APAC
Asia poised to be the center of the E2W revolution
Asia poised to be the center of the E2W revolution
China may account for 53% of sales of electric two-wheelers (E2W) in 2021, but India and Indonesia are fast-growing markets.
Digitalisation, decarbonisation drive M&A deals in APAC
In Q1, technology, media and telecom (TMT) was the busiest sector in the Asia Pacific by volume with 622 deals.
Auction houses thrive on Asian millennials’ art-buying power
Millennials are seen to be particularly drawn to contemporary art as growth for Christie’s, Sotheby’s, and Phillips are highly anticipated in art hubs Hong Kong and Singapore.
Standard Chartered to cut jobs in Singapore, Hong Kong: report
The bank reportedly aims to save about $1.35b by 2024.
7 generative AI strategies for in-store management without replacing humans
Marketing and e-commerce specialists said generative AI can be used as a chatbot and trainer for store managers, and businesses that do not have the tech will fall behind.
Asia’s biggest gathering of food experts returns to Taiwan this June
The 3-day event will feature foreign exhibitors from 25 markets, including Singapore.
Rethinking fintech growth with a product-led approach
As we continue to experience economic uncertainty across the world, the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region hasn’t been spared from the volatility.
Consumers crave human connection amidst era of automation
Businesses should balance automation with personal care, says Euromonitor International.
Chart of the Day: APAC sees strong hiring intentions
Hiring intentions (+27%) improved by 2 points since the last quarter.
The race to gender equity for Asia’s startups
New study finds that 75% of women in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region want to learn new tech skills. Similarly, 74% of women in Singapore want to upskill, but more than 54% cite lack of time as the greatest barrier.
Three ways retailers can serve ‘budgeteers’
A budgeteer is someone who is not willing to spend more than necessary.
Top 3 cross-border destinations retailers eye for expansion
Hong Kong and Singapore are tied for second place.
Real estate investment volumes in APAC to fall 5%-10% in 2023
In 2022, volume declined by 25%.
Teo, WTO director-general seek growth, inclusiveness of digital economy
The joint statement on e-commerce sets rules on the global digital economy.
53% of APAC CEOs believe their business models will not survive within the next decade
Asia Pacific CEOs eye three changes in their business models.
8 investment ideas to achieve affluence in the year of prosperity
Financial experts said active portfolio management is crucial amidst economic uncertainties.
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