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ASEAN factory growth cools to six-month low in March
PMI falls to 51.8 as price pressures surge.
Philippines factory growth slows as costs jump in March
PMI falls to 51.3.
Singapore maintains zero chief HR officer turnover for two years running
The city-state also saw two COO appointments in 2025.
Cards lead SG's payments market in 2025 as wallets and A2A gain ground
It held 44% of e-commerce and 40% of POS spend.
Healthcare IoT industry poised for $556.7b boom by 2032
It will be driven by growing investments in digital technology adoption.
More than half of employees turn to AI for work advice
Trust in executives fell, whilst managers gained trust.
Aftermarket service gaps threaten competitiveness of Japanese manufacturers
Service operations can generate higher margins and stable revenue, but firms underperform globally.
Japan LNG costs poised to rise as JKM doubles on Middle East tensions, says IEEFA
Asia–Europe competition for LNG cargoes also contributes to higher import costs.
Australian retailers cut jobs as fuel and supply chain costs surge
Businesses are warning of possible closures.
Retail trade sales in Taiwan climbs to $11.96b in February
Sales in the wholesale trade reached $34.97b.
Premium fashion, seasonal collections boost designer apparel sales
E-commerce platforms are also further boosting accessibility.
Singapore health premiums jump 14.8% in February
The increase reflects a long-term repricing cycle rather than seasonal demand.
Firms split on green growth, peak oil timelines, Bain says
Executives are pivoting towards transition-oriented investments in their local regions.
Southeast Asia races to redesign energy security amidst ME conflict, report says
All six markets have announced nuclear ambitions for 2030 to 2037.
Automation threatens 43% of insurance tasks by 2030
Nearly all insurers are speeding up adoption as technology reshapes operational models.
APRA warns climate risks could leave 1 in 4 homes uninsured
The regulator assessed two severe scenarios covering weather losses and transition costs through to 2050.
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