APAC
Asia’s economic growth expected despite China slowdown, higher geopolitical risk
Asia’s economic growth expected despite China slowdown, higher geopolitical risk
The region is expected to account for 60% of the global economy in 2024, EIU reported.
Market cap of top insurers climbs in Q4, first three months in ‘choppy’ waters
Demand for life and cyber coverage, China's reopening, and the adoption of insurtech could drive the industry forward.
Online grocery sales growth slows in Asia
A significant decline in basket sizes were seen in Malaysia and India.
Around 3 in 5 energy CEOs prioritise AI investment
They have concerns about ethical practices such as plagiarism and data protection.
January renewals show upbeat market, capital to rise
Last year was profitable for reinsurers with returns almost reaching 20%.
APAC nuclear operational capacity reaches 132 GW
China has the most consistent performance in terms of nuclear capacity.
Excess of loss pricing in APAC reverts to pre-2023 levels amid market stabilisation
The renewal season reflects significant changes in market conditions compared to the previous year.
Disinformation and misinformation are top risks in 2024 – WEF
Two-thirds of experts anticipate a multipolar or fragmented order in the next 10 years.
EY’s Chow Sang Hoe advocates businesses' roles in socio-economic development through collaboration, innovation, ESG
The EY Managing Partner shared key drivers for successful digital transformation, emphasising leadership, clear strategy, cultural change, employee engagement, and communication.
Bridging tradition and transformation: Deloitte Partner Murali Samy provides perspectives on navigating Malaysia's business future
Dive into the heart of Asia's bustling business landscape with Audit Partner Murali Samy as he shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities that define this dynamic economic hub.
Deloitte’s Lloydon Leong highlights generative AI’s impact, explores challenges of establishing effective governance
Lloydon who is a Director at the Risk Advisory practice in the Malaysia firm shares insights into the challenges and opportunities of adopting technology for excellence, emphasising the crucial role of effective governance in ensuring scalable and responsible use of AI.
Victor Cheong of RSM pushes for changing mindsets, navigating technology’s role in organisational growth
Victor advocated for embracing AI whilst preserving the irreplaceable human touch, offering his perspective on the role of technology in sustaining organisational relevance.
Shift to modern grocery consumption slows down
This trend, however, is not observed in Malaysia and Thailand.
Reinsurance likely to face ‘cyclical and structural change’ in 2024: Howden
In other aspects, supply has met the demand for insurance products – a shift from recent market volatility.
How 2024 will spark financial services innovation in Southeast Asia
The future belongs to firms who seize the potential of transformative technologies to shape the next generation of financial services.
SHEIN customers prefer circularity in clothing choices
Reselling of clothes and secondhand items has become a reliable habit among SHEIN users.
AI poised to be the ‘ultimate marketing assistant’
It can help in content creation and other low-impact tasks.
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