APAC

Prince Bank takes home Asian Management Excellence Awards for employee engagement initiative

The strategy focused on fostering a sense of belonging and strengthening team collaboration.

Prince Bank takes home Asian Management Excellence Awards for employee engagement initiative

The strategy focused on fostering a sense of belonging and strengthening team collaboration.

Exceptional leaders, innovators lauded at Asian Management Excellence Awards 2024

Winners were recognised at an awards presentation in Thailand on January 23.

Thai Life Insurance CEO bags Executive of the Year at Asian Management Excellence Awards

The company believes that the most important thing for success is not what changed, but how it will become sustainable.

Why investors will still put their money on commercial real estate despite headwinds 

Two in five investors’ allocations to real estate exceeded targets in 2023.

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.