ASEAN Islamic Finance Poised for Massive Growth Spurt. May Top US$2 Trillion by 2035
The ASEAN Islamic finance industry is expected to cross the US$1 trillion mark by the end of 2026 according to Fitch Ratings. The industry reached...
The Dangerous Illusion Behind AI Job Cuts
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes a boardroom priority, an increasingly familiar corporate narrative is emerging. Companies announce artificial intelligence adoption plans alongside workforce reductions, presenting...
The War in Iran and the Global Oil Shock: Southeast Asia’s Struggle with Energy Costs
The ongoing conflict in Iran has created a ripple effect across global energy markets, driving up oil prices and shaking the economic stability of regions...
Stocks To Watch: Best ASEAN Stocks In 2026
As global investors rebalance portfolios amid slowing growth in developed markets, stocks in Southeast Asia are emerging as a relative bright spot in 2026. Strong...
ASEAN’s Top And Worst Performing Currencies In 2025
In 2025, currencies emerged as one of the clearest indicators of economic divergence across Southeast Asia. Exchange rate movements captured the combined effects of interest...