Staff Reporter

Millennials and Gen Zs drive surge in demand for RTD iced coffee

Approximately two billion cups of coffee are reportedly consumed globally each day. 

Philippine central bank simplifies FX policy for foreign investment registration

Foreign investments can now be registered upon registering at any authorized agent bank.

Weak home sales risk worsening Chinese banks' bad loans

Banks’ property loan exposure is expected to fall 6% amidst ongoing caution.

APAC payments gateway market to rise 30% as cashless economy expands

The market is expected to grow by over 11% between 2023-2027.

Financial firms lead LinkedIn’s top companies in Singapore

LinkedIn unveils companies list where professionals advance the most.

Japan's life insurers shift focus to domestic bonds: Report

In recent years, high hedging costs have kept insurers from investing in foreign debt.

Here's why global apparel and footwear sales growth have slowed

However, persistent inflation and supply chain disruptions continue to challenge the industry.

Gen Z's complex consumer behavior challenges businesses: Euromonitor


Whilst supporting social and environmental responsibility, Gen Z’s are reluctant to pay extra for these values, the report said.

Theta Edge Berhad secures Infrastructure Technology - Telecommunications win at Malaysia Technology Excellence Awards 2024

Its JENDELA enhanced Malaysia's national connectivity and telecommunications infrastructure, marking a major step forward in closing the country's digital divide.

OCBC Bank Malaysia lauded at Malaysia Technology Excellence Awards for Online FX

It has garnered RM4.6m in transactions three months after its launch.

F&B leads Asia Pacific retail activity

Sportswear and apparel followed closely as the second and third most active trades, respectively.

E-commerce giants outshine Facebook in SG marketplace safety ratings

In 2023, Singapore reported 9,783 e-commerce scam cases.

Payment cards hold 40% share in Singapore's e-commerce


The market is expected to hit $23.6b at a CAGR of 9.1% by 2028.

Conduct risk puts 54% of insurance CROs on high alert

38% of APAC insurers are implementing AI tools, higher than the global average of 22%.

Showcase your innovative brand initiatives at the Asian Experience Awards 2024

Nominate your company's outstanding brand experience initiative for a chance to be recognised amongst Asia's most innovative companies.