Asian Business Review
Top News
LATEST NEWS
82% of SEA CFOs target growth but siloed data slows finance AI rollout
"https://vimeo.com/1204429574"
82% of SEA CFOs target growth but siloed data slows finance AI rollout
Automating a flawed process with AI accelerates inefficiency and that process redesign must come before any tool adoption.
45 minutes ago
Asia-Pacific climate risks may cost firms US$336b annually by 2030s
Asia-Pacific climate risks may cost firms US$336b annually by 2030s
The report identifies investable resilience opportunities across real estate, data centres, power infrastructure, and transport.
9 hours ago
Over six in 10 business leaders flag rising disorderly climate risk
Over six in 10 business leaders flag rising disorderly climate risk
Firms warn of rising operational disruption as transition risks climb across regions.
1 day ago
Only 19% of executives quantify sustainability’s financial impact: KPMG
Only 19% of executives quantify sustainability’s financial impact: KPMG
Most companies struggle to translate them into profits, cash flow, and valuation.
1 day ago
Malaysia insurance premiums rise 6.1% as motor losses persist
Malaysia insurance premiums rise 6.1% as motor losses persist
Motor remained the largest business line with 45.2% of the industry portfolio in 2025.
1 day ago
APAC insurance IT budgets rise as AI reshapes spending priorities
APAC insurance IT budgets rise as AI reshapes spending priorities
Reducing costs increasing revenue and meeting regulations are emerging as key business goals.
1 day ago
The Slate targets doubled MICE revenue as North Phuket gains momentum
"https://vimeo.com/1203394401"
The Slate targets doubled MICE revenue as North Phuket gains momentum
The Slate hosts one MICE group at a time for buyout exclusivity as Singapore remains its biggest regional corporate market.
2 days ago
Indonesia’s 5G spectrum auction to widen coverage, capacity gap amongst carriers
Indonesia’s 5G spectrum auction to widen coverage, capacity gap amongst carriers
The 700 MHz and 2.6 GHz allocation links coverage, capacity, and tower demand.
2 days ago
AU insurers vanish from 70% of specific AI search answers
AU insurers vanish from 70% of specific AI search answers
Somantra studied 34,278 consumer conversations across 20 Australian insurers.
2 days ago
Malaysia insurance premiums rise to $5.8b despite motor losses in 2025
Malaysia insurance premiums rise to $5.8b despite motor losses in 2025
Gross written premiums rose 4.8% to $5.8b last year.
2 days ago
Singapore reclaims IMD world competitiveness crown
Singapore reclaims IMD world competitiveness crown
Its stronger corporate performance helped lifted SG above 69 economies.
6 days ago
Singapore construction firms cut tech tools to boost productivity
Singapore construction firms cut tech tools to boost productivity
Autodesk said companies are prioritising data consolidation.
6 days ago
Singapore mid-market firms lose 23% of AI budgets to complexity
Singapore mid-market firms lose 23% of AI budgets to complexity
Freshworks said many companies are still stuck in pilots despite plans to raise AI spending.
6 days ago
Construction insurance gaps threaten project financing
Construction insurance gaps threaten project financing
Zurich said lenders may cut commitments when adequate cover is unavailable.
6 days ago
Asia drives global 5G growth but advanced services lag
Asia drives global 5G growth but advanced services lag
5G standlaone rollout, slicing adoption and monetisation vary widely across Asian markets.
Partner Content
Partner Content
Exclusives
Shipbuilding boom runs into capacity wall
Chinese yards captured 70% of first-quarter orders as delivery slots tightened.
2 days ago
Indian retailers go hyperlocal as citywide expansion loses ground
![Indian retailers go hyperlocal as citywide expansion loses ground]()
They use micro-market data to rethink where stores open.
3 days ago
Big-ticket deals lift Singapore M&A as volumes fall
![Big-ticket deals lift Singapore M&A as volumes fall]()
Private equity and AI infrastructure drive record deal concentration.
Mazari targets long-stay buyers as Bali market matures
![Mazari targets long-stay buyers as Bali market matures]()
The developer says demand is shifting beyond rental investors.
Healthcare
Hong Kong doubles down on disease prevention
![Hong Kong doubles down on disease prevention]()
It pays dividends for the city’s health system.
Siam Piwat embeds green rules across Bangkok mall tenants
![Siam Piwat embeds green rules across Bangkok mall tenants]()
Post-pandemic demand is driving a shift toward more responsible consumption.
Insurance
Insurers tighten control over Hormuz shipping routes
![Insurers tighten control over Hormuz shipping routes]()
Japan and South Korea face higher exposure to Gulf energy risks.
Read Here
Advertise
Sign Up
Event News
The premier EU–ASEAN institutional fintech summit brings 1,000+ delegates to PARKROYAL Collection Kuala Lumpur on 11 to 13 November 2026 for three days of cross-border deal-making.
Shorts
Event Sites
Most Read
1. Indian retailers go hyperlocal as citywide expansion loses ground 2. Ransomware losses hit $5.3m as insurance payouts fall short 3. Malaysia insurance premiums rise to $5.8b despite motor losses in 2025 4. Singapore construction firms cut tech tools to boost productivity 5. AU insurers vanish from 70% of specific AI search answersAwards
Sep
17
Oct
01
Nov
11
Event News
The premier EU–ASEAN institutional fintech summit brings 1,000+ delegates to PARKROYAL Collection Kuala Lumpur on 11 to 13 November 2026 for three days of cross-border deal-making.
Commentary
Why Western firms keep misreading the Chinese and Korean trust architecture
Platinum cards, paper-thin compliance?
How Asian enterprises can deliver modern, data-driven HR on time and on budget
Why high turnover persists in hospitality, and what’s changing
Energy price volatility highlights structural gaps for managing FX risk in APAC
When ESG enters the Asian boardroom: What real estate and infrastructure leaders must get right
Many Malaysian businesses have gone digital — but few have truly transformed
From Singapore to Southeast Asia: Thriving in innovation by knowing when to pause