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3 in 5 Singaporeans worried they can’t afford vital medical care
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.
Asia-Pacific surpasses pre-pandemic aviation capacity
The growing middle class fuels regional flight demand.
Indonesia’s MedTech import market hit $3.28b in 2024
The market rebounded by 77.8% after contracting to $1.79b in 2022.
TikTok launches 'Lead Genie' AI chatbot
When businesses reply within three minutes, conversions can increase by 2.2 times.
Stable JC&C profit seen in 2025 as non-Astra gains balance weaker Astra
Translation gains and portfolio strength underpin earnings outlook
How Japan can unlock offshore wind potential
It must optimise evaluation criteria, focusing on realistic price limits.
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.
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.
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.
How premiums surged 42% in Taiwan’s foreign-currency market in August
Investment-linked insurance products generated $1.4b during the month.
Corporate funding for energy storage down 36% in 9M
Funding decreased to $11.2b.
Online sellers outpace discount chains as Australians chase cheaper deals: report
Kmart (58%) and Big W (45%) remain the top brands linked with low prices.
APAC eyes fastest growth in global companion diagnostics market
Thanks to the rapid development of localised solutions in China, Japan, and India.
Smart grid corporate funding up 40% in 9M
Venture capital funding also increased in the same period.
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