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Large hospitals outperform in Thailand as overseas patients drive profits in Q1: research
UOB Kay Hian said the rest of 2023 will be challenging for the entire healthcare sector.
The Calmer Co. eyes global market share with kava innovation
CEO Anthony Noble explains the recent alliance with CJ Patel Group and the push to modernise kava into popular juices.
Businesses in Asia Pacific strive to enhance TPRM to overcome complex challenges
Moody’s expert Choon Hong Chua suggests strategies for navigating geopolitical disruptions and exhorts top-level corporate support for TPRM.
What Gen Zs want: 20% prefer unemployment than work for non-inclusive firms
Six in 10 Gen Zs said they need a firm that backs equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Third-party risk management challenges persist in APAC: KPMG
85% of businesses view third-party risk management as a strategic priority, but many still struggle to establish fit-for-purpose programmes.
Singapore’s total merchandise trade down 7.8% in Q1
EnterpriseSingapore foresees that exports will decline 10% to 8%.
Telco company and global tech firm form JV to launch digital telco brands
e&international will also benefit from digital expertise and global operations.
Only 30% of Singaporeans trust financial institutions, amongst the lowest in the region
In Hong Kong, Australia, and Singapore, less than half of the customers express trust in their banks.
8 in 10 biz leaders stress urgent need to cultivate ‘AI Mindset’ amongst employees
Microsoft said employees will need new skills like prompt engineering in their daily work.
5 key APAC economies will drive global growth in 2023: Euromonitor
China, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines lead the way in outpacing global growth despite elevated inflation and economic uncertainty.
Three in four people in Hong Kong struggling with expensive healthcare: survey
A survey showed the majority of residents are concerned about the affordability of healthcare in Hong Kong.
adidas sees ‘better-than-expected’ growth in China despite 9% revenue decline
The company recorded ‘flattish sales’ and a small operating profit overall.
Jollibee net income drops by 10% in Q1
Its net income attributable to equity holders stood at P2.1b (US$37.6m).
Azure Power names new CEO
He will assume the position on 10 July 2023.
Japan, France strengthen nuclear cooperation
They will push for discussions on policy measures and cooperation on technological development.
South Korea, US to reinforce clean energy partnership
The cooperation prioritises policies and planning, and technologies, amongst others.
Commentary
ASEAN businesses should not underestimate opportunities 'Down Under'