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Fossil fuel use falls as electricity gains share of global energy mix
Fossil fuel use falls as electricity gains share of global energy mix
Electricity could rise from about 23% to over 50% of global energy use by 2050.
3 hours ago
Grocery loses share as health and wellness spending moves to pharmacy
Grocery loses share as health and wellness spending moves to pharmacy
The shift is strongest in OTC medicines, vitamins, skincare, and personal care products.
3 hours ago
Asia insurtech deals hit $100m despite global slowdown
Asia insurtech deals hit $100m despite global slowdown
Q1 2026 activity fell to 81 deals for the weakest count since Q2 2016.
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Southeast Asia risks losing EV value without supply chain buildout, Bain says
Southeast Asia risks losing EV value without supply chain buildout, Bain says
Indonesia controls over 60% of nickel output but the region makes only 2% of EVs.
2 days ago
Slow grid upgrades risk $200b digital push in Southeast Asia
Slow grid upgrades risk $200b digital push in Southeast Asia
Data centre growth outpaces transmission build-out as ab $18b annual funding gap persists.
3 days ago
China ports pass stress test with about 30% throughput buffer
China ports pass stress test with about 30% throughput buffer
The stress tests showed ports hold financial stability under sharp volume decline.
3 days ago
Bengaluru retail leasing surges 52% in Q4 as rents rise, mall supply stalls
Bengaluru retail leasing surges 52% in Q4 as rents rise, mall supply stalls
The leasing spike pushed the city’s retail sector into tighter supply conditions.
3 days ago
Construction demand may reach $53b amidst rising costs
Construction demand may reach $53b amidst rising costs
Construction costs are expected to rise 2% to 5% in 2026.
6 days ago
New US tariffs threaten pharma with massive production costs
New US tariffs threaten pharma with massive production costs
Energy dependence and currency pressures are driving costs up in APAC.
6 days ago
Health-focused snacking trend drives freeze-dried fruit demand
Health-focused snacking trend drives freeze-dried fruit demand
Clean labels and simple ingredients strongly influence buying decisions.
6 days ago
Aeging population drives durable medical equipment market to $414b by 2034
Aeging population drives durable medical equipment market to $414b by 2034
APAC is positioned for substantial growth driven by improving healthcare.
6 days ago
Malaysian mobile operators face rising competition risks: CGSI
Malaysian mobile operators face rising competition risks: CGSI
The brokerage prefers Telekom Malaysia and Axiata over mobile operators.
6 days ago
Singapore firms modernise IT faster as AI adoption gains pace: PwC
Singapore firms modernise IT faster as AI adoption gains pace: PwC
Businesses are ahead of global peers in AI investment appetite and advanced AI use.
Intra-Asia trade remains resilient despite Middle East conflict
Intra-Asia trade remains resilient despite Middle East conflict
Short-sea services and transhipment hubs are absorbing demand.
Luxury retail rental growth slows globally as market turns selective
Luxury retail rental growth slows globally as market turns selective
Singapore leads regionally at 2% growth.
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Hidden cyber risks emerge as Asia retailers handle peak shopping demand
Bot activity, account takeover attempts, and payment abuse become harder to detect.
2 hours ago
Insurance
Iran war raises long-term risks for Asia builders' insurance gains
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Supply chain disruption and energy volatility could push premiums higher by 2027.
9 hours ago
Healthcare
Asian Hospital opens dedicated hernia clinic
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It targets a treatment gap in Metro Manila where cases far exceed surgical capacity.
5 days ago
Uniqlo unveils cooling pop-up as Singapore hits record heat stress
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Visitors experience fabric functions directly through hands-on displays.
6 days ago
Japan coal shift falls short of replacing Hormuz LNG supply
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Utilities limit coal buying amidst uncertainty over the disruption duration.
Insurance
Southeast Asia insurers risk profit hit from weak data systems
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Igloo CEO says outdated infrastructure limits AI gains despite rising spending.
Singapore retailers shift from points to real-time loyalty models
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They use personalisation and behaviour tracking to drive engagement.
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Inside Standard Chartered Global Business Services Sdn Bhd’s win at the Malaysia Technology Excellence Awards 2026
Standard Chartered Global Business Services' Peter Ooi highlights Fusion Centre, integrating multiple security domains into a single ecosystem.
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Inside Standard Chartered Global Business Services Sdn Bhd’s win at the Malaysia Technology Excellence Awards 2026
Standard Chartered Global Business Services' Peter Ooi highlights Fusion Centre, integrating multiple security domains into a single ecosystem.
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