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UI Boustead REIT Opens Lower in SGX's Biggest IPO of 2026: What Investors Need to Know
Business UI Boustead REIT Opens Lower in SGX's Biggest IPO of 2026: What Investors Need to Know

UI Boustead REIT made its SGX debut today as Singapore's largest IPO of 2026. We look at the trading performance, the S$973.6 million raise, and what this means for the local market.

2026-03-12 22:51 🔥 17
Singapore Petrol Prices: What’s Behind the Surge and When Will Ease?
Business Singapore Petrol Prices: What’s Behind the Surge and When Will Ease?

Singapore petrol prices are soaring amid Middle East tensions. We look at what it means for your wallet, from engine oil to gardening gear, and what experts reckon about future relief.

2026-03-12 22:30 🔥 16
NTPC Green Share Price Jumps 13%: Is the Power Sector the Only Safe Haven Today?
Business NTPC Green Share Price Jumps 13%: Is the Power Sector the Only Safe Haven Today?

NTPC Green Energy Ltd's share price surged over 13% on March 12, 2026, leading a powerful rally in the power sector. Here's why investors are flocking to utility stocks amid broader market volatility.

2026-03-12 21:35 🔥 9
Strabag Cartel Fine: Record $170 Million Penalty Finalised – A Costly Lesson for the Construction Industry
Business Strabag Cartel Fine: Record $170 Million Penalty Finalised – A Costly Lesson for the Construction Industry

The Strabag cartel fine of over $170 million is now final. Here's a comprehensive look at Austria's biggest construction cartel case, its background, and what it means for the industry.

2026-03-12 14:01 🔥 17
Tegut's German exit: How Migros sealed its €600 million disaster
Business Tegut's German exit: How Migros sealed its €600 million disaster

Migros pulls the plug on Tegut, selling its German organic supermarkets to Edeka. A look back at an expensive experiment that cost €600 million.

2026-03-12 02:34 🔥 15
Finding the Spark: From Economic Jitters to Everyday Pleasures in NZ
Business Finding the Spark: From Economic Jitters to Everyday Pleasures in NZ

As global markets tremble on Iran war risks, Kiwis hold onto life's simple sparks – from a glass of Marlborough bubbles to tinkering with electronics. Here's how to keep your spark alive.

2026-03-11 20:37 🔥 15
Heinz Wattie's Proposes Major Factory Closures: The End of an Era for Kiwi Pantry Staples?
Business Heinz Wattie's Proposes Major Factory Closures: The End of an Era for Kiwi Pantry Staples?

Heinz Wattie's has announced a proposal to close three New Zealand factories, putting 350 jobs at risk and signalling the end of their frozen vegetable line. We look at what this means for a beloved Kiwi brand.

2026-03-11 20:15 🔥 14
Fuel Shortages in Australia: How the Supply Squeeze is Hurting Regional Towns and Industries
Business Fuel Shortages in Australia: How the Supply Squeeze is Hurting Regional Towns and Industries

Australia's fuel shortages are hitting regional areas hard, putting transport, farming, and food prices at risk. We look at the impact and what it means for the future.

2026-03-11 18:16 🔥 19
Ford Recalls Over 1.7 Million Trucks and SUVs: What Kiwi Owners Need to Know About Transmission, Camera, and Engine Issues
Business Ford Recalls Over 1.7 Million Trucks and SUVs: What Kiwi Owners Need to Know About Transmission, Camera, and Engine Issues

Ford is recalling more than 1.7 million vehicles due to rearview camera glitches, plus additional recalls for headlight and engine valve issues. Plus: Jay-Z opens up, Conor McGregor faces new charges, and a queer memoir hits the charts.

2026-03-11 13:14 🔥 18
Oil Price Crash Sparks Chain Reaction in Petrochemical Sector! Oil plunges below $70, Sending NZ Stocks and Dollar on a Wild Ride | Global Business Briefing
Business & Economy Oil Price Crash Sparks Chain Reaction in Petrochemical Sector! Oil plunges below $70, Sending NZ Stocks and Dollar on a Wild Ride | Global Business Briefing

International oil prices have shattered the $70 a barrel mark, triggering a chain reaction across global stock markets. The Kiwi dollar is feeling the heat as Asian currencies wobble, with petrochemical giant Formosa Petrochemical declaring force majeure on production. We break down the latest market moves and what it means for the global economy.

2026-03-11 11:17 🔥 19