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Chief Editor, Asia Markets
Li Wei oversees market dynamics and capital flows across major Asian economies. He focuses on regional business shifts and corporate expansion in East and Southeast Asia.
li.wei@asiabizreview.comIn-depth analysis of the multifaceted adjustments to trade policy by the Trump administration, from initial tariff threats to the construction of an economic security framework, reveals the constantly changing game logic in US trade relations and its impact on global supply chains.
In-depth analysis of the six major structural changes facing the Asia-Pacific Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) market, from the diversification of growth engines to the polarization of consumer preferences, exploring how enterprises can formulate differentiated strategies to achieve sustainable growth.
In-depth analysis of the industry significance of TechNode AI Networking Night in Bangkok, exploring Hong Kong's strategic value as a regional AI and technology hub, and how "borderless AI" is driving industrial innovation and cross-border expansion in the Asia-Pacific region.
In-depth analysis of the Asian consumer market outlook for 2026, revealing how Asian consumers are reshaping value definitions through income stratification, preference for private brands, and early adoption of AI technology, and what this means for brands and retail.
In-depth analysis of the dramatic changes in the global business environment and the challenges to the operating models of Asian enterprises, exploring how companies can build future competitive moats through digital transformation, ESG strategies, and innovation ecosystems.
Asia-Pacific commercial real estate investment reached $47 billion in Q1 2026, a record high for the same period. Under the dual pressures of rising interest rates and geopolitical tensions, why is capital accelerating its inflow? Markets such as Japan, Singapore, Australia, and India present distinctly different commercial narratives. Based on JLL's latest report, this article unpacks the logic of industrial chain restructuring, AI economy-driven demand, and energy transition behind the capital flows.
The aftershocks of Trump's tariffs have not yet subsided, and Asian trade agreements centered on the CPTPP and RCEP are slowly but steadily assuming the role of a "shock absorber." How will this experiment in regional institutions redefine the relationship between exporting countries and industrial chains?
Based on interviews with executives from over 20 Asian and European multinational corporations, the 2026 global trade landscape is driving Asian companies to undertake a comprehensive strategic restructuring—from the regionalization of supply chains to board-level governance. This article delves into five key transformations and their long-term impact on Asia's business ecosystem.
BCG argues that global enterprises need a new operating model. Amid the restructuring of Asian supply chains, the rise of the digital economy, and geopolitical shifts, how can enterprises shift from prioritizing efficiency to prioritizing resilience? This article interprets the underlying logic of this transformation from an Asian perspective.
Asia-Pacific commercial real estate investment reached $47 billion in Q1 2026, up 31% year-on-year, a record high for the first quarter. What is the logic behind this growth? This article provides an in-depth analysis of regional capital flows, market divergence, and industry trends.
According to the latest JLL report, Asia Pacific commercial real estate investment reached $47 billion in Q1 2026, a year-on-year increase of 31%. This article analyzes the divergence logic behind capital flows from a regional economic perspective.
Asian stock markets diverged ahead of a key data week, with Japan leading gains and India consolidating, while U.S. inflation and oil prices became the focus of global capital attention.
The Hurun Research Institute's 2025 Global Unicorn Index shows that the number of unicorns worldwide has reached a new record high, yet growth is highly uneven. In frontier fields such as AI, new energy, and semiconductors, Asia is shifting from a manufacturing base to an innovation engine. Based on this report, this article interprets the new trends in Asia's unicorn ecosystem and their far-reaching impact on the regional business landscape.
Against the backdrop of global supply chain restructuring, digital transformation, and geo-economic fragmentation, BCG's 2025 report *Global Businesses Need a New Operating Model* sounds an alarm for multinational enterprises. This article examines the logic behind the failure of traditional operating models from an Asian perspective and explores how the new regional economic landscape centered on China, ASEAN, and India will compel companies to build entirely new operating paradigms.
With the development of AI search and generative AI, the international news distribution industry is shifting from traditional press release distribution models to AI visibility distribution, and companies are beginning to focus on the discoverability of information in search engines and AI systems.
A US-Indonesia trade agreement was struck by a US Supreme Court ruling the day after it was signed, exposing the fragility of bilateral arrangements. This article analyzes how the RCEP, with its institutional framework and cumulative rules of origin, has become the true cornerstone of stability and resilience in Asian supply chains.
From an Asian regional perspective, interpret the key role of India's trade agreements revealed by the Deloitte report amid global uncertainty, and analyze their deep implications for supply chains, foreign investment, and the regional economic landscape.
In the first half of 2026, Vietnam's GDP grew by 8.18%, manufacturing value-added rose by 10.23%, PMI continued to expand, and foreign-invested employment growth led the way. This article analyzes Vietnam's role and prospects in the restructuring of Asian supply chains.
Insurance technology investment in the Asia-Pacific region halved from $9.1 billion in 2018–2021 to $4.1 billion in 2022–2025, with a corresponding decline in the number of transactions. Capital flows shifted from direct-to-consumer digital insurers to technology providers and infrastructure platforms. India, Singapore, and Indonesia absorbed the majority of capital, while China’s market position declined.
Based on the IndexBox report, analyze the demand drivers, supply chain restructuring trends, and competitive landscape of the Asia-Pacific APOGEE system market, predicting a compound growth of 6.5%-8.5% from 2026 to 2035.