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Merchandisers turn to trendspotting as AI runs numbers
Merchandisers turn to trendspotting as AI runs numbers
Humans now set rules and guide AI to protect brand value and pricing.
CHAGEE targets prime sites to drive Asia-Pacific expansion
Morning tea routines are a key growth opportunity.
Manulife’s Leah Ng says better governance boosts women’s leadership
Equity cannot rely only on good intentions; it must be built into systems.
Nina Ong drives AI and talent upgrades at Great Eastern Life
The big boss credits their edge to diversity: over a third of senior roles are women.
MyRepublic launches 5G wireless broadband in Indonesia
The service aims to extend broadband beyond fibre coverage.
SM Supermalls pivots to experience-led retail with $2.6b national rollout
The group plans to open one flagship mall each year.
PGE starts low-carbon project in Banten
It aims to reach 1 gigawatt of installed capacity within two to three years.
Hong Kong insurers post weaker 2024 as premiums slip
This is based on the recent data released by the Insurance Authority for the 2024 fiscal year.
Asia-Pacific insurers face $200b legacy tech burden
Outdated tech and entrenched processes continue to hamper operations.
Fukuoka rises as key gateway to Japan for Hong Kong businesses
The city offers subsidies to R&D-heavy sectors like IT, medicine, and energy.
Grid-forming inverters seize control to stabilise Asia’s power
Electricity demand is rising faster than the physical networks that deliver it.
Legasea and SeaTrek team up to boost cargo access in Asia
The focus is on trade lanes tied to industrialisation and infrastructure demand.
Asia fusion market enters decisive phase with $5b China lead
The China Fusion Energy Corporation serves as a $2.1b national hub for artificial sun projects.
AI enters the Philippine neighbourhood store
Widespread use could generate up to $48b in economic value by 2030.
Indonesia cement glut quickens low-carbon shift
The market no longer rewards capacity expansion.
BNI speeds approvals as centralised trade platform takes hold
Processing is now completed in less than 24 hours.
Hong Kong small retailers step up investment to take on big chains
They are getting a boost from state funding and fee cuts.
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