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Analysis

Global biopharma industry index falls to 5.96 in 2025

Switzerland led the rankings with 6.99, ahead of the UK (6.66) and South Korea (6.49).

Demand for factory robots doubles in 10 years

Asia accounted for 74% of robot deployments in 2024.

Singapore industrial output falls 7.8% in August with pharma slump

Maybank attributed the August dip to front-loading in July ahead of higher reciprocal tariffs across Asia.

Cost escalation top supply chain concern of most firms

Even though 73% of COOs report having a supply chain strategy, only half plan ahead.

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Analysis

Global biopharma industry index falls to 5.96 in 2025

Switzerland led the rankings with 6.99, ahead of the UK (6.66) and South Korea (6.49).

Demand for factory robots doubles in 10 years

Asia accounted for 74% of robot deployments in 2024.

Singapore industrial output falls 7.8% in August with pharma slump

Maybank attributed the August dip to front-loading in July ahead of higher reciprocal tariffs across Asia.

Cost escalation top supply chain concern of most firms

Even though 73% of COOs report having a supply chain strategy, only half plan ahead.

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Rethinking aftermarket parts: How AI and robotics turn inventory cost into service

If you manage a parts network, the choice isn’t between hoarding inventory and hoping forecasts are right. 

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