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Auction houses thrive on Asian millennials’ art-buying power

Auction houses thrive on Asian millennials’ art-buying power

Millennials are seen to be particularly drawn to contemporary art as growth for Christie’s, Sotheby’s, and Phillips are highly anticipated in art hubs Hong Kong and Singapore.

Standard Chartered to cut jobs in Singapore, Hong Kong: report

The bank reportedly aims to save about $1.35b by 2024.

7 generative AI strategies for in-store management without replacing humans

Marketing and e-commerce specialists said generative AI can be used as a chatbot and trainer for store managers, and businesses that do not have the tech will fall behind.

Asia’s biggest gathering of food experts returns to Taiwan this June

The 3-day event will feature foreign exhibitors from 25 markets, including Singapore.

Rethinking fintech growth with a product-led approach

As we continue to experience economic uncertainty across the world, the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region hasn’t been spared from the volatility. 

Consumers crave human connection amidst era of automation

Businesses should balance automation with personal care, says Euromonitor International.

Chart of the Day: APAC sees strong hiring intentions

Hiring intentions (+27%) improved by 2 points since the last quarter. 

The race to gender equity for Asia’s startups

New study finds that 75% of women in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region want to learn new tech skills. Similarly, 74% of women in Singapore want to upskill, but more than 54% cite lack of time as the greatest barrier.

Three ways retailers can serve ‘budgeteers’

A budgeteer is someone who is not willing to spend more than necessary.

Top 3 cross-border destinations retailers eye for expansion

Hong Kong and Singapore are tied for second place. 

Teo, WTO director-general seek growth, inclusiveness of digital economy

The joint statement on e-commerce sets rules on the global digital economy.

8 investment ideas to achieve affluence in the year of prosperity

Financial experts said active portfolio management is crucial amidst economic uncertainties.

Is 2023 the year Southeast Asia’s financial services become future-ready?

Southeast Asia’s financial services institutions (FSIs) are bracing themselves for another year of volatile geopolitical and economic conditions, with record-high inflation and rising interest rates. But those willing to push the digital envelope will find new pockets of growth to help them remain resilient and become future-ready. For this to happen, FSIs need their executives to embrace a digital-era transformative mindset – one that builds skills, flexibility and agility, preparing their organizations to pivot at any moment.

3 factors driving firms to invest in Japan's real estate

Investors can get a 5%-6% annual yield when investing in the Land of the Rising Sun.