APAC
Hongkong Land’s Q1 2025 underlying profit ‘in line’ YoY
The group’s net debt reduced to US$4.9b.
Delfi Limited’s EBITDA down 27.2% to $21.9m in Q1 on lower sales in Indonesia
Higher cocoa bean prices continue to weigh on chocolate manufacturers globally.
Mermaid Maritime posts $7.7m profit loss in Q1
Revenue for the period rose 33% YoY.
Asia Pacific investment volume drops 18% in Q1 2025
The region recorded US$26.4b in total real estate investment during the quarter, down 18% YoY.
COTD: Singapore ranks among lowest for data centre vacancy
It ranked 10th globally.
Trump’s trade reboot clouds APAC outlook, CRE holds for now: report
APAC entered 2025 with economic momentum: Q1 GDP growth came in at 3.9%, matching pre-Trump levels.
Taipei Cycle 2025 to feature nearly 1,000 exhibitors
Singapore ranked amongst the top five buyer countries at last year's event.
MSIG USA expands political risk insurance with Asia partnership
This combines MSIG USA’s underwriting expertise with regional market knowledge.
Cynosure Aesthetics and Medical APAC Services wins Healthcare Asia Medtech Awards 2024
PicoSure® Pro takes picosecond laser technology to unprecedented levels of performance.
Digital wealth advisory Endowus introduces OTP verification
There’s also a Whatsapp OTP verification for customers logging in overseas.
Great Eastern’s FY 2024 earnings surge 30% YoY
EPS was at S$2.10.
CapitaLand unveils Community Resilience Initiative
The initiative will operate across China, India, Singapore, and Vietnam.
S’pore firms prioritise sustainability and employee welfare amidst rising costs: UOB
Besides rising costs, limited awareness and resources hinder firm progress.
Prudential to potentially list India-based ICICI Pru AMC
The net proceeds will be returned to shareholders if followed through.
Singapore named 9th best city for fintech startups globally
Bangalore ranked 5th and New Delhi was 10th globally.
StashAway sees investment deposits double in 2024
Its HNW and emerging HNW were more likely to invest in a diversified portfolio.
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