Mar 18, 2025 I recently learned that the Group of Seven (G7) countries have released a new maritime security declaration that highlights Southeast Asia’s stakes in the region. The declaration referenced ongoing developments in the maritime domain and the challenges faced by countries like the Philippines and Vietnam in dealing
Mar 17, 2025 I recently came across news about the significant drop in 6-month T-Bills yields to 2.56% at the latest auction, down from 3% earlier this year. This has sparked conversations about alternative options for higher yield investments, with the Mari Invest Income Fund offering a 6% yield on
Mar 16, 2025 I recently came across a report on the 6th Annual SaaS Tech Stack, which highlights the various software solutions being used by SaaS finance teams to scale operations in 2025. The report reveals insights on the market share of accounting software, revenue recognition tools, payment processing platforms,
Mar 15, 2025 Today I learned about a new book that sheds light on the Five Power Defense Arrangements (FPDA), one of the world’s oldest minilateral security arrangements. The book, written by scholar Ang Cheng Guan, delves into the history and future trajectory of the FPDA, particularly in the evolving
Mar 14, 2025 I recently came across news about the Federal Trade Commission’s request for more time before proceeding with a case against Amazon, citing resource constraints. However, the FTC quickly changed its stance, stating that they are fully prepared to litigate the case. This incident raises concerns about the
Mar 13, 2025 Today, I came across news highlighting the financial prowess of Singaporean mothers, showcasing their improved ability to manage both family responsibilities and financial matters. The global digital x-ray market is predicted to reach $7.56 billion by 2032, although high costs are hindering its growth. Investment firms are
Mar 12, 2025 I recently came across news detailing Citigroup’s downgrade of U.S. stocks due to bearish signals triggering a shift in their view to neutral from overweight, while upgrading China stocks to overweight. The market saw a significant selloff following the S&P 500 breaking its 200-day moving average and
Mar 11, 2025 In recent financial news, there has been a focus on Russia’s growing presence in Southeast Asia, highlighted by a summit meeting between junta chief Min Aung Hlaing and President Vladimir Putin. This engagement, including naval exercises and technology showcases, has drawn attention to Moscow’s increasing influence in
Mar 10, 2025 I recently read about the recent T-Bills auction where demand remained high at $20.1 billion, leading to a drop in 6-month T-Bills yields to 2.75%. This raised the question of whether T-Bills yields will go back up to 3.0% and if fixed deposits or money market funds
Mar 09, 2025 I recently learned about the Atlanta Fed’s Nowcast experiencing some issues related to its projection for the first quarter of 2025. The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta provides an estimate of current-quarter growth based on the latest data, and the recent projection looks concerning due to a