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Singapore's life insurers eye growth in 2025

Singapore's life insurers eye growth in 2025

The push for innovative healthcare solutions amid slow medical inflation is a challenge. 
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Global endoscopic closure devices market to grow by $825.7m by 2029

Its expansion is attributed to the rising prevalence of gastrointestinal conditions.

Global coal demand to plateau through 2027

Consumption is projected to level off in major market China.

Asia-Pacific insurers told to start targeting Gen Z

They are less aware about insurance products than Millenials.

Asian banks face profit strain in 2025

Falling interest rates could heighten some lenders’ appetite for risk.

Hyper-personalised shopping rules in Southeast Asia

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

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.

Japan’s insurance sector sees stability amidst premium boom

Premium income has increased over the past two years.

Recession, inflation top business risks for G20 leaders in next 2 years: survey

Other concerns include poverty and inequality and extreme weather events.

Mainland, Middle East may drive Hong Kong IPO market in 2025

The city’s benchmark stock index is headed for its first annual gain since 2019.

China’s payment system gets boost from renminbi rise

African SMEs get the same level of service as large companies under a more open China. 

Top 50 list shows worsening dip in Singapore’s insurance premiums

The thriving nonlife business offset life insurance’s poor showing in 2023.

Indonesia told to tap communities in clean energy transition

Solar and wind power managed by villages could generate 96 million jobs over 25 years.

Hong Kong Residency rule could boost office sector

The ultra-rich are also expected to set up family offices in the city.

Exceptional leadership and innovation celebrated at Malaysia Management Excellence Awards 2024

The awards programme honoured Malaysia's leading businesses and trailblazers who have demonstrated exceptional skill in driving success within their companies.