APAC
GIC divests 50% of Westfield Whitford City to JY Group for A$195m
GIC divests 50% of Westfield Whitford City to JY Group for A$195m
The acquisition marks JY Group's first joint venture with Scentre Group.
Aerospaced about the Aeroplex: Why global giants are landing in Mississippi County
The Aeroplex’s strategic location, expansive facilities, and growing influence in the industry are driving economic growth and positioning the region as a commercial operations powerhouse.
Yangzijiang to acquire 34% stake in Tsuneishi Group shipbuilding unit
The acquisition was valued at $152m.
Brands For Less integrates quality and affordability for all
Brands For Less continues to expand its reach, adhering to its commitment of making quality retail products accessible to consumers at an affordable cost.
Tan Chong posts HK$35.9m loss in H1 2024 as automotive sales drop sharply
It reversed its HK$126.9m net profit in H1 2023.
ESR completes first phase of US$2b data centre project in Nanko Kita
The first phase will provide 25MW of data centre capacity.
Elevate Your Meetings and Events in Jimbaran at Jimbaran Convention Center
Jimbaran, January 2024 - Unlock your ideas and discover meetings and events in an inspirational oceanfront function space at the Jimbaran Convention Center, the newest event venue in Jimbaran, Bali, ready to be the perfect place for hosting your remarkable events.
AIA’s net profit surges 47.2% YoY in H1 2024
EPS stood at $0.30.
Keppel, ADB, EnterpriseSG ink $1.048b energy transition deal for APAC
It also covers environmental sustainability projects in the region.
Allianz's H1 2024 solid, Income to reap double-digit ROI
Its net income surged double-digit YoY.
Adapting to the shifting paradigm of the fund ecosystem
In the current market environment marked by geopolitical tensions, slower economic growth, labour issues, inflation, fears of recession and higher interest rates, fund managers focusing on alternative investments (for example real estate, private equity, venture capital and infrastructure) are facing difficulties raising capital for new funds, portfolio exits, or refinancing current investments.
Asian collectors embrace newer artists, contemporary art to diversify collections
Japan’s Teppei Takeda and China’s Sun Yitian are amongst the emerging names in Asia.
Criteo GM cites retail media as a tool in enhancing customer journeys
It also drives conversion and loyalty of shoppers.
Singapore and Hong Kong team up to combat telecom scams
The parties will collaborate on three areas.
Chart of the Day: More firms reported payment delays last year
The share of Singapore firms with payment delays fell to 62% from 77%.
Asia Pacific’s family offices grow fastest worldwide as ultra-rich population rises: report
Family offices in Singapore nearly tripled between 2020 and 2022.
Securing wealth for generations through trust planning
Trusts offer a powerful tool to manage and protect your assets, ensuring they are distributed efficiently and privately to your loved ones for generations to come.
Commentary
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