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Singapore job postings fall 4.5% to five-year low in February
Singapore job postings fall 4.5% to five-year low in February
Demand remains high in ‘pharmacy’ and ‘sports’.
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DHL scales automation in Vietnam logistics operations
Automation and infrastructure support high-tech shifts.
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CVF bloc leads solar uptake, surpassing US in electrotech transition
Solar imports run 3x above official capacity in eight of 10 countries.
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Beauty industry adopts upcycled materials as ethical purchasing influences choices
Nearly half of beauty consumers prioritize ethical and eco-friendly products.
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Greater China manufacturing expands in March despite rising input costs
PMI rebounds as new orders and output rise, whilst purchase prices hit its highest level since 2022.
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New Zealand cards slated for 1.8% growth as fee caps spur use
Rewards, discounts, and flexible payment schemes.
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APAC mobile services market to surpass $347b by 2030 on 5G Boom
Mobile data dominated revenue as usage doubles and voice income declines across the region, GlobalData says.
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Singapore manufacturing momentum eases in March but PMI still signals expansion
SIPMM notes positive outlook despite slower expansion and geopolitical uncertainties, led by electronics sector demand.
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APAC dominates turbine market as OECD curbs coal installs
The region is expected to hold 76.9% of global steam turbine share in 2025.
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Property investment sales hit $15.4b in Q1 as market strength rolls over from 2025
Knight Frank maintained a full-year forecast at $30b despite geopolitical uncertainties.
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Starbucks eyes 20,000 China stores as Boyu Capital takes majority stake
Starbucks retains 40% ownership and continues to own and license its brand.
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Investment banking fees hit three-year high in Q1 as M&A value surges
LSEG data showed fees rose 8.2% to $240.9m, whilst deal values jumped to a record $66.6b despite lower volumes.
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Why 47% of insurers see competition forcing finance change
Regulatory shifts, consumer demands and expansion plans also ranked amongst the top pressures.
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Vietnam retail shifts to AI-driven decision ecosystems
AI tools are also reshaping how shoppers choose products across retail channels.
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China PMIs rebounded on holiday distortions: study
The March rise does not signal recovery.
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ASEAN factory growth cools to six-month low in March
PMI falls to 51.8 as price pressures surge.
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Philippines factory growth slows as costs jump in March
PMI falls to 51.3.
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