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Confidence amongst Japan's top manufacturers slips in June
A weak yen boosts exports, but sales volume has decreased for the fourth consecutive quarter.
Confidence amongst Japan's top manufacturers slips in June
A weak yen boosts exports, but sales volume has decreased for the fourth consecutive quarter.
Asian countries to lead global ethylene capacity expansion by 2030
China and India will account for over 42% of additions globally.
Semiconductor companies face inventory glut amidst AI boom
But optimism remains as sales are expected to grow in the second half.
Intense heat wave slows down India's manufacturing growth in May
Lower work hours affected production volumes.
EU to impose extra tariffs of up to 38.1% on Chinese BEVs
China sounds alarm, warning that trade and economic cooperation are at risk.
Smartphone shipments decline but AI chip demand surges
AI chip production rises to meet the growing demand for AI functionalities in new electronics.
G4 manufacturing index rises to 49.6 in May
This is the highest since September 2022.
China's rapid battery electric vehicles growth defies global slowdown
It surges ahead with 25% BEV penetration, fueled by affordability and government backing.
Global treaty key to advancing waste management in manufacturing: WEF
Unified policies and funding are essential for scaling plastic waste solutions in Asia.
Low employment in the Philippines slows manufacturing activity in May
But optimism hits a 9-month high.
Global Bio-CDMOs set for 12.5% annual growth through 2028
Push for innovations and strategic expansions across the value chain drive the bio-CDMO industry.
Asian supply chains stretched for the first time since January
Global supply chains are also operating near their full capacity.
Supply chain deals boost global M&A activity in Q1: expert
Supply chain M&A deals totalled US$52b across 19 transactions.
Experts see Southeast Asia upping their game in chip assembly, packaging
China, Taiwan and Korea will continue to dominate back-end chip manufacturing.
Government incentives spur Thailand’s EV market
Policies help reduce electric vehicle costs.
Weak auto sales dampen the sentiment of big manufacturers in Japan: survey
The latest showing was still among the strongest in two years.
Asia Pacific chip sales up in February: SIA
Sales volume in China, Japan and the rest of APAC totaled US$29.7b.
