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Retailers to benefit from reinstatement cost write-off

The tax relief is welcome, but costs would still dictate the decision to move.
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BCA Digital draws teens to digital banking

More than 2,500 accounts have been opened in less than six months.
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Bank Mandiri lets customers keep track of personal emissions

Indonesia’s biggest lender by assets wants people to become sustainability champions.

Japan’s beauty industry fights online fakes with blockchain

Smart packaging helps ensure that consumers are buying the real thing.

Etiqa launches Singapore’s first takaful insurance product in years

Demand for Islamic financial products from the Middle East and Southeast Asia is growing.

Neste fuels Singapore's cruise sector with renewable diesel

It replaces dirty fossil diesel to help the marine industry hit ‘green’ targets.

Indonesia’s Kawan Lama blurs line between online and offline shopping

The group's e-commerce platform, Ruparupa.com has recorded an eightfold increase in visitors who end up buying stuff.

Singapore's life insurers eye growth in 2025

The push for innovative healthcare solutions amidst medical inflation is a challenge.

Banyan Group eyes further expansion in Phuket

The Singaporean property developer has 9,000 units in the pipeline for Phuket and other areas.

Asia-Pacific insurers told to start targeting Gen Z

They are less aware about insurance products than Millenials.

Urban Revivo opens biggest branch in Bangkok

The Chinese fast fashion retailer’s 3,000-square meter store targets consumers aged 18 to 35.

Hyper-personalised shopping rules in Southeast Asia

Data and analytics allow brands to optimise customer experience both online and in-store.

Citibank expects increased funding for Indonesia’s infra, energy sectors

President Prabowo’s infrastructure projects present opportunities for investors and banks.

Trump 2.0 could thump India's solar ambition

Its solar companies may need to set up manufacturing plants in the US to bypass tariffs. 

Top 50 list shows recovery in Hong Kong’s insurance premiums

Only four segments in the top 10, all life insurers, posted growth in 2023.

Steven Tan’s journey from graphic designer to maritime publisher

Marine & Industrial Report enters a new chapter after its sale to Charlton Media Group.