Corporate governance

Indonesia vows market reform after $101 billion rout; stock exchange CEO resigns

The sell-off came after MSCI raised concerns about investability of Indonesian stocks and warned the market risked a potential downgrade to frontier status.

Indonesian stocks pare losses after 10% plunge as authorities attempt to allay investor fears

The Jakarta Composite Index plunged for a second day on Jan 29, down 8 per cent as at 9.26am local time.

Over 145 countries agree on update to global minimum tax deal, addressing US concerns

OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann said the new arrangement "enhances tax certainty, reduces complexity, and protects tax bases."

Nam Lee unaware of reasons behind call to remove chairman at upcoming EGM

The board of Nam Lee says it has not received "any formal or informal concerns" from the requisitioning shareholders about Joanna Yong as a director.

From MSG to microchips: The lesser-known side hustles of Japanese legacy brands

The dominant narrative suggests that Japanese brands are losing their lustre to regional challengers such as China and South Korea.

SGX renews courtship of Chinese companies, with focus on strong listings

Chinese companies are rising in importance in the global corporate world and Singapore wants a piece of their action here, SVP and head of capital markets for Greater China, Ms Chia Caihan told The Straits Times in an interview on Dec 17.

PHOTO: SHINTARO TAY

2025 in review: CDL spat, Hyflux trial among corporate events that shook Singapore

Cordlife faces civil claims of at least $5.45 million over improperly stored cord blood

Cordlife said in its filing that the claims totalled at least $5.45 million, and that it is seeking advice on the next steps to take.

Philippines’ richest man faces scrutiny over empty land’s 25,000% gain in value

The land in front of the Brittany Hotel that forms part of Villar City.

Romania's top court delays ruling on two fiscal measures

Romania's designated Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan delivers a speech at the start of a joint parliamentary session, ahead of a vote of confidence in his coalition, in Bucharest, Romania, June 23, 2025. Inquam Photos/George Calin via REUTERS

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