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QSR brands double down on consistency as price increases hit limits across Asia
QSR brands double down on consistency as price increases hit limits across Asia
Frequent pricing swings strain loyalty as consumers tire of ongoing market changes.
Gov’t eyes mandatory green plates for EVs to manage fire risks
Authorities have started a month-long consultation on three EV plate designs for first responder visibility.
Actis anchors green push via 90% stake in 800 Super
The Singapore-based firm provides waste management and public cleaning.
Papa Johns scales regional push with localised campaigns and product launches
Collaborations with influencers and brand ambassadors enhance visibility.
Southeast Asia QSRs must brace for tourism-driven demand shifts
The recent decline in Middle Eastern visitors has had a measurable impact on SEA markets.
Grab to buy foodpanda Taiwan for $767.08m in first non-SEA move
The company will operate across 21 cities in the country.
Singapore firms face world’s highest ransomware risk
Mid-year conferences made it a prime global target.
Over 2 in 5 pessimistic on job opportunities as most firms face skill gaps
Less than half (47%) of professionals felt secure in their roles.
Khen Energy unit to build another 10-MW battery project in Sri Lanka
It is expected to start operation within nine months.
How CHAGEE turned menu cuts into a growth engine across Asia
At the core of CHAGEE’s strategy is an effort to reposition tea as a lifestyle product.
Core inflation rises to 1.4% in February
Headline CPI eases to 1.2% as housing and transport soften.
AEM teams with ASE on AI test push, raises $12m
Placement and warrants deepen semiconductor partnership.
SIA to launch daily Hangzhou flights from 1 June
Route expands mainland China network to nine destinations.
ASAS flags rise in AI-related ad feedback in 2025
Total complaints fell, but Gen AI cases more than doubled.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 2.17%; Top stock is Sembcorp
Sembcorp Industries is the top stock with a 2.60% increase.
High Court bars Standard Chartered and BSI from BVI winding-up applications
The liquidators may pursue pre-UNCITRAL transactions claims.
Hongkong Land takes 10.8% stake in Suntec REIT for $541m
The group bought the interest at a discount of $2.03 per unit.
Commentary
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