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US investors bet big on Mexican soccer
A syndicate including General Atlantic and a subsidiary of New England Patriots owner Kraft Group is making a US$490mil investment in Mexican soccer ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Read […]
Washington holds fire on Beijing chip tariffs
The United States accused China of engaging in unfair trade practices in the semiconductor sector, but is declining to impose additional tariffs on chip imports until at least mid-2027. Read […]
Hong Kong plans crypto and infrastructure rules for insurers
The Hong Kong Insurance Authority is proposing a slate of new rules to set up a capital framework for assets including cryptocurrencies and infrastructure – an unprecedented move that would […]
Singapore customers can get insurance at banks and more
Banks are one of the biggest distribution channels for insurers, under a tie-up known as bancassurance, where insurance products are sold to the bank’s customers. Read full story Date: 25 […]
Vietnam credit growth expected to reach 20%
Credit growth in 2026 is expected to be around 20%, driven by public investment and the recovery of production and business activities, analysts say. Read full story Date: 25 December, […]
Fruit and vegetable exports rebound
Reversing a period of negative growth, Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable industry has staged a spectacular recovery, generating nearly US$5bil in revenue from the Chinese market. Read full story Date: 25 […]
Infrastructure borrowing slumps to six-year low
China’s local borrowing for infrastructure spending is on pace to hit a six-year low, as Beijing clamps down on risks in a strategy shift that calls into question its promise […]
PETRONAS seals LNG supply deal with CNOOC
Petroliam Nasional Bhd (PETRONAS), via its subsidiary PETRONAS LNG Ltd, has entered into a sale and purchase agreement with CNOOC Gas and Power Singapore Trading and Marketing Pte Ltd to […]
New policies needed to lift Labuan’s economy
A comprehensive and forward-looking policy framework is needed to revitalise Labuan’s economy that will fully leverage its strategic location, federal-territory status and established offshore financial ecosystem, says an academic. Read full story […]
Johor Plantations achieves 3-star FTSE ESG rating
Johor Plantations Group Bhd (JPG) has received a 3-star environmental, social and governance (ESG) rating under the FTSE Russell ESG Ratings framework, marking a major milestone in the group’s sustainability journey. […]