APAC

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.

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%.

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.

iFast launches $300m debt programme 

OCBC will act as the programme’s sole arranger and dealer.

Singapore assets boost Link REIT FY24 NPI by 9.5% YoY

Despite improved NPI, the REIT’s full-year DPU fell to HK$2.6265 (S$0.45).

CDC and SingLand invest in youth education with DOTS Academy launch

The parties each contributed $250,000 to fund the programme.

RSM’s Qiu Wenqi: Prioritise market trends, invest in R&D, and implement digitalisation strategies

Businesses must also diversify markets, have contingency plans, and monitor geopolitical developments to mitigate risks.

Insurance incentives sweeten EV deal for consumers

Tax incentives and the introduction of charging stations are boosting the EV market.

Singapore commercial real estate investments up 14% in Q1

APAC commercial property investments are up 13% YoY.

ISS Facility Services Transforms Workplaces to Connect People and Places

Blending hybrid work models with remote strategies, ISS spearheads dynamic workplace environments by seamlessly integrating biophilic design, advanced technologies, and comprehensive workplace solutions.