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India's health insurance market to surpass US
India's health insurance market to surpass US
The sector has the potential to grow 18% to 20% in the next two decades.
Thailand cybersecurity job market sees 15% growth in 10 years
Specific talents are needed by businesses in Thailand to safeguard their digital frontiers.
Japan's economy to gain from removing STEM barriers for women
IMF study highlights potential 20% productivity boost by eliminating gender-based obstacles in STEM fields.
Asian economies at higher financial risk from climate hazard intensification, warns report
The Swiss Re Institute emphasised insurance’s role in risk mitigation.
Optimism remains despite high rates and M&A uncertainties: Clyde & Co.
Challenges persist from 2023, even on Hong Kong’s new capital regime.
China launches world's first 6G test satellite
The low-earth orbit satellite offers low latency and high data transfer rates.
China Life Insurance to see 45% YoY profit slump – Nomura
China Life is the only insurer Nomura covers that has adopted the transition plan for the new accounting standards (IFRS) for insurance contracts.
Rise in tech stocks drive market concentration concerns
The ten largest stocks in the S&P 500 index constitute over 30% of the market, with tech stocks staging a comeback.
Six strategies that will keep FMCG firms afloat amidst turbulent times
Businesses should transform their portfolio and adopt “purposeful societal impact.”
E-angpaos sent in CNY tripled in 2024: OCBC
The $100 amount is the most popular e-angpao amount this year.
Dassault Systèmes leads manufacturing into a future of digital, sustainable designs
Leaders at the 3DEXPERIENCE WORLD 2024 in Dallas discuss the integration of AI and simulation into design processes.
Sanitation workforce faces unequal job conditions
There are disparities in sanitation industry employment and solutions for equitable job conditions.
Why Asia’s cosmetics industry needs social commerce to drive growth
Social commerce in various platforms such as TikTok and Facebook is popular in the region.
APAC bond trading navigates volatility with sharpe ratio and liquidity
From an investment perspective, there are different metrics to look at.
Chaudhary Group focuses on digital and green future in 54th WEF
Nirvana Chaudhary outlines strategic shifts in sustainability and digital banking at the World Economic Forum.
APAC labour participation rate continues to decline
Socio-economic progress and education are the key drivers.
Budget 2024: 3 tax strategies to offset BEPS 2.0 effects
Should the directive be implemented, selected MNEs will be subject to a global minimum tax of 15%.
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