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Global M&A rebounds sharply as 2025 deal value climbs to US$4.8t
Global M&A rebounds sharply as 2025 deal value climbs to US$4.8t
Average EV/EBITDA multiples rose to 11.6 times, up one turn from 2024 but still below 2021 peaks.
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Australian gas demand weakens as LNG exports fall to four year low
Australian gas demand weakens as LNG exports fall to four year low
Looking ahead, IEEFA said gas faces a mixed future in Asia’s power mix.
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Insurance hiring outpaces banking in Hong Kong for 2026
Insurance hiring outpaces banking in Hong Kong for 2026
Despite digitalisation, life insurance claims roles are still hard to fill.
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Japan offshore wind remains viable as reforms strengthen project bankability: report
Japan offshore wind remains viable as reforms strengthen project bankability: report
IEEFA also pointed to legislative changes enabling offshore wind development in Japan’s exclusive economic zone.
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Intracardiac echocardiography devices market to hit $621.3m by 2034
Intracardiac echocardiography devices market to hit $621.3m by 2034
Key developments include three-dimensional imaging.
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APAC consumers drive rise in intentional sensory food and drink formats
APAC consumers drive rise in intentional sensory food and drink formats
China, Thailand and South Korea show demand for sensory-led consumption.
Global geothermal investment is set to grow 20% a year to 2030
Global geothermal investment is set to grow 20% a year to 2030
On a dollars-per-watt basis, Rystad estimates district heating costs at roughly US$3 per watt.
Will AI copilots replace legacy insurance systems by 2026?
Will AI copilots replace legacy insurance systems by 2026?
Data shows executives trust generative AI at twice the rate of machine learning.
Storm and fire losses deepen pressure on Hong Kong P&C earnings
Storm and fire losses deepen pressure on Hong Kong P&C earnings
The incident will add to diluted earnings but is unlikely to threaten overall solvency.
India issues 1,870 MW renewable energy tenders in November
India issues 1,870 MW renewable energy tenders in November
Major investments fuel hybrid projects and battery storage, stabilising India's grid.
Solar profitability rises 9% in Southeast Asia with battery integration
Solar profitability rises 9% in Southeast Asia with battery integration
Stable policies and foreign investment are vital to unlock the region's solar potential.
Only 27% of next gen willing to lead family firms, legacy planning lags
Only 27% of next gen willing to lead family firms, legacy planning lags
The lack of structured succession planning leaves many businesses exposed.
Global hydrogen fuel cells market forecasts 8.3% annual growth
Global hydrogen fuel cells market forecasts 8.3% annual growth
Some factors that will drive the growth are energy transition efforts and net-zero goals.
Nuclear ships eliminate $68m in annual fuel and carbon costs
Nuclear ships eliminate $68m in annual fuel and carbon costs
Nuclear ships deliver higher speed, cargo capacity, and lower operating costs.
Smart micro hydropower market reaches $2.456b by 2032
Smart micro hydropower market reaches $2.456b by 2032
In APAC, the market is seen to grow 6.4% annually to 2031.
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Singapore’s Tuas Power to shift Tembusu plant to full biomass by 2028
It will lower emissions by a million tonnes yearly and cut carbon-tax expenses.
Danantara sets tighter 2026 investment plan
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Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund will back only projects with clear commercial value.
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Taboos, low confidence stall legacy planning across Asia
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Two-thirds of Asians fear their wealth will not outlast their children’s generation.
PLN expands gas, LNG network to support rising renewables
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Gas is the stabilising force that lets the grid absorb more variable output.
Companies told to drop manual systems as 2030 renewable deadline nears
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They risk falling further behind if they fail to modernise.
DANA Indonesia launches verified digital wallet for teens
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The move targets a group often overlooked in policy and product design.
Singapore’s CNE plans over $1b push into Asian renewables
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It’s working with banks on financing and will issue REITs to diversify funding sources.
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