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PMI signals slowest global growth since January
Business optimism falls to its lowest level in four years.
PMI signals slowest global growth since January
Business optimism falls to its lowest level in four years.
AI computer shipments to surge 165% by 2025, hitting 114 million units
AI computers are set to gain 26 percentage points in global shipment share from 2024 to 2025.
Asia leads robot installation globally by 70%
China accounted for 51% of the market.
AI startups lead manufacturing sector’s automation transformation
Startups are using technologies such as AI-powered collaborative robots and production simulations.
Deloitte Singapore’s Richard Loi: People, technology, and processes are connected across a digital supply network
Richard highlighted the importance of ESG targets and the need for technology adoption amidst the dynamic business landscape.
Asia polycarbonate capacity balloons to 2.05 million tonnes per annum by 2028
Additional capacity is expected to be 2.05 million tonnes by 2028.
APAC's AV computer system fitment market to grow at 9.7% CAGR
The growth is projected to happen over 2024 to 2029.
RSM’s Chong Cheng Yuan: Realign trade practices and explore new markets to mitigate risks
She delves into key strategies for improving operational efficiency, tackling sustainability challenges, and staying ahead of emerging trends in the manufacturing and export industries.
Australia faces growing pressure as China steel demand fall
Steel demand in China could drop to 750 to 800 million tonnes per annum over the next five to 10 years.
Nearly 8 in 10 manufacturers will boost AI investment in 2024
97% are optimistic about AI's promise to create jobs.
Good supply chain strategy integrates digitalisation – EY’s Atul Chandna
He highlights the need for advanced supply chain strategies and analytics to navigate disruptions and drive future resilience.
Global semiconductor sales rise 18.7% YoY in July
China and Asia Pacific sales also surged.
India and Singapore ink agreement for semiconductor collaboration
India to invest $10b in semiconductor market, aiming to compete with chipmaking heavyweight Taiwan.
Tech hardware firms completes phase one of China shift out
S&P Global Ratings said phase two to be more disruptive and costly.
Asia's dominant supply chains face 'slow-motion shakeup' – S&P
New trade barriers and industrial policies have pushed firms to reassess their global supply chains, said S&P.
Global demand for raw materials hits 2024 low in July
Asia's factory demand is at its weakest since December 2023.
Appetite for sustainable packaging in Asia wanes as inflation rises
About 58% of respondents said they are now more concerned about price comparison.
