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Catastrophe insurers risk losses as protection gap persists

Fitch said unmet demand remains a major challenge for insurers and reinsurers.
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Consumers ‘quiet quit’ unreliable brands rather than post bad reviews

Over half would stop purchasing products or services entirely.
3 days ago

Metro buyers make up 75% of India home loan cover sales

Demand from non-metro areas has accelerated over the last 2 months.
4 days ago

South Korean firms seek insurance amidst workplace injury risks

Aon said 64.3% of organisations have plans for work-related injuries.
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Middle East conflict threatens APAC banks with $180b losses

S&P says 92% of regional lenders still hold stable outlooks despite growing uncertainty.
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Asia battery storage investment held back by execution risks: DLA Piper

China ranks amongst the world's top three markets as investors seek greater certainty.
6 days ago

Asia watch claims jump 21% as theft rises

The global average increase was lower at 17% over the past three years.
6 days ago

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.
6 days ago

Nearly all companies view disorderly climate transition as risk; 40% call it critical

About 47% expressed low confidence in transition preparedness.
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Malaysia mobile revenue may hit $6.3b in 2030 as data offsets voice decline

Voice revenue is projected to contract 1% annually.
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APAC industrial deal volumes seen rising 2% in 2026— PwC

India and Southeast Asia are expected to attract manufacturing investment.

Allianz says $125b in cargo remains stranded in Gulf

Hull and cargo premiums increased during the conflict.

East Asia lags in sustainability investment, report finds

Six in 10 firms still cite sustainability as a moderate competitive advantage.

Japan yields rise as BOJ exits rate controls

Market-driven rates increase volatility and pressure banks and capital flows.

Thailand’s IoT revenue growth trails subscription uptake, GlobalData says

IoT subscriptions to reach 12% of mobile base by 2030 as adoption outpaces revenue.

Indonesian fixed telecom market to reach $1.4b by 2030 as landlines disconnect

Subscribers are shifting from traditional landlines to app-based communications.