• FTSE keeps Indonesia’s market status amid ongoing reforms

    Published Wed, Apr 8, 2026 · 10:06 AM[SINGAPORE] FTSE Russell will “closely monitor” Indonesia’s capital market reforms after the postponement of a March index review of the nation’s equities, as regulators seek to avert a possible downgrade by MSCI.The index compiler said that it is not considering Indonesia for inclusion on the watch list and the country’s Secondary Emerging market status remains unchanged, according to its statement. “FTSE Russell will confirm the treatment of Indonesian securities ahead of the June 2026 index review, taking into account reform progress and stakeholder input,” it said.The decision puts further pressure on Indonesian authorities…

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  • Don’t let RFK Jr distract from the big health threat: Sugar

    It’s not the food dye in Froot Loops that Americans should fear; it’s the more than 66 pounds of sugar they consume a year ARE there “toxic chemicals” in food killing Americans? That fear is getting lots of attention thanks to Robert F Kennedy Jr, president-elect Donald Trump’s pick to…

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  • JPMorgan strategists cut S&P 500 target on Iran war uncertainty

    Published Sat, Mar 21, 2026 · 04:03 PM [NEW YORK] JPMorgan strategists cut their price target on the S&P 500 Index, saying the upside potential for risk assets is “more constrained” by a war in the Middle East.  Strategists led by Fabio Bassi slashed their year-end estimate to 7,200 points…

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  • Sanctions scrutiny reshapes offshore vessel strategies for Asian energy service firms

    The landscape for Asian offshore energy service firms is undergoing significant change as the global sanctions environment surrounding Russian energy projects becomes more complex and far-reaching. Increasing scrutiny from U.S. and European regulators is reshaping how these companies approach vessel deployments, asset transfers, and even financing arrangements, according to industry…

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  • Upset Taylor Swift says she was told Ticketmaster could handle demand

    POP superstar Taylor Swift said on Friday it was “excruciating” for her to watch fans struggle to secure tickets for her upcoming U.S. tour after she had been assured that Ticketmaster could handle large demand. The New York Times reported that the US Justice Department was investigating whether Ticketmaster parent…

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