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Asian manufacturing activity hits 17-month low amidst rising tariffs
Supply chain utilisation has fallen to its lowest level since 2023.
Asian manufacturing activity hits 17-month low amidst rising tariffs
Supply chain utilisation has fallen to its lowest level since 2023.
Cost remains top challenge for manufacturers
90% say that tariffs above 25% would make exports uneconomical.
How COOs can build long-term value through smarter cost reduction
BCG says combining short- and long-term actions is more effective for lasting efficiency.
Manufacturing firms in Asia see gains in AI adoption, ERIA report shows
The automotive and electronics sectors accounted for the most robot usage from 2012 to 2019.
Data centre capacity in Asia to rise up to 25% annually
Global investment in data centres and chip infrastructure hits $465b in 2024.
China is intent on maintaining lead in global manufacturing market: report
However, Beijing will need to address growing domestic and international side effects.
Global semiconductor sales up 18.8% in Q1
March recorded the highest sales total at $55.9b
Finance teams move to real-time planning in manufacturing
Leading manufacturers use an advanced planning platform.
Key barriers the semiconductor industry must overcome to gain investment success
McKinsey noted five barriers that may hinder the sector's long-term progress.
ASEAN manufacturing activity slips to 16-month low in April
Confidence is at its lowest since July 2020.
Cyber risks threaten to derail APAC manufacturing digitalisation
Nearly 40% of industrial enterprises globally identify cybersecurity as the main challenge in upgrading their operational technology systems.
Global manufacturing faces a rough start to 2025: S&P
Weak demand weighed heavily on the sector.
China leads factory sector for 15th straight year
Innovation index for top manufacturers grew 11.6% annually over the past decade, report shows.
AI drives record revenue for semiconductor market at $683b
But automotive and industrial challenges persist.
US tariffs set to tighten margins for APAC manufacturers
The firm forecasts increased competitive pressure within the region's manufacturing sector.
Malaysia records highest manufacturing growth in 8 months
Movement signals shift in more stable business conditions.
ASEAN manufacturing PMI hits seven-month high in February
It was driven by a surge in new orders and production.
