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How stable is Hong Kong’s insurance market?
Hong Kong saw $13.1b (HK$100.5b) in general insurance gross premiums for 2024.
Renewables to account for 73.3% of Aussie power generation by 2035
However, challenges may delay its 82% RE target by 2030.
Indonesia’s renewable energy capacity to reach 38.1 GW in 2035
Solar and onshore wind will lead the clean power capacity expansion.
Over 70% of companies utilise AI to derisk wind projects
The majority of executives surveyed plan to increase their investment.
Solar projects in India climbs 53.7% in 9M: Mercom
The country’s cumulative solar capacity stood at 125.5GW as of September.
Global renewable energy investment breach $800b in 2024
However, the growth of clean power slowed by 7.3% last year.
Pumped hydro key in PH’s clean energy shift
This technology offers long-duration storage for the country.
Singapore insurers face rising claims with medical costs set to climb
57% of insurers expect further increases in medical cost over the next three years.
HK top priority for Italian companies' Asia expansion: survey
93% believe Hong Kong can effectively support their future Asia expansion plans.
Western Union and TenPay Global launch co-branded store in Singapore
The two are partnering to bring an omni-channel remittance experience.
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%.
Why 4.5 million Australians skip insurance claims over premiums
The most commonly skipped claims were for home and car insurance.
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.
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.
Molecular spectroscopy market to be valued at $6.4b by 2034
Key sectors include pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
Workforce unreadiness undermines global AI investments
Despite heavy spending, firms face talent gaps, cultural resistance, and stalled AI adoption.
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