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Hewlett-Packard to Split in Two by the End-FY2015

Hewlett-Packard said on Monday (Oct 6) it would split into two separate, listed companies by separating its computer and printer businesses from its corporate hardware and services operations.

Asian Countries Spend Most Time on the Internet

Indian telecommunications firm Tata Communications spoke to 9,417 respondents in India, Singapore, the U.K., United States, Germany and France as part of its online survey, the results of which were published this week.

OCBC and UOB eye Bank Licences in Myanmar

OCBC Bank and UOB have both confirmed that they have been granted preliminary approval for foreign bank licences to operate in Myanmar.

Xbox One Arrives in China

US technology giant Microsoft launched its Xbox One game console in China today (Sept 29th), the first foreign company to enter the potentially massive market after the government lifted a 14-year ban.

Manufacturing Output in Singapore up 4.2% on-year for August

Manufacturing output in the Republic rose 4.2 per cent on-year in August, driven by growth in nearly all clusters, the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) said on Friday (Sep 26).

Ascendas in Joint Venture to Develop Business Park in Vietnam

Business space solutions provider Ascendas have announced a joint venture (JV) with Saigon Bund Capital Partners to develop an integrated business park in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Singapore Jewellery & Gem Fair to Enthral with Rich Artistry of both Famed and Upcoming jewellery Designers

Riding on the success of its first fair, the Singapore Jewellery & Gem Fair is set to radiate the halls of the Sands Expo and Convention Centre once again, from 23 to 26 October 2014.

Starbucks to Buy out Joint Venture Partner in Japan

Starbucks Corp has said it plans to buy the remaining 60.5 percent share of Starbucks Coffee Japan Ltd that it does not already own, in a two-step deal valued at about $913.5 million.

Singapore Most Attractive Market in the World for Infrastructure Investment

Singapore is the most attractive market in the world for investment in infrastructure, according to Arcadis, the leading global natural and built asset design and consultancy firm.

Singapore Grand Prix 2014 – A Hindrance to Productivity Come Monday Morning?

Nearly two months after the FIFA World Cup, employees in Singapore have another excuse to turn up to work bleary-eyed: the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix 2014.