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APAC energy producers to gain, refiners to face cost pressure amidst Iran conflict
APAC energy producers to gain, refiners to face cost pressure amidst Iran conflict
Energy exporters in Australia, Indonesia and Malaysia could see stronger revenues.
Fitch: APAC utilities equipped to withstand immediate energy shock rom Iran crisis
Most regional energy firms are shielded by diversified fuel sources and cost pass‑through.
Offshore wind rebound and solar expansion propel APAC’s renewable growth
Grid investment rose as hybrid projects and financing structures expand.
Commercial building vulnerabilities expose Hong Kong to cybercrime risks
Report cites 75% of organisations are operating building management systems with known flaws.
First MINISO LAND in Malaysia brings over 100 IPs
The store features 15 interactive zones.
Singapore’s finance sector lifts business sentiment as index hits 53.4
Business Sentiment Index climbed 1.2 points in Q4 2025, ending a six-month slide.
Global prescription drugs market to reach $2.26t by 2034
The Asia Pacific region is projected to register the fastest growth rate.
CLD, Climate Group launch SG’s first market-wide concrete benchmark
The framework will guide the industry in choosing lower-carbon options.
Singapore investment-linked products grab 44% of new life business
LIA Singapore logged $5.2b weighted premiums in 2025 up 11.3% on 2024.
Agentic AI cuts drug development timelines: report
Healthcare GenAI market seen growing to $22b by 2027.
Biopharma firms face $275b patent cliff as returns stall
BCG says pricing pressure, tariffs, and MFN policies are reshaping business models.
Fukuoka rises as key gateway to Japan for Hong Kong businesses
The city offers subsidies to R&D-heavy sectors like IT, medicine, and energy.
Telcos face valuation gap as AI promises margin lift
BCG projected a 3% annual revenue increase for the largest listed telco operators.
Telcos eye 10% cost cut with procurement overhaul, says BCG
Generative AI aids telecoms in reducing procurement expenses.
APAC battery construction to hit $45.4b by 2027 despite slowdown in execution
EVs and energy storage systems demand will drive regional growth.
China powers Asia’s lead in 5G SA accessibility
China reported more than 10 million 5G advanced subscribers.
Indonesia life premiums fall 1.1% in 9M 2025 despite coverage jump
Insured lives climbed 12.8% to 151.56 million by September 2025.
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