SoftBank plunged more than 8% as a global tech sell-off – echoing steep losses on Wall Street – swept through markets. The rout reflected rising investor anxiety that lofty valuations …
Southeast Asia is fast becoming a hotspot for AI-Singapore’s EDB is leading the charge, channeling investment, cultivating talent, and igniting innovation to accelerate digital transformation and strengthen the region’s economic …
S&P says Malaysia is emerging as a standout among Asia-Pacific markets in the AI tech boom. Rising investor confidence and booming semiconductor demand are fueling a rally on the KLSE …
Zhipu, China’s breakout AI star, is pulling in billions from top investors. Leveraging open-source software, it’s rapidly emerging as a bold emblem of Beijing’s bid to challenge US dominance in …
Asian stock markets raced ahead of their US and European counterparts as booming AI demand ignited a fierce tech rally. Major indexes jumped, signaling a renewed wave of investor confidence, …
Asia Pacific’s technology, media and telecom sectors are being reshaped at speed. J.P. Morgan spotlights artificial intelligence, the roll-out of 5G and the surge in digital consumer platforms as the …
H&M is doubling down on the Philippines, accelerating investment to tap the country’s booming $15.8 billion “fashion‑hungry” market – a standout growth opportunity in Southeast Asia, Retail Asia reports
Nikkei has unveiled a new stock index that zeroes in on Japan’s booming entertainment sector. It tracks leading film, music, gaming and media companies as investors ride a pop‑culture-fueled growth …
Sun Life rode a booming Asia business to a sharp jump in quarterly profit, as rising insurance sales and robust investment gains more than offset softer results in North America
Thailand’s baht is back under the microscope as policymakers consider tighter controls, the SET’s near-term outlook cools, and Asia’s tech sector flashes mixed signals about the region’s growth prospects
Spain’s Santander is shaking up its Asia-Pacific operations, paring back regional teams to concentrate on corporate and investment banking, the Financial Times reports, citing internal strategy moves
J.P. Morgan Asset Management aims to double its Asia-Pacific assets under management to $600 billion within five years, signaling strong confidence in the region’s growth potential, according to Pensions & …
Quadria Capital has closed its oversubscribed US$1 billion Fund III, aiming to accelerate healthcare innovation and transformation across Asia. The new fund underscores strong investor confidence in the region’s healthcare …
Quadria Capital has successfully closed its third Asia healthcare fund, raising $1.07 billion. The fund aims to bolster healthcare investments across the region, underscoring growing investor interest in Asian healthcare …
Singapore continues to lead Southeast Asia’s tech funding across all stages, attracting the highest investment amounts and outpacing regional rivals, according to the latest Singapore Business Review report.
Asia’s tech sector shows strong momentum in June 2025, with high-growth stocks like Tencent, Sea Group, and Reliance Industries leading gains. Investors eye innovation and digital expansion driving market confidence.
Blackstone has reached its US$10 billion target for its Asia buyout fund despite a broader slowdown in private equity activity, signaling strong investor confidence amid market uncertainty, The Business Times …
Private markets are preparing for a challenging economic cycle as exit opportunities in Asia remain limited, Reuters reports. Investors face tight conditions amid ongoing market uncertainty and shifting regional dynamics.
Southeast Asia’s health tech sector saw a strong rebound in funding, securing $108 million in the first half of the year, signaling renewed investor confidence and growth potential in the …
Gov. Wes Moore’s recent trade trip to Asia cost Maryland taxpayers $322,000, sparking debate over state spending and the trip’s benefits, reports WBFF. Officials defend the investment in economic opportunities.
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