Japan Tests Bean-Free Coffee Alternatives as Climate Risks Raise Costs
Japanese beverage companies are trying roasted rice and other bean-free formulations as coffee supply costs and climate risks rise.
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Indonesia Turns to Peatland Science as Fire Prevention Stakes Rise
Indonesia has convened peatland specialists as it seeks a more evidence-led approach to recurring fire risk and land management.
Hong Kong Targets Strategic-Firm Deals Within Months
Hong Kong is negotiating with strategic firms and hopes to announce agreements within months, but no signed deals or investment totals are public.
China’s Factory Profit Growth Slows Despite Electronics Surge
China's industrial profits grew 4.2% in August, while the eight-month gain reached 15.7%, with sharp differences across sectors.
Geely’s Nio Power Deal Values Swap Network at RMB16 Billion
Geely is set to contribute swapping assets and RMB640 million cash for an initial 30% Nio Power stake, subject to closing conditions.
Singapore Loan Ruling Underscores Value of Written Repayment Evidence
A Singapore High Court ruling on a former couple’s loans shows how messages, partial repayments and signed records can determine a debt dispute.
CDL Sets S$6 Billion Asset Recycling Plan to Sharpen Returns
CDL’s GET+ roadmap targets S$6 billion of asset sales, S$5 billion in growth spending and measurable dividend, gearing and fund-management goals.
Asset World Weighs Major Thai REIT as Hotel and Office Assets Seek New Capital
Thailand's Asset World is exploring a large REIT backed by hotel and office properties; fundraising size and listing timetable remain proposals pending formal filings.
Malaysia’s E-Waste Re-Exports Put Border Compliance in Focus
Malaysia reports 436 e-waste containers re-exported and plans further returns, putting traceability, port costs and lawful recycling under sharper scrutiny.
Thai Floods Disrupt Bank Branches as Digital Channels Carry Services
Thai bank branches face temporary flood-related closures, putting customer access, digital continuity and contingency planning under scrutiny.