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Breakfast Brief Monday, June 23, 2025 Markets set for rocky opening after Trump's plunge into Middle East war [SINGAPORE] When major markets reopen on Monday (Jun 23), investors in Asia and other parts of the world will be bracing themselves for a volatile few days ahead, with… Surge in claims drag some Integrated Shield insurers into the red; higher premiums expected [SINGAPORE] A double-digit surge in claims is putting pressure on the profitability of Integrated Shield Plan (IP) insurers, raising the spectre of more premium hikes. Japan still a draw as Singapore property players look beyond Tokyo [SINGAPORE] Japan's property market remains a firm favourite among Singapore-based property investors, who continue to deploy capital into the country despite global… OCBC commits RM11 billion to support businesses in Johor-Singapore SEZ [SINGAPORE] OCBC said on Sunday (Jun 22) that it has committed more than RM11 billion (S$3.3 billion) in financing to support businesses in the Johor-Singapore Special… Iran threatens US bases in response to strikes on nuclear sites [WASHINGTON] Iran on Sunday threatened US bases in the Middle East after massive air strikes that Washington said had destroyed Tehran's nuclear programme, though some…

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