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As the race to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) intensifies, businesses are investing not just in servers but also in electrical distribution, thermal management, liquid cooling, racks, and containment systems. These components form the pivotal…
The mobile services sector in Indonesia is anticipated to observe a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 3.4%, thus escalating from USD 10.2 billion in 2025 to USD 12.1 billion by 2030. This expansion is principally fueled by the escalating proceeds…
Research shows that social media is increasingly shaping consumer behavior in Australia, with 60% of consumers taking some form of action after viewing a product on these platforms. These findings come from the 2026 Marketplace Consumer Report by Pattern. The…
Swedish furniture giant, Ikea, anticipates a substantial increase in its investment in India, aiming to reach a total of US$2.2 billion by 2030 as part of its aggressive expansion strategy. Doubling Investments Patrik Antoni, the CEO of Ikea India, revealed…
Asian private equity firm, ZWC Partners, has recently made an investment in the South Korea-based company, Iicombined, the force behind the renowned eyewear brand, Gentle Monster. This move is part of the firm’s plan to expedite its global expansion across…
The iconic Parisian fashion brand, Chanel, has seen an influx of new customers drawn to the reimagined versions of classic items by creative director Matthieu Blazy. The reinvented versions of the brand’s staple bags, shoes, and jackets have sparked a demand…
Citibank Korea has reported their most impressive quarterly earnings in over half a decade. The first-quarter net income witnessed a significant leap of 61% from the previous year, primarily due to a substantial rise in noninterest income. Citibank Korea…
The surge in diesel prices, precipitated by conflict with Iran, could hasten the electrification of China’s heavy-duty truck fleet this year, according to market analysts and auto manufacturers. This shift could further expedite the decline in fuel…
Jollibee Foods Corporation achieved record earnings in Q4, driven largely by an increase in demand and enhanced operational efficiency, according to CEO Ernesto Tanmantiong. Stellar Performance Tanmantiong expressed pride in the company’s performance over the…
Australia’s logistics and warehousing sector is experiencing robust growth, increasing the demand for storage systems that adhere to rigorous technical and safety standards. This has led suppliers to modify their products to align with the country’s stringent…
Singapore’s financial technology (fintech) industry is advancing into a new phase of sophistication. This phase is characterized by the embracement of artificial intelligence (AI), the introduction of stricter regulations, and an increasing focus on regional…
Amorepacific, a renowned South Korean health and beauty conglomerate, has reported robust results for the third quarter. The company attributes this success to the global expansion of its primary beauty brands. For the quarter that concluded in September, the…
PTT Oil and Retail Business (OR), the lifestyle and retail subsidiary of Thailand’s PTT Group, has announced a record-breaking financial performance for the first quarter of this year. This success is largely attributable to its leading brand Cafe Amazon,…
Australia’s major banks, while reducing their project finance to fossil fuel companies, still maintain significant exposures in the billions, according to recent findings from the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA). The big…
Convenience store chain, 7-Eleven, has opened its 500th fuel store at Burpengary in Queensland on Thursday, bringing its total network size to more than 670stores across Victoria, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Queensland and Western…
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