by chung chinyi | Jan 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study: The U.S. Capture of Nicolás Maduro Background and Context The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on January 3, 2026, represents an unprecedented event in modern international relations. Following years of tensions over Venezuela’s...
by chung chinyi | Jan 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
An in-depth look at the Apple-Chase partnership and lessons for Singapore’s evolving digital banking landscape The Big Picture: A Major Shift in Digital Banking Apple’s credit card is changing hands. After a partnership that began in 2019, Goldman Sachs is...
by chung chinyi | Jan 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
A Case Study on Navigating U.S. Tariff Impacts and Industry Transformation Executive Summary Singapore’s manufacturing sector faces unprecedented challenges as global trade patterns shift due to U.S. protectionist policies. Unlike the U.S. where manufacturing...
by chung chinyi | Jan 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study, Outlook, Solutions & Impact Analysis Prepared: January 2026Context: Learning from the 43-day US Government Shutdown (Oct-Nov 2025) EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This case study examines hypothetical scenarios where Singapore experiences significant disruption to...
by chung chinyi | Jan 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary This case study examines Costco Wholesale’s December 2025 performance through the lens of Singapore investors, analyzing real-world scenarios, outlook considerations, practical solutions, and broader market impacts relevant to the local...
by chung chinyi | Jan 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
The End of an Era The Trump administration’s decision to withdraw from 31 United Nations entities marks more than a policy shift—it represents a potential inflection point in the post-World War II international order. For nearly eight decades, American...
by chung chinyi | Jan 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
1. Bread Distribution Programs Kampung Bishan’s “Bread Run” What They Offer: Surplus bread collected from businesses and redistributed to residents Food Items: Fresh bread from various bakeries How It Works: Volunteers collect excess bread and...
by chung chinyi | Jan 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary The World Economic Forum’s 2026 Global Cooperation Barometer reveals a deteriorating business environment in 2025, with 43% of executives reporting increased difficulty in operations. This analysis examines the underlying causes, future...
by chung chinyi | Jan 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study: Understanding the Withdrawal What Happened On January 8, 2026, the United States withdrew from the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). This represents the most comprehensive climate...
by chung chinyi | Jan 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
Comprehensive Review & Updated Pricing Guide 1. PUTIEN – Pot of Goodies (Pen Cai) 2026 Pricing (Updated): 4 pax: S$248++ (was S$218++) 6 pax: S$358++ (was S$318++) 8 pax: S$478++ (was S$428++) 10 pax: S$578++ (was S$518++) Dish Analysis: The Pot of Goodies...
