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HK top priority for Italian companies' Asia expansion: survey
HK top priority for Italian companies' Asia expansion: survey
93% believe Hong Kong can effectively support their future Asia expansion plans.
1 day ago
Western Union and TenPay Global launch co-branded store in Singapore
The two are partnering to bring an omni-channel remittance experience.
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APAC leads global retail growth with 5% real spending rise
APAC is the most balanced omnichannel region globally, with store-based retail sales projected to grow 20.4%.
1 day ago
Why 4.5 million Australians skip insurance claims over premiums
The most commonly skipped claims were for home and car insurance.
2 days ago
3 in 5 Singaporeans worried they can’t afford vital medical care
There is also uncertainty over where to seek treatment adds to the problem.
2 days 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.
2 days ago
Molecular spectroscopy market to be valued at $6.4b by 2034
Key sectors include pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
3 days ago
Workforce unreadiness undermines global AI investments
Despite heavy spending, firms face talent gaps, cultural resistance, and stalled AI adoption.
3 days ago
Asia-Pacific surpasses pre-pandemic aviation capacity
The growing middle class fuels regional flight demand.
3 days ago
Indonesia’s MedTech import market hit $3.28b in 2024
The market rebounded by 77.8% after contracting to $1.79b in 2022.
4 days ago
TikTok launches 'Lead Genie' AI chatbot
When businesses reply within three minutes, conversions can increase by 2.2 times.
4 days ago
Stable JC&C profit seen in 2025 as non-Astra gains balance weaker Astra
Translation gains and portfolio strength underpin earnings outlook
4 days ago
How Japan can unlock offshore wind potential
It must optimise evaluation criteria, focusing on realistic price limits.
4 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.
4 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.
5 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.
5 days ago
How premiums surged 42% in Taiwan’s foreign-currency market in August
Investment-linked insurance products generated $1.4b during the month.
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