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APAC to see $15b investment in CCS over next decade

Australia, Malaysia and Indonesia are emerging hubs for carbon capture.

Japanese insurers eye profit from hikes in fire and auto insurance

FY24 profit targets exceeded Jefferies’ forecasts.

Hong Kong retail sales drop 14.7% in April

The sharp decline was mainly attributed to the timing of the Easter holidays.

HK insurers’ Q1 premiums mounts $22b in premiums

On a year-on-year basis, it climbed 12.2%.

ASEAN region attracts soaring overseas business interest

Foreign direct investment surges as businesses seek ASEAN expansion.

High costs and delays make SMRs a risky bet for energy transition

The price of a China SMR project was triple its initial projections.

Southeast Asia's gas-fired capacity set to double: report

However, GEM said the region’s growing demand could be met by renewable energy.

Global online retail sales to reach $6.8t in 2028: Forrester

About 76% of global retail sales will still occur offline in 2028, amounting to $21.9t. 

How AI-powered diagnostics can elevate patient outcomes

A report revealed that AI-powered tools utilise advanced algorithms for a personalised approach.

Why retailers need to scale AI investments

Gen AI significantly boosts productivity and cuts industry-wide costs.

How Grandtag secures the bag for Asia’s richest

Grandtag Financial’s regional CEO spills how ‘jumbo life insurance’ attracts UHNWIs in Asia.

Landmark Partnership: Ecopark joins Kempinski Hotels and Kengo Kuma to Create Luxurious Blue Zone Retreat

Vietnam: In a historic collaboration between Ecopark, Kempinski Hotels, and the renowned architect Kengo Kuma have entered a partnership that promises to redefine luxury living in the Southeast Asian nation.

Pet insurance market set to reach $40.2b by 2033

In the region, China and India have the largest pet population.