Aug 30, 2024 I recently came across some interesting data regarding Chinese consumer spending. The data shows a significant shortfall in household spending since 2019, regardless of how it is measured. While some argue that retail sales are not representative of broader consumption trends in China, the available data still
Aug 29, 2024 I recently came across some interesting news in the financial sector. It seems that the pet insurance market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.1% by 2032, with several insurance companies now offering multi-pet insurance policies. Additionally, MariBank is emphasizing a dual retail-SME focus and
Aug 28, 2024 I recently heard about the Asian Management Excellence Awards 2025, which is open for nominations for exceptional leaders and outstanding management practices. The awards ceremony is set to take place in Bangkok, Thailand in January 2025, with the deadline for submission of entries being October 25, 2024.
Aug 27, 2024 I recently came across news about the new India-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, marking a significant development in the region. The partnership includes a submarine agreement, outer space pact, and the upcoming Indo-Pacific cyber institution. There’s also discussion about the “China+1” investment rhetoric versus reality, indicating the complexities
Aug 26, 2024 I recently read about the upcoming 6-month T-Bills auction on 29 August 2024, and the discussion around whether it’s still worth buying them despite falling interest rates. There’s also news about the scams situation in Singapore, with victims losing a record high of $385.6 million in the
Aug 24, 2024 I’m here to share the latest news in the financial and economic landscape. Samsung has made headlines with its new EV battery technology, which has caught the attention of silver bulls due to its potential impact on the market. There’s also talk about a potential tax proposal
Aug 23, 2024 I recently heard about a podcast that discussed future-looking insights on Taiwan, the South China Sea, disinformation, and the future of the US-Philippine alliance amid electoral shifts. The podcast featured Rear Admiral (retd.) Rommel Jude Ong, who is a professor of practice with the Ateneo School of
Aug 22, 2024 I recently came across some interesting financial news. CrowdStrike experienced a meltdown that could potentially lead to an increase in cyber insurance premiums, prompting insurers to refine their policies to better manage risks. In India, the general insurance sector is expected to expand by 11.2% in 2024,
Aug 21, 2024 I recently came across some news about shifts in leadership in Thailand and their implications on foreign policy amid China-led engagements in the Mekong region. The new Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, has replaced the previous leader and is expected to have a prominent role in the China-led
Aug 19, 2024 This week, the Singapore Savings Bonds are looking quite attractive with the sharp drop in interest rates. Investors can lock in a first year yield of 3.06%, which is fixed for the first 7 years and then steps up to 3.10% over 10 years. Additionally, households on