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Allianz's H1 2024 solid, Income to reap double-digit ROI
Allianz's H1 2024 solid, Income to reap double-digit ROI
Its net income surged double-digit YoY.
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.
Criteo GM cites retail media as a tool in enhancing customer journeys
It also drives conversion and loyalty of shoppers.
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%.
Asia Pacific’s family offices grow fastest worldwide as ultra-rich population rises: report
Family offices in Singapore nearly tripled between 2020 and 2022.
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.
Prudential sees 11% YoY rise in Q1'24 new business profit
APE sales increased by 7% YoY to $1.6b.
Singapore commercial real estate investments up 14% in Q1
APAC commercial property investments are up 13% YoY.
WEnergy Global Pte Ltd wins SBR National Business Award for Renewable Energy
Empowering off-grid communities with clean energy solutions.
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.