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Generative AI in healthcare to hit $30.4b by 2032 on imaging boom
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.
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Consumers increasingly rely on AI for financial decisions
About 49% of respondents have used AI to assist with savings and investment decisions.
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Matcha shortage spurs calls for stricter rules as counterfeits rise
Clear origin labels and tougher import checks help curb risks.
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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.
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Indian consumers amongst most optimistic in Asia as 75% expect higher income
Around 73% of consumers plan to increase spending on groceries.
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Singapore retail weakens as costs rise and demand falls in Q1
A softer economic and employment outlook continues to dampen retail demand.
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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.
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Underinsurance leaves APAC economies to absorb $69b losses
At least 15 events each caused damage exceeding $1b across the region.
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Finance sector cements dominance over Philippines ICT market
GlobalData says the sector will hold the top end use position through 2029.
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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.
Beijing retail outlook 2026 hinges on consumer confidence recovery
Retail recovery remains linked to broader economic conditions.
Selective retail transactions favour prime high street locations in Seoul
Tourism recovery is driving foot traffic and supporting key retail corridors.
Online shopping boom drives Malaysia e-commerce growth momentum
Major sales events boost online transactions.
Ho Chi Minh City retail shifts toward experiential formats despite cautious spending
International and lifestyle brands continued expanding.
China smartphone shipments fall 3.3% as Huawei, Apple gain
Premium demand supports margins despite supply and cost pressures.
Experiential concepts gain traction in Greater Kuala Lumpur retail scene
International retailers continued to enter the market.
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