Latest news with #STI
Business Times
15 minutes ago
- Business
- Business Times
STI inches up on Wednesday, mirroring regional indices
[SINGAPORE] The Straits Times Index (STI) closed higher on Wednesday (Jul 23), mirroring regional indices. The STI inched up 0.6 per cent or 23.02 points to 4,231.28. Across the broader market, advancers outnumbered decliners 427 to 164 after 2.4 billion shares worth S$1.7 billion changed hands. The trio of local banks closed higher on Wednesday, with DBS up 1.9 per cent or S$0.88 at S$48.13. UOB rose 0.6 per cent or S$0.23 to S$37.23 and OCBC closed up 0.1 per cent or S$0.02 at S$17.21. DFI Retail Group was the top gainer on the STI, closing up 9.2 per cent or US$0.29 at US$3.45. The biggest loser was ST Engineering , which dropped 2.1 per cent or S$0.18 to S$8.27. BT in your inbox Start and end each day with the latest news stories and analyses delivered straight to your inbox. Sign Up Sign Up Across the region, major indices ended higher, with the Kospi gaining 0.4 per cent and the Nikkei 225 up 3.5 cent. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index closed up 1.6 per cent and the KLCI rose 0.7 per cent. The fading momentum of tech stocks is starting to weigh on major US benchmarks, said Jose Torres, senior economist at Interactive Brokers. But the wider US market remains positive, as every other major sector was still upbeat during a quiet day for economic releases. The overreliance on the 'Magnificent 7' – comprising Apple, Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, Tesla, Meta and Nvidia – is contributing to the market turning defensive, picking up treasuries, gold and volatility protection instruments, said Torres. With and tech and communications services' rally bolstered by looser regulations, financial services could see the same impact as efforts are made to loosen regulations. 'While less red tape is poised to improve profitability at banks, the lending and capital expenditure implications of reducing regulations are also quite stimulative to the economy because additional funds are opened up for consumption, investment and fixed income purchasing,' said Torres.
Health Line
a day ago
- Health
- Health Line
Gonorrhea Home Remedies: Separating Fact from Fiction
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria. While the internet is full of potential home remedies for gonorrhea, these aren't reliable. Antibiotics are the only effective treatment for gonorrhea. Why aren't home remedies for gonorrhea reliable? Researchers have actually put a lot of popular gonorrhea home remedies to the test in various studies over the years. Let's examine why they don't hold up. Garlic Garlic is known for its antibacterial properties, making it a common home remedy for bacterial infections. An older 2005 study examined the effects of garlic products and extracts on gonorrhea-causing bacteria. The researchers found that 47% of the products studied showed antimicrobial activity against the bacteria. This sounds promising — but since this study just tested garlic against bacteria in a laboratory setting, we do not know whether the same effect would be shown in humans with the infection. Apple cider vinegar An internet search for natural gonorrhea remedies often comes up with suggestions for apple cider vinegar to be taken orally or applied topically as a solution. However, there aren't any research studies to either support or refute these claims. While apple cider vinegar might have some antibacterial properties, it's also highly acidic, which can irritate the delicate tissues of your genitals. Listerine In a 2016 study, researchers looked at the effects of the antiseptic mouthwash Listerine on gonorrhea bacteria present in people's mouths. The study's researchers asked men who had oral gonorrhea to use Listerine mouthwash or a placebo for 1 minute daily. At the study's conclusion, the researchers found that 52% of men who used Listerine showed a positive test for the bacteria, compared with 84% of those who used a saline placebo mouthwash. Listerine may reduce the amount of gonorrhea bacteria in the throat, but the study has limitations. Further examination of Listerine in the management of pharyngeal gonorrhea is required. Goldenseal Goldenseal is a plant with antimicrobial properties. European settlers used it to treat gonorrhea in the 1800s. While some older research exists surrounding using goldenseal as an alternative to antibiotics to treat resistant staph bacteria, there isn't any significant research about goldenseal to treat gonorrhea. While settlers may have tried it a long time ago, it's not a proven method today. What should I do instead? Antibiotics are the only proven way to reliably treat and cure gonorrhea. The CDC recommends treating uncomplicated gonorrhea with a single 500-milligram intramuscular dose of ceftriaxone. The recommendation applies to infections around the urinary tract, genitals, anus, rectum, and pharynx. The CDC previously recommended ceftriaxone plus oral azithromycin. The recommendations were changed because azithromycin resistance is an increasing concern. If you're allergic to ceftriaxone, your doctor may prescribe other medications. If you still have symptoms 3 to 5 days after finishing antibiotic treatment, speak with a healthcare professional again. You may need a different antibiotic or additional treatment. To avoid transmitting the infection to others, avoid all sexual activity until you have completed treatment and no longer have symptoms. It's also important for your sexual partners to get tested and treated as well. Early treatment is key While antibiotics clear up the infection, they won't necessarily reverse any of the complications discussed below. This is why it's so important to start antibiotic treatment as soon as possible and to be under the care of a healthcare professional while treating this infection. Using home remedies also runs the risk of causing irritation to the area as well as potentially delaying treatment. Don't wait to see a healthcare professional if you have symptoms of gonorrhea. »FIND CARE: Find a primary care doctor in your area today. Can gonorrhea have complications? Without treatment, gonorrhea can lead to complications that can have lasting effects. In men, this includes epididymitis, an inflammation of the tube that carries sperm. Severe epididymitis can lead to infertility. In women, untreated gonorrhea can cause pelvic inflammatory disease. That can lead to its own complications, such as: infertility ectopic pregnancy pelvic abscesses A pregnant person can also transmit gonorrhea to a newborn, resulting in joint infections, blindness, and blood-related infections in the newborn. If you're pregnant and think you may have gonorrhea, see a healthcare professional immediately for treatment. In any gender, gonorrhea can also enter the bloodstream, causing a condition called disseminated gonococcal infection (DGI). In severe cases, DGI can be life threatening, though this is rare.
Straits Times
a day ago
- Business
- Straits Times
STI ends flat as regional indexes close mixed
Find out what's new on ST website and app. The STI closed up 0.03 per cent or 1.13 points to 4,208.26. SINGAPORE - The Straits Times Index (STI) closed flat on July 22, as regional indexes showed mixed performances. The STI closed up 0.03 per cent or 1.13 points to 4,208.26. Across the broader market, advancers outnumbered decliners 329 to 229 after 1.4 billion shares worth $1.3 billion changed hands. The trio of local banks closed lower on July 22, with DBS down 0.02 per cent or one cent to $47.25. UOB was down 0.3 per cent or 10 cents to $37; and OCBC closed down 0.5 per cent or eight cents to $17.19. Jardine Matheson was the top gainer on the STI, closing up 2.5 per cent or US$1.35 to US$55.26. The biggest loser was Wilmar International, which closed down 0.7 per cent or two cents to $3. Across the region, major indexes were mixed, with the Kospi down 1.3 per cent and the Nikkei 225 down 0.1 per cent. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index closed up 0.5 per cent and the KLCI down 0.3 per cent. The approach to earnings season by companies has been cautious, with many downshifting their guidance in the first quarter, citing tariff risk and macro uncertainty, said Mr Stephen Innes, managing partner, SPI Asset Management. This has created some room for positive surprises, as some of the second quarter's strength has been in front-loaded demand, promising stronger revenue and profits.
Business Times
a day ago
- Business
- Business Times
STI ends Tuesday flat as regional indices close mixed
[SINGAPORE] The Straits Times Index (STI) closed flat on Tuesday (Jul 22), as regional indices showed mixed performances. The STI closed up 0.03 per cent or 1.13 points to 4,208.26. Across the broader market, advancers outnumbered decliners 329 to 229 after 1.4 billion shares worth S$1.3 billion changed hands. The trio of local banks closed lower on Tuesday, with DBS down 0.02 per cent or S$0.01 to S$47.25. UOB was down 0.3 per cent or S$0.10 to S$37; and OCBC closed down 0.5 per cent or S$0.08 to S$17.19. Jardine Matheson was the top gainer on the STI, closing up 2.5 per cent or US$1.35 to US$55.26. The biggest loser was Wilmar International , which closed down 0.7 per cent or S$0.02 to S$3. Across the region, major indices were mixed, with the Kospi down 1.3 per cent and the Nikkei 225 down 0.1 per cent. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index closed up 0.5 per cent and the KLCI down 0.3 per cent. The approach to earnings season by companies has been cautious, with many downshifting their guidance in the first quarter, citing tariff risk and macro uncertainty, said Stephen Innes, managing partner, SPI Asset Management. This has created some room for positive surprises, as some of the second quarter's strength has been in front-loaded demand, promising stronger revenue and profits. Now, more companies are raising their forward estimates, from 57 per cent of companies in April to 75 per cent, said Innes. 'We're seeing broader participation, with cyclicals, industrials and select consumer names also contributing.'
BusinessToday
a day ago
- Business
- BusinessToday
STI Starts Strong, Riding On Blue-Chip Backbone
The Singapore stock market opened higher on Tuesday, with the Straits Times Index (STI) rising 11.91 points or 0.28% to 4,219.04 as at 9.02am, reflecting a firm start driven by gains in key blue-chip counters and steady investor sentiment across the region. Trading volume stood at 62.79 million securities, with a total value of S$75.07 million. Market breadth was positive, with 99 advancers outpacing 42 decliners in early trade. Among the top STI constituents, DBS rose 0.19% to S$47.350, while OCBC Bank held at S$17.300 and UOB remained steady at S$37.100. Singtel opened at S$4.160, and CapitaLand Investment traded at S$2.810. Seatrium Ltd and ST Engineering were also active, opening at S$2.410 and S$8.460 respectively. Broader indices also showed strength, with the iEdge-OCBC Singapore Low Carbon Select 40 Capped Index up at 3,271.25, and the iEdge S-REIT Leaders Index at 1,045.41. Meanwhile, the iEdge APAC Financials Dividend Plus Index stood at 3,068.43 and the iEdge-UOB APAC Yield Focus Green REIT Index at 2,319.31, reflecting sustained investor interest in income and sustainability-driven themes. The upbeat tone at the opening mirrored regional optimism, with investors watching for key earnings reports and economic data due later in the week, particularly from the US and China. Related
