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CDCs to offer separate recession relief package
CDCs to offer separate recession relief package. -ST
Income launches $6m assistance scheme
Aim is to provide some relief to policyholders facing hard times during financial crisis. -ST
OCBC, DBS expand Islamic banking operations
Local banks foray into global Islamic industry, valued at about S$1.5 trillion.
Concerned about insurance policy
Reader thinks friend's policy is not really insurance as the coverage is the same as the premium.
Check bank statements to avoid extra charges
Customers reminded to scrutinise their bank statements.
Lehman Minibond notes to be unwound
Both the trustee and receivers believe that restructuring is not a viable option at the moment.
Minibonds linked to Lehman to be unwound
Hopes of investors of getting a significant portion of their money back largely wiped out. -ST
US woes: S'pore may be worst hit
Its open economy among reasons cited by analysts, after group says US in recession since end-2007. -ST
More non-Muslims turning to Islamic banking, says OCBC
Strict lending principles are popular with rising demand for ethical investion. -Reuters
Dreaming of a cheap X'mas
For the shopper who has any cash to spare, Christmas looks like being a reasonable deal. -Reuters
Buffett also bets big on derivatives
Investment powerhouse Warren Buffet and his take on derivaties as well as the market.
S'poreans play Santa for HK retailers
Asians form bulk of shoppers as number of Caucasians dip.
Student investors caught in the meltdown, too
Young traders staring at huge paper losses, but hanging on to holdings.
Property exposure of banks well below limit
MAS does not expect sliding real estate market to affect lenders as their loan portfolios are generally well diversified.
Rise and fall of Citigroup
Now that Citigroup will live to fight another day, what lies ahead for this 'Citi that never sleeps'?
Well protected, with positive returns
Sinking fund investments clarified by PAP Town Council.
U.S. shoppers seek deals, buy less on Black Friday
This holiday weekend will test the strength of consumer sentiment. -Reuters
Can TCs invest in structured products?
Do Town Councils have the legal capacity to invest funds?
Brokers put out calls valid for only 20 days
70% cut in duration of recommendations driven by volatile market conditions.
MAID SERVICES: Bad times bring good money for part-time agencies
Not all companies see gloom ahead. Tessa Wong and Jessica Lim find that some are getting sunshine as consumers turn to lower-cost alternatives.
REAL ESTATE AGENTS: Downgraders, bargain hunters are main clients
Not all companies see gloom ahead. Tessa Wong and Jessica Lim find that some are getting sunshine as consumers turn to lower-cost alternatives.
BUDGET FASHION CHAINS: Doing well as shoppers go for cheaper options
Not all companies see gloom ahead. Tessa Wong and Jessica Lim find that some are getting sunshine as consumers turn to lower-cost alternatives.
BEAUTY SHOPS: Sitting pretty as customers want to look good
Not all companies see gloom ahead. Tessa Wong and Jessica Lim find that some are getting sunshine as consumers turn to lower-cost alternatives.
MOVERS: Services in demand as expats leave or downgrade
Not all companies see gloom ahead. Tessa Wong and Jessica Lim find that some are getting sunshine as consumers turn to lower-cost alternatives.
30 retailers polled
TNP asked them what they thought about the GST.
100 shoppers polled
TNP surveyed 100 shoppers on their opinions on the GST.
Suing banks not that easy
It's a complicated legal path if investors choose to go to court.
Indian expats shocked by attacks, but positive on investment
They still think it's a good place to invest given its long-term growth potential. -Reuters
India's stock market plunge shatters middle-class dreams
Thousands of small investors lose savings as stock index tumbles to three-year lows.
Citi survives, now the world can sleep
Bank may not be in the clear even after bailout package, but people can breathe easier now.
 
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