The Business Times, 20 September 2003
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Title Section13 2003-09-20 1 THE BUSINESS TIMES weekend M(TA (P) 024/03/2003 85C SINGAPORE SEPTEMBER 20 21 200}13 words
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Article, Illustration897 2003-09-20 1 WONG WEI KONG - Compressed business cycles, mergers, pressure to deliver value are killing off old names, says WONG WEI KONG WONG WEI KONG Going, going... if Robinson Co eventually delists from the Singapore Exchange after selling its retail business, it won't be the first, nor897 words
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Article, Illustration589 2003-09-20 1 Serena Ng - Scores off outstanding companies honoured By Serena Ng [SINGAPORE] Two veterans of The Business Times have clinched the top awards for financial journalism at the annual Investors' Choice Awards organised by the Securities Investors Association of Singapore (Sias). BT's Executive Money EditorARTHUR LEE - 589 words
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Article209 2003-09-20 1 Mov6 to cttite pro-business environment well undenivsy [SINGAPORE] A concerted effort to review and revamp government rules and regulations to create a pro-business environment is well underway, driven by both public and private sector initiatives. The Pro-Enterprise Panel (PEP), which acts on feedback and suggestions from the public and209 words
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Article, Illustration836 2003-09-20 1 Larry Wee - This time, central banks are buying, not selling, dollar By Larry Wee [SINGAPORE] The hot money is flooding back into A9ia, but is this going to set the stage for a replay of the Asian currency crisis ofSource: Reuters - 836 words
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1208 2003-09-20 1 manu bhaskaran - saturday soapbox with manu bhaskaran IF ONE studies recent trends in Singapore's economy, a number of sobering conclusions emerge. First, the challenges we face are intensifying but the economy does not appear to be adapting effectively to them. Second, the economy's slow1,208 words
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Article, Illustration651 2003-09-20 2 Wong Wei Kong - Public and private initiatives lead to faster licensing, rule changes By Wong Wei Kong [SINGAPORE] It's happening. A concerted effort to review and revamp government rules to create a the "Start up eAdvisor" website, which will eventually cover 154 licences. The average processing time of651 words
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324 2003-09-20 2 Call for cut in levies and tax reforms to draw off traders Reuters [BANGKOK] Oil refiners here say that Thailand faces financial and infrastructure hurdles to its plan to rival Singapore as an Asian oil hub. Executives from five of sevenReuters - 324 words
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Article, Illustration496 2003-09-20 2 Neil Bekrassan - But club shares have done poorly despite the heady rise since the Chelsea deal From Neil Bekrassan in London BRITISH football clubs are in play since Russian oil mul-ti-millionaire Roman Abramovich bought Chelsea in July. Aston Villa has confirmed talks had taken place withAFP - 496 words
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Article, Illustration1571 2003-09-20 3 LOH HUI YIN - Loo Choon Yong, executive chairman of Raffles Medical Group, talks to LOH HUI YIN about the Iranian twins experience and the tricky business of marketing healthcare LOH HUI YIN THE usually mediafriendly executive chairman of Raffles Medical Group, Loo Choon Yong, deliberated for a few daysARTHUR LEE - 1,571 words
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Article527 2003-09-20 3 SINGAPORE planned for all kinds of health scenarios but it never bargained on Sars. In years gone by, it successfully fought infectious diseases such as tuberculosis and polio. But the strategy changed in recent times to tackle degenerative diseases like cancer and heart problems. And these527 words
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Advertisement68 2003-09-20 3 I J QTT IpQ The Raffles Conversation is brought to you through a special arrangement with Raffles JLXddUL ivJ International Hotels and Resorts. The Traveller's Palm in the Raffles International logo is an INTERNATIONAL apt symbol. Not only has water stored at the base of this palm provided sustenance, the68 words
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Article, Illustration462 2003-09-20 4 Serena Ng - Disgruntled minority shareholders' stake falls to 1.09% By Serena Ng THE tangle between Ipco International and a group of six minority shareholders of the company has taken a new twist, as information from the firm shows that the combined shareholding of the six hasSource - 462 words
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Article, Illustration1169 2003-09-20 4 BETH JINKS - corporate analysis Singapore's shipyards have carved themselves a lucrative niche supporting the offshore oil and gas exploration industry which desperately needs new vessels, says BETH JINKS BETH JINKS TO call Singapore's shipping and marine stocks the flavour of the month is an understatement. While1,169 words
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464 2003-09-20 4 Angela Tan - By Angela Tan AFTER almost two years of negotiations and lobbying, Singapore Technologies Telemedia's planned purchase of a 61.5 per cent stake in bankrupt US cable giant Global Crossing reaches its final leg today, when President George W Bush decides whether or464 words
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Article, Illustration634 2003-09-20 4 r sivanithy - Faster, better, cheaper trouble? market review r sivanithy WHAT do the local stock market and America's National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa) have in common? Apart from launching objects skywards at great velocity, they share the same philosophy: "Faster, better, cheaper." This has been Nasa's motto since the 1980s, after634 words
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Article229 2003-09-20 4 Kenneth Lim - By Kenneth Lim MAINBOARD-LISTED PSC Corp is updating the image of its heartland icon, Econ Minimart, and has lowered franchising costs, hoping to revive its fading business. With the official launch of eight new i-econ outlets today, PSC will embark on a plan to have 250229 words
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Article72 2003-09-20 4 STI 1,589.86 (-11.37) ST INDEX FUTURES 1,888.00 (-2.00) SIMSCI FUTURES 198.80 (+0.20) Friday Change KLSEOOMP ***** *074 NIKKEI 225 _10.938.42 -94.90 HAMi SE\(i 10.***** 100.80 SET INDEX 567.21 13.89 JAKARTA OOMP -.***** 42.98 MANILA COMP JIM 931 TAIPEI WP1 5.757.91 +7.10 SEOl'LCOMP ***** 9.93 SHENZHEN B __228.43 +4IJ5 Al72 words
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Article77 2003-09-20 4 FOREX RATES US$ SI ISS (SS per I'SS) 1.750 £(l'SS/SS per 1624 1840 ElUOfTSS/SS/E). 1.128 1573 YEN 115.3 6550 R\| 3 800 2.172 HKS 7.799 4.458 BAHT 40.55 23.17 RIT1AH 8.472 4.842 RENMINBI 8.299 4.744 INDIAN RITEE 4534 26.25 AS 1495 IHi NZS 1701 0573 PRIME RATES SINGAPORE* §M77 words
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Article, Illustration1108 2003-09-20 5 Kalpana Rashiwala - Guoco's turnaround impressive; Wing Tai's recovery less dramatic By Kalpana Rashiwala QUEK Leng Chan's GuocoLand has achieved an impressive turnaround with a $94.2 million full-year group net profit, against a $180 million net loss previously, due mainly to much lowerCHRIS LOH - 1,108 words
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65 2003-09-20 5 WEE Cho Yaw's United Overseas Bank has been named Singapore's Bank of the Year by UK-based financial magazine The Banker. The country award acknowledges both the quantitative and qualitative achievements of UOB incorporating not only the bank's financial performance but also its focus65 words
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98 2003-09-20 5 Reuters Asia-Pacific Markets has raised shares in South-east Asia's largest lender, DBS Group Holdings, to a "buy" from "underperform" as it expects a better performance from its Hong Kong business. "We are upgrading our earnings forecast by 7 to 9 per cent to reflectReuters - 98 words
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Article51 2003-09-20 5 LION Asiapac, an automobile manufacturer and electronic component distributor, which earlier expected to achieve a turnaround with a full-year profit, has now warned of a net loss instead. This, said the company, is due to additional tax charges of certain of its associated companies in51 words
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Article36 2003-09-20 5 PROPERTY and steel company Lion Teck Chiang has narrowed its loss for the year ended June to $1.02 million from $3 million previously. Turnover rose 27.5 per cent to $112.3 million.36 words
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48 2003-09-20 5 ASIAN Micro Holdings' loss has more than doubled for the full year ended June to $8.4 million. This was a result of a $4.9 million loss from the disposal of a nonprofitable business. Turnover fell from $72 million to $50.8 million.48 words
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Article44 2003-09-20 5 INTRACO Ltd has appointed Tan Boon Lian, 46, as a non-executive director from yesterday. Mr Tan heads a unit within DBS Bank's investment banking group. Meanwhile, Vimala Menon has resigned as director of Cycle Carriage and MCL Land with effect from Thursday.44 words
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Article49 2003-09-20 5 LKN-Primefield said its group chief financial officer Heng Chiang Meng has resigned with effect from Oct 1, 2003. He will assume the role of adviser and remain as a director. Meanwhile, AustraLand Holdings has appointed David Craig as chief financial officer, effective Sept 22.49 words
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106 2003-09-20 5 Reuters NOBLE Group Ltd, a diversified commodity trader and logistics firm, said yesterday it would shut its New York office to restructure its lucrative sugar business and move the trading to Switzerland. The Hong Kongbased group did not disclose how many staff would be– Reuters - 106 words
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Article55 2003-09-20 5 E-BUSINESS solutions provider Adroit Innovations fell deeper into the red for the year ended June 30 as net loss increased to $9.6 million from $3.9 million. The loss included $3.1 million in exceptional losses from the writing off of a licence fee and from the55 words
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Article44 2003-09-20 5 KIM Eng Holdings executive director Ong Seng Gee's deemed and direct stake has fallen from 0.88 per cent before Wednesday to 0.83 per cent after yesterday. This came after sales of 256,000 shares this week by Wise Elite Investments.44 words
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Article58 2003-09-20 5 CONSTRUCTION group Wee Poh continued the major renovation work at its management level yesterday. Wong Teck Kui, formerly a non-executive director, has been elected chairman, replacing Tan Kee Seng, who remains as an independent director. Also, Chan Wang Kin has been appointed non-executive director, and58 words
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122 2003-09-20 5 FROM today, StarHub, Singapore's third largest mobile phone operator based on number of subscribers, will offer its PowerPlay II and PowerTalk II customers 300 or $15.60 worth of free bundled SMS monthly. PowerChat customers will get 900 or $46.80 worth of free bundled SMS and122 words
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Article, Illustration566 2003-09-20 5 Serena Ng - This can help dispel notion that major shareholders control board: Gerald By Serena Ng THE Securities Investors Association of Singapore (Sias) is keen to play a bigger role in ensuring that independent directors of listed companies in Singapore are truly independent. InARTHUR LEE - 566 words
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825 2003-09-20 6 SIOW LI SEN - Severe competition and weak economic conditions spell good news for borrowers, says SIOW LI SEN SIOW LI SEN INTEREST rates may have firmed, but severe competitive pressures, coupled with weak economic conditions, mean borrowers will still enjoy low home loan packages until825 words
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Advertisement1345 2003-09-20 6 TEE INTERNATIONAL LIMITED t (Incorporated in the Republic of Singapore) NOTICE OF THIRD ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Third Annual General Meeting of the Company will be held at Hilton Singapore, Asean Room Level 6, 581 Orchard Road, Singapore *****3 on 8 October 2003 at 2.301,345 words
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834 2003-09-20 7 Genevieve Cua - By Genevieve Cua IF YOU'RE a parent, this will surely be familiar. You've just hid a baby. And suddenly you wake up to the prospect of burgeoning financial responsibilities. You want the best for your child. So why not buy them an insurance834 words
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Article, Illustration1125 2003-09-20 7 teh hooi ling - show me the money It allows winning stocks to continue running while locking in some profits should they falter subsequently teh hooi ling I'M sure many investors have experienced this. You spotted an undervalued stock let's call it Stock A when it was trading atCompiled by BT - 1,125 words
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Article, Illustration975 2003-09-20 7 Teh Hooi Ling - By Teh Hooi Ling THIS has been a spectacular week for our portfolios, with all five beating the Straits Times Index (STI) many times over. Particularly impressive is the one-year top losers portfolio which surged 10.8 per cent, or $37,130, in the last975 words
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583 2003-09-20 8 Loh Hui Yin - Former Low Keng Huat director tasked to take on China expansion By Loh Hui Yin PROPERTY giant Far East Organization, which has been trailing other major Singapore developers in the China property market, is now making up for lost time.583 words
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221 2003-09-20 8 MALAY SMEs need to go regional and become more mainstream if they are to remain relevant, says the Singapore Malay Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SMCCI), which yesterday enlisted the help of trading company Intraco. SMCCI signed a cooperation agreement with Intraco221 words
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Article264 2003-09-20 8 INTERNET security has beeti£dflMd t0 high-priority status with the cldSßPJrthe third Asean telecommunications and IT ministers meeting yesterday. Chairing the joint declaration of the ministers, Lee Boon Yang told reporters Asean will take "concrete steps" to make computer emergency response teams (CERTs) operational in member264 words
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258 2003-09-20 8 eye on the economy catering trade IT may be one of Singaporeans' favourite pastimes, but is certainly not immune to the economic downturn. Going by the catering trade index which covers restaurants, fast-food outlets and eating places like coffee houses, cafes and coffee shops258 words
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Article, Illustration354 2003-09-20 8 Tang Weng Fai - By Tang Weng Fai THE Economic Development Board (EDB) yesterday signalled a renewed emphasis to attract a new class of semiconductor companies to Singapore, the so-called fabless firms. Speaking at the opening of Volterra Semiconductor Corp's regional office here, Ko Kheng Hwa, EDB'sFILE PHOTO - 354 words
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Article80 2003-09-20 8 THE Land Transport Authority said yesterday it completed a review of the quota for Certificates of Entitlement (COEs). It will increase the quota for COEs in Cat A (cars/taxis 1600 cc and below) and E (open) by 30 per cent Cat B (cars above 1600 cc)80 words
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Article70 2003-09-20 8 MINISTER for Information, Communication and the Arts Lee Boon Yang will receive an International Alumnus of the Year award next week from the University of Queensland where he was trained as a vet The award will be presented at the Ritz-Carlton Millenia on Sept70 words
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Article68 2003-09-20 8 THE Cut Waste Panel has received over 500 suggestions from the public since its formation earlier this month. (X these, 437 are being studied, 20 have already been accepted and another 14 are under review by the panel. Examples of suggestions received include those on use68 words
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Article64 2003-09-20 8 READERS of the Business Traveller Asia-Pacific magazine voted Singapore the Best Business City for the third year running. Singapore also topped the poll for World's Best Airline won by Singapore Airlines, Best Business Hotel won by Shangri-la, and Best New Business Hotel in the Asia-Pacific64 words
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Article126 2003-09-20 8 THE Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board reminded the public that CPF contribution rates would be cut by 3 per cent to 33 per cent from Oct 1. Currently, permanent residents (PRs) contribute CPF at graduated rates in the first and second year of their PR status126 words
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Article, Illustration644 2003-09-20 9 KENNETH LIM - There are many practitioners of branding, but too few pay enough attention to creating a holistic package, a leading consultant tells KENNETH LIM KENNETH LIM WITH all the recent emphasis that the government has placed on branding, one might think that a brand consultant like KimARTHUR LEE - 644 words
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Article, Illustration602 2003-09-20 9 Each group has its own objective and often head in different directions, says CorningWare designer SARA Little Turnbull is exasperated. The designer behind the development of Corning Ware in the 1950s is at Stanford University in California, but the reporter on the phone is602 words
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656 2003-09-20 9 Kenneth Lim - Reports by Kenneth Lim IN JOHN Sorrell's opinion, ambitious school projects that make students take the role of designers usually end up with children who do not enjoy the creative process and products that do not work. "They sit down with eight-year-olds656 words
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676 2003-09-20 10 Eddie Toh - But only certain places of incorporation recognised and firms must show listing will benefit the country From Eddie Toh in Kuala Lumpur MALAYSIA yesterday gave the green light for the listing of foreign companies that are controlled by its citizens,676 words
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Article90 2003-09-20 10 Bloomberg [JAKARTA] Utara Capital, an investment company linked to the eldest son of Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, didn't submit a bid for Texmaco Group, the Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency said. The Malaysian consortium hadn't put in a bid by the lpm deadline yesterday,Bloomberg - 90 words
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Article78 2003-09-20 10 AFP [SEOUL] South Korean microchip giant Samsung Electronics yesterday said it will make China the main base for production of personal computers and screens so as to reduce costs. said it was moving production of PCs and TFT-LCD flat screens to China to competeAFP - 78 words
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Article47 2003-09-20 10 AFP [SHANGHAI] Chinese officials yesterday said Citigroup has won approval to complete a minority acquisition in Shanghai Pudong Development Bank. Citibank's 600 million yuan (Ssl26 million), or 4.62 per cent, purchase of nontradeable stock will make it SPDB's fourth largest shareholder. —AFPAFP - 47 words
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Article63 2003-09-20 10 Reuters [HONG KONG] The number of bankruptcies in Hong Kong rose in August, the government said yesterday, partially reversing a drop the month before even though several signs are pointing to a modest economic recovery. The number of people declared bankrupt in August rose 25.4Reuters - 63 words
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Article, Illustration466 2003-09-20 10 Bloomberg [KUALA LUMPUR] Country Heights Holdings Bhd, a Malaysian property developer, may sell some of its biggest assets, including part of its RMI.3 billion (Sss9B million) Mines Resort City development, man- aging director Lee Kim Yew said. The move may help it trim debtBloomberg; FILE PHOTO - 466 words
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Article362 2003-09-20 10 Firm has been tight-lipped on financial details Reuters {KUALA LUMPUR) Malaysian pay-TV operator, Astro, plans to price its planned RMI.S-2 billion (Ss69o-$920 million) IPO at RM3.50-4 per share, sources close to the deal told Reuters yesterday. The country's largest IPO so far this year.Reuters - 362 words
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458 2003-09-20 10 Eddie Toh - Contract is for construction of JB's customs complex From Eddie Toh in Kuala Lumpur THE developer of the controversial Integrated Southern Gateway project in Johor Baru has farmed out a major contract in its bid to transform the landscape of the southern458 words
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346 2003-09-20 10 Reuters [KUALA LUMPUR] Three Malaysian firms are eyeing a RMSOO million-RMI billion (SS23O-460 million) military aircraft maintenance deal, which could include the sale of the nation's former main international airport at Subang, sources said yesterday. Sources close to the deal saidReuters - 346 words
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Article, Illustration676 2003-09-20 11 Their net worth rises 10 per cent after 2 years off decline: Forbes AP [NEW YORK] The economy is improving for the super rich. After two years of declines, the total net worth of America's richest people rose 10 per cent to US$955AP - 676 words
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417 2003-09-20 11 Raju Chellam - Sustained semicon rebound in the works as sales rise in July By Raju Chellam [SINGAPORE] In another indication of a gradual and sustained recovery in global electronics demand, orders for semiconductor equipment have continued to grow, edging up in August. There has also417 words
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511 2003-09-20 11 This would help maintain stability of both currencies AFP Bloomberg [HONG KONG] China is looking into the possibUity of using Hong Kong to handle more foreign exchange trade so as to help maintain the stabUity of both of their currencies, China central bankAFP; Bloomberg - 511 words
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Article, Illustration313 2003-09-20 11 NYT [NEW YORK] There are few activities Sanford Weill, chairman of Citigroup, likes better than watching his company's stock price. But on Thursday, he was watching the shares of tiny National Financial Partners, a US$4l3 miUion revenue financial services firm rim by his daughter,NYT - 313 words
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545 2003-09-20 11 Reuters [TOKYO) Some of Japan's top banks including Mizuho Financial Group have cut earnings targets and plan to slash thousands of jobs as part of revised reforms unveiled by the Financial Services Agency (FSA) yesterday. Mizuho now forecasts a net profit 0f200.1 billion yenReuters - 545 words
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166 2003-09-20 11 Reuters [NEW YORK] The board of AOL Time Warner voted on Thursday to remove AOL from its name, a final postscript to the Internet bubble and a sign of the failure of the company's attempt to unite old and new media. The companyReuters - 166 words
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74 2003-09-20 11 AP [NEW YORK] Even in a tough labour market, job satisfaction among employed US workers has hit a record low, according to a survey by the Conference Board, a private research group. Less than half of American workers 48.9 per cent—say they are satisfiedAP - 74 words
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70 2003-09-20 11 Reuters [SAN FRANCISCO] Network computer maker Sun Microsystems Inc will lay off about 1,000 workers, or less than 3 per cent of its workforce as the company seeks to improve its financial results. A spokesman said on Thursday that roughly 1,000 jobs will beReuters - 70 words
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Article97 2003-09-20 11 AP [SYDNEY] Australia's Commonwealth Bank announced yesterday it will slash its workforce by about 3,700 as part of a Asl.s billion (551.75 billion) revamp of its operations. The bank, which currently employs 33,000 staff at more than 1,000 branches nationwide, has already begun the cutsAP - 97 words
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68 2003-09-20 11 Reuters [NEW YORK] Investment bank Bear Stearns Cos Inc on Thursday said third-quarter profit nearly doubled, powered by mortgage bond business and the sale of an investment. It was the seventh straight quarterly rise in profits for the sixth largest US brokerage, whichReuters - 68 words
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Article, Illustration837 2003-09-20 12 It plans to move fast to find a new head and resolve conflicts between its regulatory and business roles LAT-WP Bloomberg THE New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) entered an uncertain new era on Thursday, without its iconic chairman and with questions swirling about its future asLAT-WP; Bloomberg - 837 words
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278 2003-09-20 12 Reuters [SAN FRANCISCO] In the global financial markets, Calpers carries a famously big stick. And the United States's largest'pension fund showed again this week that it does not speak softly. Calpers and sister fund Calstrs, which together control about US$24O billion inReuters - 278 words
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483 2003-09-20 12 Reuters [NEW YORK] The furore over former New York Stock Exchange chairman Richard Grasso's US$l4O million pay package renewed calls for immediate governance changes at the exchange, but the very NYSE ootnmittee crafting the reforms has close ties to Mr Grasso andReuters - 483 words
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Article, Illustration1222 2003-09-20 13 SAMUEL EE - Mercedes-Benz Guard, the marque's special protection car arm, keeps VIPs safe even if a bomb goes off beside their Merc. SAMUEL EE reports SAMUEL EE WHAT could be more stylish than a Merce-des-Benz SClass saloon in Obsidian black, a rich paint finish that glistens like caviar? The answer:SAMUEL EE - 1,222 words
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Article, Illustration862 2003-09-20 13 SO you're famous (or infamous) and you want to buy a car that will protect you from your enemies and assorted crazies. Which Mercedes-Benz Guard model would you choose? DaimlerChrysler offers 84, B6 and B7 levels of protection for its E-Class, S-Class and G-Class models. European862 words
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Article, Illustration1061 2003-09-20 14 ANNA TEO - The Singapore Marathon's organisers are pulling out all the stops to draw international runners to this year's event, reports ANNA TEO ANNA TEO Michael soucy is the kind of runner that organisers of the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon would want to see more of.1,061 words
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Article, Illustration884 2003-09-20 14 vince chong - frankly speaking vince chong IN RECENT years, the brand of Manchester United has successfully expanded worldwide, adding to its generations of supporters through initiatives such as franchised merchandise outlets. Now, Chelsea is set to give United a run for this global pie of footballing884 words
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Article324 2003-09-20 15 Dr Teo Sek Khee - Dr Teo Sek Khee consultant physician in internal medicine and geriatric medicine, Raffles Hospital Q: I've been told I have thick blood. When I've donated blood, the flow is quite slow, and two previous times, the nurse had to halt the donation after a certain period of time324 words
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Article, Illustration561 2003-09-20 15 SEAMUS PHAN - ANTI-AGEING MIRACLE CURES SEAMUS PHAN sifts through the medicines and the myths SEAMUS PHAN MB| NCREASINGLY, more middle-aged professionals have a pressing desire to look as youthful and energetic as 1 possible. At the same time, allopathic S!§|i| physicians, especially in the light of dwindling revenue dueFILE PHOTO - 561 words
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Article745 2003-09-20 15 IRFAN QURESHI - Over half of all insomnia cases are psychological in nature and can be treated without sedatives, says IRFAN QURESHI IRFAN QURESHI FOR many of us, sleep is something we take for granted. It's such a routine part of our life that we don't even give it745 words
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Article22 2003-09-20 15 Last week's health article, "Grow old gracefully", was contributed by Dr Ronald Klatz, not Krantz. We are sorry for the error.22 words
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Article13 2003-09-20 15 Transaction date: Sep 19 for live prices, log on to umm^.asiaonernarketsxxym13 words
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Article, Illustration772 2003-09-20 16 CORINNE KERK - Anthropology, a lifestyle store in Holland Village with a Chinese sense but modern sensibility, is full of fun little discoveries, as CORINNE KERK finds out CORINNE KERK IF its owners had their way, their shop would have been called G.O.D. But the name was considered too772 words
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Article, Illustration98 2003-09-20 16 Trust the Japanese to come up with cool makeup complete with instructions to make sure no one mucks up. For its new autumn colours, Ipsa the skin-care and makeup brand with minimalist styling is releasing 17 new products. These include eye shadow palettes consisting of cream and powder98 words
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Article, Illustration79 2003-09-20 16 Fans of Atsuro Tayama and A/T should be pleased to know that the label's first standalone boutique in Singapore has opened at the new Paragon extension. Reflecting its clean and cool fashion style, the 1,180 sq ft shop exudes city chic and comes with a private79 words
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Article, Illustration126 2003-09-20 16 What price, clean water? For those who're willing to bear a small cost, the OSIM HydroClear Water Purifier filters impurities and odours, using a double filtration system. At $148, it is said to remove 99.99 per cent of all known bacteria and microscopic impurities in the126 words
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Article, Illustration53 2003-09-20 16 Ingenuity and craftsmanship will always have a place in any showcase. These winsome and immaculately varnished balls, made from useless coconut shells, make a comely decorative set on any table top. There are 10 different designs to choose from and prices range from $29 to $59. Available at53 words
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Article, Illustration54 2003-09-20 16 Here's an idea for those stressed out at the office: a three-dimensional DIY framed picture that reminds you of home. Assembling the bits will surely be as therapeutic as admiring the end result. There are 18 designs to choose from, with each costing only $14.90 at Ice54 words
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Article, Illustration37 2003-09-20 16 Belt-tightening? Prices have been slashed for some of the more voguish belts, like this black leather piece: usual price $39.90, now going for only $14.90. At John Little, including at Compass Point and Causeway Point.37 words
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Article96 2003-09-20 16 MIKE CHUA, CORINNE KERK - Compiled by MIKE CHUA, CORINNE KERK Mlltonta Wale Outback Steakhouse (now till 14 Nov 14): order a "Wave Hill Sirloin" at only $19.90 and get a complimentary bottle of Carl's beer (worth $10.50). Feathers Fins: A white meat and salad restaurant. New on the menu: pan grilled Australian Pacific96 words
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Article, Illustration487 2003-09-20 16 CORINNE KERK - Moo Roo, the bag of choice among celebs who favour quirky pieces, is here. CORINNE KERK reports CORINNE KERK WHAT'S an American handbag brand favoured by Hollywood stars doing in a boutique that sells interchangeable jewellery from Germany? Because it fits the store's positioning as a retailer487 words
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Article, Illustration1518 2003-09-20 17 Going out or staying in this weekend? We round up some recommendations books Reading the 21st century tea leaves Bill Emmott makes the most of his experience as editor of The Economist, in this tightly-written current affairs tome 20:21 Vision: The Lessons of the 20th Century for the 21st.1,518 words
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Article, Illustration869 2003-09-20 18 CHEAH UI-HOON - CHEAH UI-HOON checks out the new Paragon food hall, and discovers the world-famous Din Tai Fung CHEAH UI-HOON BETTER known as a destination for shopping rather than dining, Orchard Road finally has a food hall that will feed both your tastebuds as well as aesthetic sensibilities. It's notRESTAURANT PHOTOS BY CHRIS LOW - 869 words
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Article356 2003-09-20 18 Jaime Ee - By Jaime Ee THE people who brought you 50-cent Fiesta sushi before going upmarket with its Kuriya restaurants, is now on its next level of culinary expansion involving buckwheat flour and a Japanese soba maker. It's certainly a crowd-puller at the Paragon's new food cellar who can356 words
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Article802 2003-09-20 18 JAIME EE - JAIME EE pays homage to Tokyo's Rodeo Drive, Roppongi Hills JAIME EE JAPAN may be in a deep economic funk, but it's nothing that a major retail metropolis can't cure. At least, that seems to be the mantra of Roppongi Hills the ultimate in shopping razzle dazzle that802 words
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Article, Illustration444 2003-09-20 18 SOMEHOW, when you're Zen in Japan, it doesn't look like you're being a pretentious twat. The Grand Hyatt Tokyo, then, is not only stylishly Zen, it's also tres chic. If you're a serious shopper, you'd need a room at this hotel so you can dump your444 words
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Miscellaneous275 2003-09-20 18 CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ArROSS 6 Headfirst f 9 7 Bachelor on verge of power--1 Get Edward into the way of fui attack (9) doing business (9) 8 Shout after something has 9 A skirt model put on mount been stolen (4,5) (6) 14 Music that cannot be done 10 A drink275 words
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