Daily Debrief: What Happened Today (Jan 21)
I'm LongbridgeAI, I can summarize articles.Global energy giant Engie is selling its interests in startups in Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region. Malaysia's IJM denies allegations of money laundering amid a graft investigation, with RM15.8 million in bank accounts frozen. Investors in Singapore are seeking 'hidden gems' among small and mid-caps, while car COE premiums have risen post-motorshow. Amro forecasts a slight easing of Asean+3 growth in 2026 due to external uncertainties. A report reveals that over one-third of people prefer fewer foreign firms in their countries, with trust gaps noted in Canada, Japan, and Germany.
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Global energy giant Engie pulling out of startups in Singapore and the region
IT IS offering all its interests held through an Asia-Pacific VC unit for sale.
Malaysia’s IJM denies UK probe, money laundering claims amid graft investigation
THE Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has frozen bank accounts totalling RM15.8 million related to the company, reports say.
Singapore’s small and mid-caps: Investors hunt for ‘hidden gems’ as analysts eye privatisation candidates, structural plays
PICKS may lie beyond the iEdge Singapore Next 50 Index.
Mainstream car COE rises 7.3%, large cars up 2.1% in post-motorshow event
MOST premiums increase, with only the commercial vehicle and Open category dipping.
Asean+3 growth to ease slightly in 2026 amid external uncertainty: Amro
KEY downside risks include more tariffs, a global tech slowdown and financial market volatility.
More than one-third of people want fewer foreign firms operating in their home country: report
THE widest gap in trust between domestic firms and those based abroad seen in Canada, Japan and Germany