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Japan's US$158b M&A wave moves away from China toward ASEAN and US
Japan's US$158b M&A wave moves away from China toward ASEAN and US
Buying a Japanese firm gives Western buyers indirect exposure to Southeast Asia without investing directly in the region.
Singapore dominates SEA PE dealmaking in Q1: report
The city-state accounted for 94% of regional deal value, driven by megadeals in data centres and education.
Singapore rises to 8th in Kearney FDI confidence ranking
Chinese firms boost spending as investors favour neutral hubs.
Singapore equity funding surges 100% to hit $3.0b in H2 2025
Total deal count rose slightly to 154 transactions compared to 148 in the previous year.
From alps to algorithms: Why Asia must wake up to Switzerland’s Deep Tech Surge
Despite its modest size, Switzerland punches far above its weight in the deep tech arena.
Private investments still appeal to Asians despite measured optimism
Geopolitics and geoeconomics were the top considerations influencing investors' outlook.
What will drive Singapore to double its stock market value by 2030?
Singapore could even rank closer to peers like Taiwan and Australia.
Could cash be making a comeback in Singapore wealth plans?
Also, over a third expect to grow their exposure to alternative investments.
Racial harmony bill unlikely to choke ethnic fundraising
Disclosure requirements are not meant to stifle the operations of racial groups.
Cautious VCs turn to Series A startups
Early-stage startups in Hong Kong have raised $23.3m this year.
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.
Chinese officials focus on policies to attract more foreign investors
As part of the initiative, the government has lifted all restrictions on manufacturing sector access.
Thailand investment application soars to record high since 2015
This is the highest level recorded since 2015.
APAC companies gain $550b market capitalisation in Q3
This was driven by China’s fiscal stimulus.
Securitisation seen as key for Singapore developers to enhance returns
DBS said restructuring could increase valuations by at least 20%.
APAC’s EV infrastructure market to grow at 13.5% by 2029
Challenges include distribution and overabundance of chargers.
New debt rules may boost appeal of Singapore REITs
The higher debt and interest ratios would let them compete better with regional peers.
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