Singapore Telecommunications, Southeast Asia’s largest telecom firm, saw a 9% profit increase. This was driven by Optus and Airtel’s strong performance. A S$2 billion share buyback is planned over three years. Underlying net profit reached S$2.47 billion. The company surpassed half of its S$6 billion mid-term asset recycling target and raised the goal to S$9 billion.
Sugar stocks rally continues: Balrampur Chini, Dhampur Sugar, Uttam Sugar Mills rally up to 4%. Two big triggers
Sugar stocks rallied as domestic sugar prices surged sharply over the past month. Government data showed retail prices rising from Rs 48.18/kg on July 20