Posts by Liam Redmond
Japan Foods warns of loss for 9-month period amid lower revenue, higher expenses – The Business Times
This was mainly due to weak sales in November and December 2024, despite a higher number of operating outlets JAPAN Foods expects to report a loss for its nine months ended Dec 31, 2024, mainly due to lower revenue and higher selling and distribution expenses. In a bourse filing on Friday (Jan 24), the company…
Read MoreOracle, Apple, Google diverge on whether to keep serving TikTok – The Business Times
APPLE and Oracle have reacted differently to President Donald Trump’s pledge that the US government will not enforce a national security law that raised potential penalties for US partners of the popular video app TikTok. Oracle, which provides cloud services for TikTok, took Trump’s go-ahead to heart. It’s kept TikTok operational since the app briefly…
Read MoreMichael Scott’s Leadership Tips: What ‘The Office’ Got Right
Michael Scott, the quirky boss from “The Office,” often found himself in awkward situations. Yet, beneath his blunders, there are some surprising leadership gems. While his methods were unconventional, Michael’s way of managing the Scranton branch of Dunder Mifflin offers lessons that go beyond the laughs. Let’s dive into what Michael Scott’s leadership style can…
Read MoreFar East Orchard unit acquires additional stake in Woodlands Square for S$25 million – The Business Times
A UNIT of Far East Orchard (FEO) has acquired an additional stake in its commercial property in Woodlands for S$25 million. Woods Square, an integrated commercial development comprising offices and retail spaces, was completed in 2020 and was a joint venture between FEO’s wholly owned subsidiary Tannery, Far East Civil Engineering (FECE), and Sekisui House.…
Read MoreP.O. Box Prices: What You’ll Really Pay in 2024
Thinking about getting a P.O. Box in 2024? You’re not alone. With more people shopping online and working remotely, having a secure spot for your mail is pretty handy. But, like everything else, prices are going up. It’s not just about the box itself; there are a bunch of costs to consider. In this article,…
Read MoreChinese EV makers file challenges to tariffs at EU court – The Business Times
CHINESE electric vehicle makers BYD, Geely and SAIC have challenged the EU’s import tariffs at the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU), filings on the court’s website showed on Thursday (Jan 23). The EU imposed tariffs on China-made EVs at the end of October after an anti-subsidy investigation, including 17 per cent for…
Read MoreFu Yu board rejects substantial shareholder’s directorship bid due to non-conformance with SGX’s ‘integrity requirements’ – The Business Times
PRECISION plastic components manufacturer Fu Yu Corporation’s board of directors declined to appoint substantial shareholder Victor Lim as a director due to potential non-conformance to the “directors’ integrity requirements” set out by the Singapore Exchange (SGX). Specifically, Fu Yu said that the board’s nominating committee (NC) relied on SGX’s listing manual rules 246(5)(a), which are…
Read MoreOffice Holiday Gift Swaps Gone Wrong: What Not to Do
Office holiday gift swaps can be a lot of fun, but they can also turn into a real headache if things go wrong. Whether it’s a poorly chosen gift or a misunderstanding about what’s appropriate, there’s plenty that can trip you up. With everyone trying to impress or at least not embarrass themselves, it’s easy…
Read MoreWill Writing 101: Don’t Let Your Family Fight Over Your Stuff
Ever thought about what happens to your stuff when you’re gone? Yeah, it’s not the happiest thought, but it’s super important. Writing a will might sound like something only rich folks do, but honestly, everyone should have one. It’s not just about money; it’s about making sure your family doesn’t end up in a big…
Read MoreAlfa Romeo and Jeep dealership in Singapore to close by June – The Business Times
CAPELLA Auto, the agent for Alfa Romeo and Jeep cars in Singapore, is winding up its business by June and will sell its remaining stock of cars over the next few months. Speaking to The Straits Times on Thursday (Jan 23), Capella Auto’s marketing director Tracy Teo said the company will continue to offer maintenance,…
Read MoreChina firms boost shareholder returns via dividends and buybacks – The Business Times
CHINESE firms are attracting investors with increased dividends and buybacks, spurred by a policy push for corporate governance reforms in a bleak and uncertain economic environment. Beijing’s encouragement of these reforms alongside directives to pension funds and mutual funds to increase investments in domestic stocks are also forcing corporations to distribute dividends and deliver stable…
Read MoreST Engineering Urban Solutions, SP Mobility win tender to deploy public EV charging points – The Business Times
TWO electric vehicle (EV) charging operators won contracts to deploy public EV charging points across Singapore under a tender by the Land Transport Authority’s (LTA) subsidiary EV-Electric Charging (EVe). EVe said on Friday (Jan 24) that it awarded contracts under its second tender to SP Mobility, the mobility arm of SP Group, and ST Engineering…
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