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Energy prices rise 24% as oil supply drops 10 million barrels a day
Energy prices rise 24% as oil supply drops 10 million barrels a day
Strait of Hormuz disruption triggers largest oil shock since 2022, driving global price gains.
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China drives 76% of coal mine methane emissions
Ember says global emissions remain steady.
6 hours ago
Hyderabad retail strengthens as new malls and brand entry fuel growth
Rents increased across Prime Suburbs.
23 hours ago
New spending powerhouse Gen Alpha pushes brands to rethink Asia market strategy
Gen Alpha-linked household spending in Asia reached $9t in 2025.
23 hours ago
China and India cut fossil power as renewables overtake coal in 2025
Asia energy mix shifts as global coal generation drops by 63 TWh.
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Asia faces highest infrastructure losses from extreme weather
Blended finance could help unlock investment.
1 day ago
Generative AI in healthcare to hit $30.4b by 2032 on imaging boom
Asia-Pacific is expected to register the highest compound annual growth rate.
1 day ago
Consumers increasingly rely on AI for financial decisions
About 49% of respondents have used AI to assist with savings and investment decisions.
2 days ago
Matcha shortage spurs calls for stricter rules as counterfeits rise
Clear origin labels and tougher import checks help curb risks.
2 days ago
4 in 5 Filipino women say caregiving role halts financial security building
Just 27% say they have enough means to support themselves beyond age 90.
6 days ago
Indian consumers amongst most optimistic in Asia as 75% expect higher income
Around 73% of consumers plan to increase spending on groceries.
Singapore retail weakens as costs rise and demand falls in Q1
A softer economic and employment outlook continues to dampen retail demand.
High insurance costs limit Arctic shipping to niche cargo
Routes can cut sailing distance by up to 40% between Asia and Europe or North America.
Underinsurance leaves APAC economies to absorb $69b losses
At least 15 events each caused damage exceeding $1b across the region.
Finance sector cements dominance over Philippines ICT market
GlobalData says the sector will hold the top end use position through 2029.
China retail shifts to omnichannel as store expansion moderates in lower-tier cities
Leasing sentiment is improving in tier I cities.
Taiwan’s foreign-currency insurance sales jump 30% to $13.4b
Traditional policies generated about 83% of new premium revenue in 2025.
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