Southeast Asia

SEA's digital economy to reach $263b in gross merchandise value

Key drivers include increased digital engagement and monetisation strategies.

SEA's digital economy to reach $263b in gross merchandise value

Key drivers include increased digital engagement and monetisation strategies.

Carmakers to invest over $20b in EV production facilities in South and Southeast Asia

This is advantageous for Chinese manufacturers who aim to diversify operations.

Universities named key players in boosting SEA startup economy

Schools are supporting student-led ventures through incubation programmes.

APAC firms eye boosting tech investments by 20% in 2025

Generative AI investments are expected to rise to 34% in 2024.

Bank-fintech alliance a win-win— HSBC digital chief

Lenders can learn from disruptive tech whilst aiding its champions comply with regulations.

Southeast Asia’s insurtech sector hits $2.4b in 2023

It was mainly driven by Singlife’s merger with Aviva Singapore.

State firms dominate Southeast Asia’s pumped hydro development

Indonesia’s Perusahaan Listrik Negara is the region’s top developer.

Southeast Asia’s pumped hydro capacity to reach 18 GW by 2033

The sector’s investment will reach between $12b to $70b.

Watsons invests $250M for 6,000 new and upgraded stores in Asia

75% of the stores in the region will offer customers upgraded experiences.

Southeast Asia's gas-fired capacity set to double: report

However, GEM said the region’s growing demand could be met by renewable energy.

Why BNPL is booming in Southeast Asia

BNPL providers in the region now focus on strategic partnerships, business model innovation, and ecosystem development.

Half of Asian consumers prioritise inner beauty in F&B choices

43% of Asian consumers are highly inclined to buy products endorsed by social media influencers.

How Southeast Asia can unlock its biogas potential

The region only has around one gigawatt of capacity with Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia leading in terms of production.

ASEAN solar, wind capacity up 20% in 2023

Around 23 GW of renewable energy projects are expected to come online by 2025.

Select life insurers show strong profitability – Fitch Ratings

Operating profitability of insurers from Hong Kong, Singapore, and Thailand pose with sound mortality gains and favourable investment returns.