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STI climbs 0.8% to 3,210.86 at 9:44 a.m.

Singapore’s Straits Times Index climbed 0.8% to 3,210.86 as 9:44 a.m. local time. Twenty- six stocks rose and one fell in the benchmark index.

Shares on the measure trade at an average 14.6 times estimated earnings, compared with about 15.6 times at the end of 2010, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The following shares were among the most active in the market.

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Sensex climbs 0.42 percent; Maruti, Tata Motors rise

sensex1A benchmark index of the Indian equities market climbed nearly half a percent by noon Thursday on buying support in auto, FMCG and technology stocks. The 30-share sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) opened in the positive terrain at 20,274.12 points from the previous close of 20,256.03 points. Keeping its upward curve, [...]

Sensex climbs 0.50 percent on Asian cues

sensexA benchmark index of Indian equities market climbed 0.50 percent in the morning session Monday on positive cues from other Asian markets. The 30-share sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) opened marginally in the red at 20,062.60 points from the previous close of 20,073.66 points. However, it was in the positive within [...]

STI climbs 1.2% to 3,181.94 at closing

Singapore’s Straits Times Index climbed 1.2% to 3,181.94 at the close, the most since Nov. 8. Almost eight stocks rose for each that fell in the benchmark equity index of 30 companies.

Shares on the measure trade at an average 15.4 times estimated earnings, compared with about 17.4 times at the beginning of the year, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The following shares were among the most active in the market. 

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Singapore forecasts record expansion in 2010; currency climbs

Singapore said its economy will expand a record 15% this year, the fastest pace in Asia, even as slowing global growth threatens to damp export demand. The island’s currency rose.

Gross domestic product will grow 4% to 6% in 2011, the trade ministry said in a statement. The economy, vulnerable to swings in demand for its drugs and electronics, shrank less than previously estimated in the third quarter. The nation, which has had three recessions in the past decade, won’t experience one this year, the government said today.

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Tiger Airways climbs after higher passenger numbers boost profit

Tiger Airways Holdings rose 2.7% after the budget carrier part-owned by Singapore Airlines posted a second-quarter profit, reflecting higher passenger numbers amid a rebound in air travel.

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STI climbs 0.4% to 3,205.28 at closing

Singapore’s Straits Times Index climbed 0.4% to 3,205.28 at the close, its highest close since May 16, 2008. Two stocks rose for each that fell in the benchmark equity index of 30 companies.

Shares on the measure trade at an average 15.6 times estimated earnings, compared with about 17.4 times at the beginning of the year, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The following shares were among the most active in the market. 

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STI climbs 0.5% to 3,209.32 at trading break

Singapore’s Straits Times Index climbed 0.5% to 3,209.32 as of the 12:30 p.m. trading break, heading for its highest close since May 16, 2008. Three stocks rose for each that fell in the benchmark equity index of 30 companies.

Shares on the measure trade at an average 15.7 times estimated earnings, compared with about 17.4 times at the beginning of the year, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The following shares were among the most active in the market.

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STI climbs 1.5% to 3,188.37 at trading break

Singapore’s Straits Times Index rose the most in two weeks, climbing 1.5% to 3,188.37 as of 12:46 p.m. local time. Twenty-three stocks advanced and three fell in the benchmark equity index of 30 companies.
 
Shares on the measure trade at an average 15.6 times estimated earnings, compared with about 17.4 times at the beginning of the year, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The following shares were among the most active in the market. 

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STI climbs 0.3% to 3,133.83 at trading break

Singapore’s Straits Times Index climbed 0.3% to 3,133.83 as of the 12:30 p.m. trading break. Two stocks rose for each that fell on the 30-member gauge.

Shares on the measure trade at an average 15.3 times estimated earnings, compared with about 17.4 times at the beginning of the year, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The following shares were among the most active in the market. 

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Singapore’s inflation rate climbs to 18-month high: Update

Singapore’s inflation accelerated to an 18-month high as record economic growth in the first half of the year spurred demand for goods and services, sustaining pressure on the central bank to allow currency gains.

The consumer price index climbed 3.3% in August from a year earlier, Singapore’s Department of Statistics said in a statement today. That matched the median estimate of 10 economists surveyed by Bloomberg News. Prices rose 0.5% from July, without adjusting for seasonal factors.

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Singapore August inflation rate climbs to highest in 18 months

Singapore’s inflation accelerated to an 18-month high in August as record economic growth in the first half of the year spurred demand for goods and services.

The consumer price index climbed 3.3% from a year earlier, Singapore’s Department of Statistics said in a statement today. That matched the 3.3% median estimate of 10 economists surveyed by Bloomberg News. Prices rose 0.5% from July, without adjusting for seasonal factors, the report showed.

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STI climbs 1.5% to 3,066.81 at closing

Singapore’s Straits Times Index climbed 1.5% to 3,066.81 at the close, its highest since June 9, 2008. Eight stocks advanced for each that fell on the 30-member gauge.

Shares on the measure trade at an average 14.9 times estimated earnings, compared with about 17.4 times at the beginning of the year, according to Bloomberg data. The following shares were among the most active in the market.

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STI climbs 1.1% to 3,034.58 at closing

Singapore’s Straits Times Index climbed 1.1% to 3,034.58 at the close, its highest since June 18, 2008. Eight stocks rose for each that fell on the 30- member gauge.

Shares on the measure trade at an average 14.8 times estimated earnings, compared with about 17.4 times at the beginning of the year, according to Bloomberg data.The following shares were among the most active in the market. 

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STI climbs 1.1% to 2,982.83 at closing

Singapore’s Straits Times Index climbed 1.1% to 2,982.83 at the close. Twelve stocks gained for each that fell on the 30-member gauge.

Shares on the measure trade at an average 14.4 times estimated earnings, compared with about 17.4 times at the beginning of the year, according to Bloomberg data. The following shares were among the most active in the market. 

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STI climbs 0.4% to 2,930.54 at 9:15 a.m.

Singapore’s Straits Times Index climbed 0.4% to 2,930.54 as of 9:15 a.m. local time. Four stocks rose for each that fell on the 30-member gauge.

Shares on the measure trade at an average 14.2 times estimated earnings, compared with about 17.4 times at the beginning of the year, according to Bloomberg data.The following shares were among the most active in the market. 

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Sembcorp Marine profit climbs 28% on oil rig demand

Sembcorp Marine, the world’s second-biggest oil-rig maker, said profit in the second quarter climbed 28%, helped by increased production of more offshore drilling structures.

Net income rose to $176.1 million, or 8.48 cents a share, compared with $138.1 million, or 6.7 cents, a year earlier, the Singapore-based company said today in a statement. Sales were $1.1 billion.

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STI climbs 1.3% to 3,025.04 at closing

Singapore’s Straits Times Index climbed 1.3% to 3,025.04 at the close, its highest since June 18, 2008. Almost six stocks rose for each one that fell on the 30-member gauge.

Shares on the measure trade at 14.7 times estimated earnings, compared with about 17.5 times at the beginning of the year, according to Bloomberg data. The following shares were among the most active in the market. 

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Love Parade death toll climbs to 21

The death toll from the crush at last weekend’s Love Parade festival climbed to 21 on Wednesday. Accusations over who is to blame are focusing on the organizers of the event.

STI climbs 1% to 2,955.67 at closing

Singapore’s Straits Times Index climbed 1% to 2,955.67 at the close. Four stocks rose for each that fell on the 30-member gauge.

Shares on the measure trade at 14.4 times estimated earnings, compared with about 17.5 times at the beginning of the year, according to Bloomberg data. The following shares were among the most active in the market. 

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