Capital Raising & Corporate Finance
Country Garden’s Lapse
When embattled property developer Country Garden missed a coupon payment on a $500 million bond maturing in September 2025, it...
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Economics, Policy & Regulation
Singapore: New President Elected In A Landslide
Singapore voters elected former deputy prime minister and finance minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam 66, as president in a landslide victory.
Technology
China Challenges The US In Semiconductor Race
Since the Biden administration rolled out a package of sanctions, Beijing’s access to the semiconductor market has been substantially crimped.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Singapore’s Central Bank Chief To Step Down
Veteran central banker Ravi Menon is set to step down as managing director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore.
Technology
Europe Makes First Spot Bitcoin ETF Available To Trade
The Euronext Amsterdam stock exchange listed Europe’s first-ever spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) in mid-August.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
The Philippines’ New Sovereign Fund Gets A Cool Reception
Concerns about corruption and mismanagement hamper the Philippines' sovereign wealth fund launch.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Call It “The Ripple Effect”
Recent court crypto ruling offers corporates an FX alternative.
Banking
GCC: An Oases Of Calm, For Now
As the Ukrainian conflict blows up, the GCC economies hit the jackpot.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
The Philippines: New Central Bank Governor To Be Tested Early
Eli Remolona’s appointment has been welcomed by analysts who point to his significant international experience at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and the Bank for International Settlements.
Capital Raising & Corporate Finance
Morgan Stanley’s Gorman To Step Down
Morgan Stanley CEO James Gormanled the firm through a spate of acquisitions that greatly elevated its position in thewealth management sector and his successor may emerge from that part of the firm.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Singapore: Long-Serving Central Bank Chief Steps Down
Veteran central banker Ravi Menon is set to step down as managing director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore.