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APAC companies gain $550b market capitalisation in Q3
APAC companies gain $550b market capitalisation in Q3
This was driven by China’s fiscal stimulus.
Australians can save $948 annually with pet insurance: Mozo
Rottweiler owners could save the most by as much as $1,959 per year.
Surge in demand for clean label products drives innovation in APAC
This extends beyond food and beverages to personal care and household products.
Prabowo's cabinet picks: Five economic powerhouses set to drive Indonesia's growth
They aim to boost investor confidence with proven leaders in finance and key sectors.
Thailand’s wage hike plan raises concerns for SMEs' future
The plan is to increase the minimum wage to 400 THB.
China raises debt ceilings with measures to address hidden debt
China's MOF has said that it would "raise debt ceilings" to help swap out hidden debt.
2024 insured losses exceed decade average at $108b
Total economic losses for the first three quarters reached ~$280b.
Taiwan insurers to raise fresh equity amidst new capital requirement
The new standard also raised compliance risks for insurers.
APAC must triple energy transition investments to meet 2050 net zero goal
The region needs US$2.3t by 2030.
APAC’s real estate cross-border investment reaches $47.6b
Data centres dominated the market, capturing 46% of investments.
APAC reinsurance market sees stable pricing in 2024
Although, extreme weather and NatCats could disrupt current pricing stability.
Asia’s business insolvencies to rise by 3% in 2024
If excluding China, it could rise by 8%.
New EU directive demands stricter accountability in supply chains
Asia risks market access if they do not comply.
Capacity and rate challenges continue to affect Asia air freight
In China, air freight cargo volumes have softened.
Only 28% of APAC insurers prepared for AI shift
Half of insurers attribute poor customer experience to limited technology adoption.
APAC insurers trim equity risks, increase capital efficiency: Moody's
APAC P&C insurers face different risks compared to their US counterparts.
APAC’s EV infrastructure market to grow at 13.5% by 2029
Challenges include distribution and overabundance of chargers.