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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.
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.
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.
The Slate targets doubled MICE revenue as North Phuket gains momentum
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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.
Singapore reclaims IMD world competitiveness crown
Singapore reclaims IMD world competitiveness crown
Its stronger corporate performance helped lifted SG above 69 economies.
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.
Construction insurance gaps threaten project financing
Construction insurance gaps threaten project financing
Zurich said lenders may cut commitments when adequate cover is unavailable.
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.
SEA medtech supply chains need redesign to support growth: KPMG
SEA medtech supply chains need redesign to support growth: KPMG
The region offers strong demand, but regulatory fragmentation and internal complexity could constrain expansion.

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Shipbuilding boom runs into capacity wall
Chinese yards captured 70% of first-quarter orders as delivery slots tightened.
Indian retailers go hyperlocal as citywide expansion loses ground
They use micro-market data to rethink where stores open.
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
The developer says demand is shifting beyond rental investors.
Healthcare 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
Post-pandemic demand is driving a shift toward more responsible consumption.
Insurance Insurers tighten control over Hormuz shipping routes
Japan and South Korea face higher exposure to Gulf energy risks.

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