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Thai AI Startup Amity Raises US$100 Million to Accelerate IPO Ambitions
BANGKOK, 25 March 2026 – Thai artificial intelligence startup Amity has secured US$100 million in fresh funding, strengthening its push toward a planned initial public offering and positioning…
Southeast Asian Markets Slide Before Rebound as Trump Shelves Iran Strike Ultimatum
SINGAPORE, 24 March 2026 – Southeast Asian equity markets came under pressure earlier this week after U.S. President Donald Trump issued a military ultimatum to Iran, triggering a…
Asian Private Equity Sees Renewed Optimism, But Risks From War and Liquidity Loom
HONG KONG, 24 March 2026 – Asia’s private equity (PE) market is showing signs of renewed optimism in 2026, buoyed by improving deal activity and investor interest, even…
Chinese Equities Show Early Rebound Signals After Sharp Selloff
SHANGHAI, 24 March 2026 – Chinese equities are beginning to flash tentative signs of stabilisation after a steep selloff triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions, offering a potential turning…
Grab Expands Beyond Southeast Asia with US$600 Million Foodpanda Taiwan Acquisition
SINGAPORE/TAIPEI, 23 March 2026 – Southeast Asia’s dominant super app Grab is making a decisive move beyond its home region, announcing a US$600 million acquisition of Delivery Hero’s…
Malaysia Seen as Resilient to Energy Shock as ASEAN’s Only Net Energy Exporter
KUALA LUMPUR, 23 March 2026 – Malaysia is emerging as one of the most resilient economies in Southeast Asia amid escalating global energy shocks, thanks to its unique…
Wall Street Banks Push Back on China Rate Cut Calls as War Fuels Inflation Risks
HONG KONG, 23 March 2026 – Major Wall Street banks are pushing back against expectations that China will roll out aggressive interest rate cuts, as escalating geopolitical tensions…