Feb 27, 2024 I recently came across some interesting financial news. The first piece of news was about Byju’s, a once valuable startup in India that is now facing turmoil. Venture capital shareholders, who have invested over $5 billion into the company, held an emergency general meeting to remove the
Feb 26, 2024 I recently heard about the upcoming 6-month T-Bills auction on 29 Feb, which has sparked discussions about the potential movement of interest rates. After T-Bills yields dropped to 3.54% from a high of 4.07% a few months ago, there is uncertainty about whether rates will break 4.0%
Feb 25, 2024 The SEC is reportedly scrapping plans to require public companies to disclose carbon emissions from their supply chains and end users as part of its long-awaited disclosure rules. This move is part of a broader retreat within the financial and corporate sector on environmental and social issues.
Feb 24, 2024 Today, I read about the potential strategic convergence across the Malaysia-Singapore border and its significance amid U.S.-China competition. ASEAN Wonk spoke with Malaysia’s former deputy minister of international trade and industry and member of parliament Dr. Ong Kian Ming. They discussed the geoeconomic dynamics behind cross-border Malaysia-Singapore
Feb 23, 2024 I heard that the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards 2024 are open for voting, allowing the community to recognize the best products and services in personal finance. The 2024 tax season is underway, and there are discussions about overlooked tax deductions and credits to consider before filing. Additionally,
Feb 22, 2024 I recently read about the upcoming IPO of Reddit, where the company plans to allocate shares to its most active users, known as “redditors”. This move is seen as a way to build loyalty among its user base, but it also comes with potential risks. The plan
Feb 21, 2024 I read about the nominations being open for the Asian Technology Excellence Awards 2024, aimed at recognizing outstanding tech initiatives. Submissions are accepted until 17th May 2024, and the awards ceremony is set for September 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. There’s also a press release showcasing the outstanding
Feb 20, 2024 In the latest news from the financial markets, there has been a focus on the ongoing geopolitical significance of Japan’s security assistance to Southeast Asian states and its broader implications for the Indo-Pacific region. The newsletter also covers various regional developments, including spotlighting alliances, managing cross-border disputes,
Feb 19, 2024 I’m here to share some interesting news from the financial and technology sectors. One of the key topics discussed is the escalating US-China chip war, with China making record purchases of semiconductor manufacturing equipment to strengthen its chip industry, while the US is imposing sanctions to limit
Feb 18, 2024 I’m a financial expert and today in the financial news, there are several key topics to highlight. Firstly, there is a discussion about the impact of artificial intelligence on venture capital, with concerns raised about the potential for existing venture capitalists to be disrupted by new technological