The nuclear-powered USS Alexandria is a 360-foot fast-attack submarine equipped with Tomahawk missiles and MK48 torpedoes.
Citigroup targets social finance deals in Asia as demand grows
NEW YORK : Citigroup Inc said it expects social finance funding in Asia to rise by more than 10% this year as investor demand increases. The bank’s pipeline includes trade loans, securitisations, ...
This Indian-origin mom flies to work daily, saves money and time: Meet Malaysia’s ‘super commuter’
The woman, an assistant manager at AirAsia’s finance operations department, lives in Penang, Malaysia, but her office is in Kuala Lumpur, a journey she makes by air five days a week ...
Saudi Arabia’s tech evolution sets new pace for regional digital transformation, says ZainTECH boss
Saudi Arabia has emerged as a standout player in the regional tech ecosystem, distinguished by the unprecedented speed of its digital transformation, according to Andrew Hanna, CEO of ZainTECH, who ...
Suspension of USAID puts Afghan population at risk
The US remains the main financial backer of the country, which is facing a serious humanitarian and social crisis.
South Korea’s top think tank lowers economic growth projection, citing Trump’s tariffs
South Korea’s top economic think tank slashed its growth forecast for the country’s economy for the second time in four months on Tuesday, expressing concern about the impact of U.S. President Donald ...
Thailand approves support measures for non-bank debtors
Thailand's cabinet on Tuesday approved support for non-bank debtors, a deputy finance minister said, as the government tries to tackle stubbornly high household debt that has been a drag on the ...
South Korean court clears HSBC of violating short-selling rules, Yonhap reports
A South Korean court on Tuesday acquitted HSBC on charges of violating the country's short-selling rules, the Yonhap News Agency reported.
Turkey Said to Weigh IPO Slowdown After Mixed Demand for Deals
Turkey is considering slowing down the pace of initial public offerings on Istanbul’s main bourse, according to a person familiar with the discussions, following mixed investor demand for a spate of ...
Turkey Said to Weigh IPO Slowdown After Mixed Demand for Deals
Turkey is considering slowing down the pace of initial public offerings on Istanbul’s main bourse, according to a person familiar with the discussions, following mixed investor demand for a spate of ...