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Russia-Ukraine crisis
Singapore economy
Singapore's PMI eases in February; market watchers caution that Russia-Ukraine crisis could cause further slowdown
Singapore’s manufacturing contained in positive terrain albeit edging down for the first time in two years in February
March 03, 2022
Geopolitics
Investors bide their time as ‘fog of war’ descends on global markets
Markets fell initially but big swings followed in the week after invasion started, throwing forecasts out of whack.
March 03, 2022
Geopolitics
Is the Ukraine war the start of a new world order?
A new, more dangerous multipolar global order had come into being
March 03, 2022
Commodities
Marc Rich may rise from the dead
Commodity traders thrive during war and sanctions. The business takes its inspiration from Marc Rich, the master of this trade.
March 03, 2022
Russia-Ukraine crisis
MSCI reclassifies MSCI Russia Indexes to standalone markets status
The move will be implemented across all MSCI Indexes at a price that is effectively zero and as of the close of March 9.
March 03, 2022
Russia-Ukraine crisis
War risks raising food prices in Asia, Ukraine ambassador warns
"The implications of this full-fledged war in the very heart of Europe will be felt on every corner of the globe."
March 02, 2022
Russia-Ukraine crisis
DBS, OCBC, UOB halt Russia commodities lending to cut risks
The limits include a halt on issuing so-called letters of credit in US dollars for trades involving Russian commodities.
March 02, 2022
Russia-Ukraine crisis
Group operations facing 'minimal impact' from events in Russia and Ukraine: Don Agro
Despite the minimal impact, Don Agro says it may face challenges in raising significant long-term borrowings in the future
March 02, 2022
Broker's Calls
Possible equity rally and SGX picks: Singapore bank analysts respond to Russia-Ukraine crisis
“From the experience of major military conflicts since 1990, global equities have, on average, rallied 38% during conflict.”
March 01, 2022
Company in the news
Olam well positioned to benefit from diversified supply chain operations amid Ukraine and Russia conflict
Russia and Ukraine account for only 1% of Olam's sales volume, 0.8% of its sales revenues and 0.4% of its invested capital.
February 28, 2022