Aiko TanakaLiving
Piramal Pharma Opens Microbiology Lab in 85 Million Dollar US Expansion
The new facility triples testing space in Kentucky and targets a 50 per cent cut in batch release turnaround times for sterile injectables.
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Sarah ChenFinance
Japan Gold Bar Scam Losses Hit 8.13 Billion Yen in First Half of 2026
Impersonation schemes accounted for two thirds of the total as fraudsters pushed victims to convert bank balances into physical bullion.
Aiko TanakaFinance
Japan Bond Yields Jump on Budget Doubts and US Concerns
Japanese government bond yields are rising due to concerns over proposed budget reforms by Liberal Democratic Party executive Sanae Takaichi and potential shifts in US monetary policy. This movement could impact capital costs across Asia.
Aiko TanakaReal Estate
Hong Kong Sees Record $2.2B Surge in Bulk Property Investments Amid Rising Rental Demand
In the wake of a record-breaking first half of the year, bulk homebuyers are anticipated to continue to be a significant influence in Hong Kong’s primary residential market throughout the second half of the year. The strong rental demand, particularly from…
Minjun ParkGeneral
China’s New Renaissance: How AI and Digital Economy Could Transform Global Investments
After enduring years of economic adjustments and investor uncertainty, China is on the cusp of entering a fresh chapter. This revival is anticipated to be powered by advancements in manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI), and the digital economy,…
Aiko TanakaFashion
Golden Goose Leaps Forward: Chinese and Singaporean Investments Fuel Luxury Brands Global Expansion
Italian luxury brand, Golden Goose, has recently gone through a significant change in ownership. A majority stake in the company is now held by Chinese private equity firm HSG, while Singapore’s investment firm, Temasek, has also joined as a minority…
Sarah ChenE-Tailing
Alibaba’s Revenue Surges, Thanks to Fast Delivery and AI Investments: Outpaces Quarterly Estimates
In Tuesday’s quarterly report, Alibaba, the Chinese e-commerce behemoth, exceeded analysts’ revenue predictions. This success was primarily attributed to the company’s significant investments in one-hour delivery services, which attracted more users to its…
Sarah ChenTelecom
Singtel Celebrates 14% Profit Leap: A Triumph of Regional Growth and Strategic Investments
The Singtel Group has reported a 14% increase in underlying net profit, reaching SGD 1.35 billion in the first half of the year. This growth has been mainly driven by regional associates Airtel and AIS, as well as operating companies NCS and Optus. Profit…
Wei ZhangTelecom
Korea Secures $9 Billion in Cloud and AI Investments from Global Tech Giants at APEC Summit
During the APEC Global Investment Partnership event, which was held in conjunction with the APEC CEO Summit in Gyeongju, an announcement was made that underscores the determination of Seoul to lure high-value investment into the areas of digital…
Minjun ParkLiving
Makara Capital Sets Ambitious Goal to Mobilize $7B for Strategic Investments in Vietnam
In a significant meeting held in Hanoi on Wednesday, Ali Ijaz Ahmad, chairman and CEO of Makara Capital Partners, expressed strong interest in expanding the firm’s footprint in Vietnam. Joined by other company executives, Ahmad highlighted the group’s…
Minjun ParkFinance
UBS’s Benjamin Cavalli: Growing Interest Among SFOs in MidEast’s “Second Leg” Investment Opportunities
The trend of diversifying booking centers among the ultra-wealthy is gaining momentum, with an increasing number of family offices eyeing the Middle East as a prime destination. According to Benjamin Cavalli, head of strategic clients at UBS Global Wealth…
Maria SantosReal Estate
Hong Kong’s Property Slump Affects Celebrity and Tycoon Real Estate, Including Nicholas Tse and Ho Family
In March, Hong Kong actor Nicholas Tse secured a lease for a retail space in Central Hong Kong for HK$60,000 (US$7,721) per month—a remarkable 40% reduction from its original listed price of HK$100,000. This transaction comes after the unit languished vacant…
Wei ZhangFood
Fonterra Commits $65 Million to Ditch Coal and Embrace Renewable Energy
Fonterra has taken a major step toward its decarbonisation goals with the commissioning of its first electrode boiler at its Edendale site in Southland, New Zealand. This move marks a significant shift away from coal usage in the dairy cooperative’s…
Aiko TanakaStartups
Apple plans $1B manufacturing plant investment in Indonesia
Tech giant Apple plans to invest $1 billion in a manufacturing plant in Indonesia that produces components for smartphones and other products, Indonesia’s investment minister said on Thursday. In October, Indonesia banned sales of the iPhone 16 because it…
Maria SantosElectronics
Indonesia says Apple’s $100M investment proposal inadequate
Indonesia said a $100 million investment proposal from Apple to build an accessory and component plant was not enough for the country to allow the tech giant to sell its latest iPhone model, its industry ministry said on Monday. Indonesia in November banned…
Wei ZhangGeneral
Booming foreign investment to push Vietnam up value chain
“Vietnam has repeatedly proven its ability to climb up the value chain over the years, to the point where the country has grown into a key manufacturing hub for tech products within the electronics space,” CEO of HSBC Vietnam, Tim Evans said. Apple is…
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