Announcement image for […]
