Asian Business Review
Top News
LATEST NEWS
Japanese consumers seek quality and convenience despite economic caution
Japanese consumers seek quality and convenience despite economic caution
Convenience is a top priority for 82%.
25 minutes ago
Malaysia retail sentiment mixed as fading Raya and Middle East impact weigh
Malaysia retail sentiment mixed as fading Raya and Middle East impact weigh
Past subsidy rationalisations temporarily slowed spending.
33 minutes ago
India's annual clean energy investment projected at $145b by 2035, says IEEFA
India's annual clean energy investment projected at $145b by 2035, says IEEFA
Debt structure will determine the pace of capacity expansion, report says.
37 minutes ago
Healthcare payer market to nearly double by 2034 on outsourcing boom
Healthcare payer market to nearly double by 2034 on outsourcing boom
Core insurance functions move to vendors as payers scale under regulatory pressure.
2 hours ago
Telecom sector posts 9% median TSR, outpaces equity costs over 2021–2025
Telecom sector posts 9% median TSR, outpaces equity costs over 2021–2025
Global operators lead returns, whilst AI adoption and agile networks are flagged as future value drivers.
2 hours ago
AI can cut insurer costs 20% but adoption lags across sector
AI can cut insurer costs 20% but adoption lags across sector
Firms using the technology can also lift premiums by around 3% to 5%.
5 hours ago
Singapore’s energy efficiency index falls to 49, signalling gains despite higher emissions
Singapore’s energy efficiency index falls to 49, signalling gains despite higher emissions
Emissions climbed to 616 million tonnes in 2021 from 440 million tonnes in 2000.
22 hours ago
Singapore job postings fall 4.5% to five-year low in February
Singapore job postings fall 4.5% to five-year low in February
Demand remains high in ‘pharmacy’ and ‘sports’.
23 hours ago
DHL scales automation in Vietnam logistics operations
"https://vimeo.com/1180678671"
DHL scales automation in Vietnam logistics operations
Automation and infrastructure support high-tech shifts.
1 day ago
CVF bloc leads solar uptake, surpassing US in electrotech transition
CVF bloc leads solar uptake, surpassing US in electrotech transition
Solar imports run 3x above official capacity in eight of 10 countries.
1 day ago
Beauty industry adopts upcycled materials as ethical purchasing influences choices
Beauty industry adopts upcycled materials as ethical purchasing influences choices
Nearly half of beauty consumers prioritize ethical and eco-friendly products.
1 day ago
Greater China manufacturing expands in March despite rising input costs
Greater China manufacturing expands in March despite rising input costs
PMI rebounds as new orders and output rise, whilst purchase prices hit its highest level since 2022.
1 day ago
New Zealand cards slated for 1.8% growth as fee caps spur use
New Zealand cards slated for 1.8% growth as fee caps spur use
Rewards, discounts, and flexible payment schemes.
1 day ago
APAC mobile services market to surpass $347b by 2030 on 5G Boom
APAC mobile services market to surpass $347b by 2030 on 5G Boom
Mobile data dominated revenue as usage doubles and voice income declines across the region, GlobalData says.
1 day ago
Singapore manufacturing momentum eases in March but PMI still signals expansion
Singapore manufacturing momentum eases in March but PMI still signals expansion
SIPMM notes positive outlook despite slower expansion and geopolitical uncertainties, led by electronics sector demand.
2 days ago
Partner Content
Exclusives
Residential
Subsidised resale homes draw buyers from private flats
The policy boosts turnover by pulling demand forward, not by lifting volumes long term.
1 hour ago
LNG bunkering rules raise costs and lock suppliers into full value chain
![LNG bunkering rules raise costs and lock suppliers into full value chain]()
They must own or charter LNG bunkering vessels and secure storage and delivery capacity.
1 day ago
DBS urges portfolio rebalancing as volatility rises
![DBS urges portfolio rebalancing as volatility rises]()
Investors should avoid excessive exposure to any single market or asset class.
6 days ago
Hack on four Singapore telcos shifts focus beyond perimeter defences
![Hack on four Singapore telcos shifts focus beyond perimeter defences]()
Device and cloud security are emerging weak spots.
Healthcare
OUE Healthcare opens Singapore’s first private sleep lab
![OUE Healthcare opens Singapore’s first private sleep lab]()
About 30% of adults suffer from obstructive sleep apnea.
Insurance
Sun Life Philippines to boost sales force, bancassurance under incoming CEO
![Sun Life Philippines to boost sales force, bancassurance under incoming CEO]()
It is pushing insurance in a nation where death and money are taboo topics.
Manufacturing
Manufacturers push ProPak Asia to bigger Bangkok site
![Manufacturers push ProPak Asia to bigger Bangkok site]()
More than 2,500 brands from 45 countries are expected to join the 2026 trade fair.
Read Here
Advertise
Sign Up
Event News
Juris Origination has successfully reduced manual processing time by over 60% through automation and real-time alerts.
Event Sites
Videos
Most Read
1. Leading companies lauded at 2026 Malaysia National Business Awards, International Business Awards, and Technology Excellence Awards 2. STANDARD CHARTERED GLOBAL BUSINESS SERVICES SDN BHD honoured at Malaysia Technology Excellence Awards 2026 3. Singapore’s finance sector hit by the second-highest job cuts rate 4. Mesiniaga Berhad wins at Malaysia Technology Excellence Awards 2026 5. DBS urges portfolio rebalancing as volatility risesAwards
Event News
Juris Origination has successfully reduced manual processing time by over 60% through automation and real-time alerts.
Commentary
Why Asia Pacific businesses must prepare for a new era of geopolitical cyber threats
Resilience amidst oil volatility: Implications for Southeast Asia’s energy security
How innovative eco packaging enhances brand value in Asia
The survival playbook for the CEO amidst geopolitical conflicts