Tesla, BYD, and the U.S. Global Trade Shift
Donald Trump’s return to the political spotlight has reignited fears of a new global trade war. He promises sweeping tariffs that would target not just...
Malaysia’s BNPL Growth Sparks Credit and Debt Concerns
Malaysia’s Parliament tabled the Consumer Credit Bill (CCB) on March 4, 2025. This long-overdue legislation aims to bring buy now, pay later (BNPL) services under...
Filipino OFWs Launch Remittance Boycott Against Marcos
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) have launched a one-week remittance strike to protest the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte. The campaign continues to gain traction...
FAT Faces Financial Crisis in Thailand Football
The Football Association of Thailand (FAT) is facing a 360 million baht debt crisis. This financial mess stems from years of legal battles, failed commercial...
Circles.Life Eyes Telecom Sale Amid Global Digital Network Shift
Circles Global, the Singapore-based technology company behind Circles.Life, plans to sell its consumer telecom brand. The company has already appointed financial advisers and begun engaging...
Thai Government Loses Investor Confidence in Market
Thailand’s bold promises of economic revival now ring hollow as the country’s stock market continues to slide. The current administration, once full of confidence and...
Malaysia Airlines’ MAG Orders 30 Boeing Aircraft Deal
KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, has confirmed a firm order for 30 Boeing 737-8 aircraft, signalling a...
Indonesia’s Market Struggles: Rupiah Falls, Trade Risks
Indonesia’s economy is under increasing strain as the rupiah weakens, stock markets decline, and new U.S. tariffs threaten key export industries. In response, Bank Indonesia...
Singapore and Thailand Strengthen Trade, Business Ties
Singapore and Thailand deepened their economic trade partnership by signing five Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs). The agreements occurred during the 7th Singapore-Thailand Enhanced Economic Relationship...
Chinese F&B Brands Challenge Western Dominance in ASEAN
Chinese food and beverage brands are expanding aggressively in Southeast Asia. Companies like Mixue Group, Guming, and Chagee are challenging Western giants such as Starbucks...
