NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Fortune released the 2024 Fortune Global 500(™), the definitive list of the world's largest corporations ranked by revenue for the 2023 fiscal year. Walmart, the Arkansas-based retailer, is No. 1 for the 11th consecutive year, followed by Amazon (No. 2), State Grid (No. 3), Saudi Aramco (No. 4), and Sinopec (No. 5).
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SINGAPORE, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 9Basil Group ("9Basil" or the "Firm"), a value-focused alternative investment firm, today announced the final close of its second flagship private equity fund. Despite distributing over US$35.3 million this year, recent commitments have increased the Firm's assets under management to over US$300 million (as of the fund's closing). Investors include high net-worth individuals, family offices, and...
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SINGAPORE, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB Sydney Branch has priced A$1 billion in four-year senior unsecured notes due 2028. The notes were priced on Friday (2 Aug) at the Bank Bill Swap Rate (BBSW) plus 0.74 per cent. The issuance is the largest conventional AUD single-tranche senior bond from a Singaporean Issuer. UOB had made an announcement to...
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CMC Pictures has announced the global release of the Chinese psychological thriller "Decoded," a groundbreaking film that blurs the lines between dreams and reality. Directed by the acclaimed Chen Sicheng, "Decoded" features a stellar ensemble cast including Liu Haoran, John Cusack, Chen Daoming, Daniel Wu, and Faye Yu. This film represents Chen Sicheng's latest bold venture following the remarkable...
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NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ren Hongbin, Chairman of the China Council for Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), participated and delivered a speech at U.S.-China Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum in New York during his visit to US, along with the led delegation of Chinese business leaders. More than 300 representatives from both Chinese and American business associations attended the forum....
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NHA TRANG, Vietnam, Aug. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ever Glamour Nha Trang (EGN) 2024 festival concluded on August 3 with a dazzling display of drone light performances. After two nights of competition, the UAE team was announced as the champion, while the Korean, French, and Chinese teams won the awards for Best Technical Performance, Best Image, and Best Story, respectively.The UAE team, nicknamed “Light Wizards,” combined the ultra-...
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RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Al Hamra, a pioneering lifestyle developer and real estate investment company in Ras Al Khaimah, will be targeting UK and GCC investors and residents via a special activation in London at the world's leading luxury department store, Harrods.
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SHANGHAI, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In July 2024, SANY Renewable Energy, a leading producer of clean energy technology, became a member of the China ESG Alliance, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable practices and the advancement of the wind power sector. Through its membership, SANY will collaborate on sharing best practices and fostering low-carbon innovations, driving the green transformation of the supply chain. The China ESG...
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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the highly anticipated Cyber Digital Services, Defence and Security Asia (CyberDSA) 2024 approaches, preparations are underway to deliver an event that will set new standards in cybersecurity innovation and collaboration. From 6th to 8th August 2024, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre will transform into a hub of cutting-edge technology and critical discussions, drawing global attention...
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SINGAPORE, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NEC Asia Pacific (NEC APAC), the ASEAN regional headquarters of global technology firm NEC Corporation, and Spectro Cloud, a California-based leading Kubernetes management platform provider, have signed a strategic agreement to advance cloud-native innovation for organisations. With the exponential growth of modern, containerised applications inclusive of AI/ML workloads, real-time analytics and...
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MILAN, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy is proud to announce the Global Jury who will be judging the Grand Finale of the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition 2024-25. Seven of the most influential names in global gastronomy will be tasked with crowning the world's most talented young chef under 30 years of age. They will evaluate the presented signature dishes based on the three Golden Rules, selecting the...
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AMSTERDAM, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OCI Global (Euronext: OCI), a leading global producer and distributor of hydrogen products today announced that it has reached an agreement for the sale of 100% of its equity interests in its Clean Ammonia project under construction in Beaumont, Texas ("OCI Clean Ammonia" or the "Project"), to Woodside Energy Group Ltd ("Woodside") for a total consideration of USD 2.35 billion on a cash-free and debt-...
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BEIJING, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily My name is Vienna Cammarota. I'm a hiker from Italy. I have been a fan of Italian traveler Marco Polo since childhood, which later led me to become a tour guide. Years of hiking have helped me maintain good health. Even at 75, I still have no need for reading glasses. About 20 years ago,...
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LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Exness, one of the world's largest multi-asset brokers, has just announced the launch of its biggest global brand campaign, "Born to Trade." Debuting on August 5, alongside a powerful video ad which speaks to its overall narrative, the campaign targets traders who embrace challenges, seize opportunities, and make bold decisions every day. It serves as a reminder that trading is not just about the...
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MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Graceview today announced its successful completion of a funding round totalling $1.5M. Key points Graceview has secured $1.5 million in funding.Entrepreneur Patrick Linton led the round with a group of tech founders and investors.The capital will boost the rollout of Graceview's AI-driven compliance platform. The platform combines AI, machine learning, and legal expertise to deliver accurate...
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BANGKOK, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital at Mahidol University has announced the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technology to improve medical analysis and diagnostic capabilities. This initiative aims to enhance accuracy in detecting abnormalities, diagnosing diseases, and optimizing the workflow of medical personnel....
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BAODING, China, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yingli Solar, one of the world's leading photovoltaic (PV) power generation solution providers, is thrilled to announce its reentry into the dynamic Malaysian solar market as a pioneering PV module manufacturer. This milestone underscores its renewed commitment to driving sustainable energy solutions across the region. The recent completion of a robust C rooftop installation, totaling over 353...
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SINGAPORE, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DKSH Business Unit Healthcare, a Strategic Healthcare Solutions Partner and leading provider of Market Expansion Services for pharmaceutical, over-the-counter (OTC), consumer health and medical device companies, enters a partnership with Kyowa Kirin Co., Ltd. (Kyowa Kirin, TSE:4151, President and CEO: Masashi Miyamoto), a Japan-based global specialty pharmaceutical company, in line with Kyowa Kirin's...
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CHENNAI, India, Aug. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BASF Catalysts India Private Limited (BCIL), a subsidiary of BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS), has inaugurated a new Research, Development and Application (RD) lab at its site in Mahindra World City, Tamil Nadu, Chennai. The strategic investment is focused on the development of emissions control catalysts that are tailored to the unique needs of the Indian automotive...
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SINGAPORE, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According to Forrester's (Nasdaq: FORR) 2025 Budget Planning Guides, leaders intend to spend more in 2025 after a year of restrained budget expectations. Despite high interest rates, tight labor markets, and the uncertainty of US elections, 91% of global tech decision-makers and 87% of global marketing decision-makers are planning for budget increases in the year ahead. Pressure to optimize spending and...
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