In Focus

The higher debt and interest ratios would let them compete better with regional peers.

Over a fifth of respondents had not anticipated their retirement expenses.

Paying the city-state’s architects just right will hopefully stop the brain drain.

Its manufacturing and tourism rebound will spur demand for industrial and high-street shops.

Nearly a third of respondents predicted price hikes of more than 5%.

The city-state’s remaining 6,500 shophouses are in high demand amongst the ultra-rich.

Converted hotels and industrial estates offer investors a lifeline.

Solar PV costs dropped in 2023, becoming 56% cheaper than fossil fuel and nuclear options.

The awards programmes honoured homegrown and international companies that showcased excellent initiatives and technological advancements across the region.

Tech ventures must obtain dozens of permits and wait weeks for approval.

The average premium earned by these companies grew by just 1.3%.

Insurance premiums for cyber policies rose by 70% from 2020 to 2022.

About 1,500 lingering and 23 overboarding INEDS in 810 and 181 firms are in the spotlight.

Winning companies were honoured at the Awards Ceremony in Bangkok, Thailand on 5 September 2024.

The five-year average annual loss is at $106b.

Countries must attract investments to advance their clean energy goals.