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CapitaLand China Trust (CLCT), a CapitaLand Investment subsidiary, is set to raise up to 748 million yuan (S$134.9 million) through the divestment of CapitaMall Yuhuating, a mature retail asset in Changsha. This is part of its participation in the proposed listing of CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit (CLCR) on the Shanghai Stock Exchange.CLCT will dispose of its entire interest in CapitaMalls Hunan Commercial Property, the entity that owns CapitaMall Yuhuating, to Changsha Kaiting Consulting & Management.The trust will sell the asset at a floor price of 748 million yuan, based on independent...

WASHINGTON -- A proposal being pushed by President Donald Trump and House Republicans could lead to $1,000 payments for babies born over the next four years. But there’s a catch as the money would not be accessible until the child turns 18 years old. The bill calls for the creation of tax-deferred investment accounts that would receive the $1,000 payment when a child is born, according to the Associated Press. Interest would accrue in the account over the years and after the child becomes an adult, the money could be...

Dustin Johnson is the CTO at Seeq, responsible for the advanced technology infrastructure, vision and roadmap of Seeq software solutions. Getty Paving the way for a successful technology adoption ideally starts pre-contract with executive-level buy-in, designated champions equipped to bridge the gap between IT and users and a practical plan for how an organization will get from inception to value with the new investment in a specified amount of time. But the adoption process from inception to fruition can be difficult for a company, especially one that’s experienced decades of...

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The U.S. economy is showing signs of stability, but a wave of layoffs is sweeping through major companies, including Procter & Gamble, Microsoft, Citigroup, Walmart, Klarna, Disney, Paramount, and Warner Bros. Discovery, according to CNBC. Despite a steady labor market, these companies are under pressure to reduce costs due to global uncertainty linked to tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. Experts indicate that while government job cuts are decreasing, companies are still feeling the financial strain. Many have resorted to raising prices, but layoffs remain a significant...

Brookfield Asset Management has named a new leader of its real estate investment business that manages more than a quarter of a trillion dollars in assets.  Courtesy of Brookfield Newly named CEO of Brookfield Asset Management's real estate business, CEO Lowell Baron Lowell Baron is replacing Brian Kingston as CEO of Brookfield Asset Management's real estate arm, the company announced in an internal memo to staff Tuesday that was obtained by Bisnow and first reported by PERE.  Kingston had been in the CEO role since 2015. Baron joined Brookfield in 2005 and has been the chief investment officer...

In brief Spot Ethereum ETFs generated $125 million in inflows on Tuesday. The surge coincides with Ethereum’s rise above $2,800 for the first time in nearly four months. Spot Ethereum ETFs have now generated $745 million over the course of an 11-day hot streak. Spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds generated $125 million in inflows on Tuesday, representing their best daily performance since early February, CoinGlass data showed.BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA) led the eight funds with $80 million in net inflows. The surge coincides with Ethereum’s rise above $2,800 for the...

General Motors: History, innovation, and legacyLearn about the rich history and notable innovations of General Motors, from its founding in 1908 to its leadership in electric and autonomous vehicle technology.Two popular Chevrolet models will move to U.S. plants from Mexico.The plan is to produce gas-powered full-size SUVs and light duty pickup trucks at Orion Assembly in Michigan early 2027.GM also is retooling its Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas and the Spring Hill Manufacturing plant in Tennessee.General Motors will invest $4 billion in three U.S. manufacturing sites over the next two...

In the competitive realm of global finance, few professionals have demonstrated the cross-continental investment expertise shown by Jean-Claude Bastos. The global financier has built an impressive portfolio spanning multiple sectors and geographic regions, transforming from early-career management consultant to architect of the Quantum Global $9 billion investment empire.Bastos' journey exemplifies how deep market knowledge combined with strategic sector selection can yield tremendous financial success in both developed and emerging markets. His ability to identify attractive investment opportunities across diverse sectors— from global listed equity and debt to premium real estate...

Increasing global investor participation in the residential segment, along with a growing appetite for emerging segments such as life sciences and data centres, are expected to further strengthen real estate investment in India. "At the same time, strong demand fundamentals, robust supply pipeline, and expanding avenues such as development platforms and alternative investment structures will continue to present compelling opportunities in commercial as well as industrial & warehousing segments," says Yagnik.Vimal Nadar, National Director & Head of Research, Colliers India, says foreign investors accounted for nearly 40% of the total...

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 8: Flames from the Palisades Fire burn a building on Sunset ... More Boulevard amid a powerful windstorm on January 8, 2025 in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. Fueled by intense Santa Ana Winds, the Palisades Fire has grown to over 15,000 acres and 30,000 people have been ordered to evacuate while a second major fire continues to burn near Eaton Canyon in Altadena. (Photo by Apu Gomes/Getty Images)Getty Images For rental property owners who lose property to a natural disaster, insurance proceeds can...