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Why 4.5 million Australians skip insurance claims over premiums
Why 4.5 million Australians skip insurance claims over premiums
The most commonly skipped claims were for home and car insurance.
6 hours ago
3 in 5 Singaporeans can’t afford vital medical care
There is also uncertainty over where to seek treatment adds to the problem.
6 hours ago
Carbon emissions ratio to world GDP slides 1.6% in 2024: Fitch Ratings
It cited carbon emissions from emerging markets, which accounted for 70% of global emissions.
20 hours ago
Molecular spectroscopy market to be valued at $6.4b by 2034
Key sectors include pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
1 day ago
Asia-Pacific surpasses pre-pandemic aviation capacity
The growing middle class fuels regional flight demand.
1 day ago
Indonesia’s MedTech import market hit $3.28b in 2024
The market rebounded by 77.8% after contracting to $1.79b in 2022.
1 day ago
TikTok launches 'Lead Genie' AI chatbot
When businesses reply within three minutes, conversions can increase by 2.2 times.
2 days ago
Stable JC&C profit seen in 2025 as non-Astra gains balance weaker Astra
Translation gains and portfolio strength underpin earnings outlook
2 days ago
How Japan can unlock offshore wind potential
It must optimise evaluation criteria, focusing on realistic price limits.
2 days ago
Coliwoo expands co-living footprint as Singapore’s foreign population grows
Its hotel and serviced apartment-based properties offer stays as short as a night or week.
2 days ago
Employers in Asia see budgets strained as insurers tighten coverage
63% of insurers in Asia expect to cut coverage to manage rising costs in 2026.
3 days ago
Luxury brands risk stagnation without experience-led strategy: report
Two-thirds of luxury professionals surveyed said AI would improve their ability to target consumers more precisely.
3 days ago
How premiums surged 42% in Taiwan’s foreign-currency market in August
Investment-linked insurance products generated $1.4b during the month.
6 days ago
Corporate funding for energy storage down 36% in 9M
Funding decreased to $11.2b.
6 days ago
Online sellers outpace discount chains as Australians chase cheaper deals: report
Kmart (58%) and Big W (45%) remain the top brands linked with low prices.
6 days ago
APAC eyes fastest growth in global companion diagnostics market
Thanks to the rapid development of localised solutions in China, Japan, and India.
Smart grid corporate funding up 40% in 9M
Venture capital funding also increased in the same period.
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