Asia's economy, considered.
AERPhoto: Tuan Vy / PexelsVietnam ranked among the top 10 globally for improvements in real estate transparency during the 2024–26 period, according to property consultancy JLL. This progress helped drive record cross-border investment volumes in some markets, including Vietnam.
Despite holding over 41% of China’s EV battery market in August, Contemporary Amperex Technology Limited (CATL) saw its shares fall 25.7% since mid-August as manufacturers like Xiaomi and Li Auto seek alternative suppliers.
Singapore's government tightened rules for Executive Condominium (EC) land sales from May 2026, aiming to manage escalating housing costs. This follows an ongoing debate about capping EC prices below S$1.6 million.
The Korea Composite Stock Price Index gained 0.93% to 6,958.32 on 21 September 2026, as chipmakers advanced despite investor caution over elevated oil prices.
Global technology firms are intensifying competition for talent and custom silicon, while equipment lead times extend to 40 months, impacting capacity expansion across Asian manufacturing hubs.
The companies that move the region's economy, analysed at strategy level.
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AERPhoto: geralt / PixabayAnalysts estimate Singtel's data centre arm, Nxera, could be valued at S$4 billion to S$4.5 billion if it pursues a public listing, based on projected FY2028 earnings.
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