Insights

Singapore and Hong Kong

Tiger Cities of Asia: A Look at the M&A Landscape in Hong Kong & Singapore

Introduction Amidst recent ripples of turbulence in the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscapes of Hong Kong and Singapore, these two ...
Wind and solar power plant in Vietnam

Vietnam Sustainability Investments

Introduction Energy plays a crucial role in the development of any country, and Vietnam is no exception. With a rapidly ...
Wall street

SPACs in the US Versus Other Exchanges

I  Introduction The growth in popularity of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) has been a pivotal shift in global capital ...
China decoupling

China Decoupling: Exploring Alternative Markets

Introduction Geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, and supply chain risks related to foreign companies in China continue to affect global business ...
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Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) – A Key Strategy for European’s Sustainable Development

Overview of the regulation The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) came into force on January 5, 2023. It is an ...
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CBAM is Impacting Trade Between Europe and Asia

Carbon leakage is a type of spillover effect in which a country's adoption of stricter climate policies leads to a ...
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EV Battery Investment in the European Market and Chinese Suppliers

The Market Demand Electric vehicles (EVs) have become an unstoppable trend in the automotive industry. In October 2022, the Council ...
Cargo port at Yantian China

Sustainable Supply Chains in China: A Roadmap for European Companies

Consumer sentiments are shifting towards favoring more responsible business practices. Simultaneously, concerns about human rights and the environmental impacts of ...
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SPAC as an Alternative to IPO

Why SPACs are still one of the best alternatives for mid-market companies to get listed Going public is often a ...
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Fundraising in Vietnam

Fundraising has become increasingly more important for many companies in Vietnam, including everything from non-profits to startups. Being the fastest-growing ...
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How to Find & Verify Suppliers in China

Sourcing products in China can be a cost-effective strategy for companies looking to expand their supply chain. However, with the ...
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Supply Chain Financing in China

With the impact of the epidemic, the differentiation of the global supply chain has accelerated. As a business owner, no ...
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Fundraising in China: Opportunities & Challenges

China's economy has been growing at an impressive rate over the past few decades, and its fundraising landscape has gone ...
Soldering in an Electronics factory

Electronics Manufacturing & Sourcing in the Philippines: A Comprehensive Guide

Philippines' electronics manufacturing industry dates to the 1970s when the country's stable political environment and affordable, English-speaking workforce started to ...
Jakarta at night

Market Entry & Expansion in Indonesia: Key Insights & Market Trends

Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia, has experienced a steady economic growth of around 5% per year for the ...