As global real estate markets evolve, the UK commercial property sector continues to attract strong interest from overseas investors seeking diversification and stable returns. A look at the key sectors driving growth, how Singapore-based funds are approaching UK investments and what to consider when navigating the UK’s commercial real estate landscape. James Young, Head of Investor Services for APAC, as well as Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, at global commercial real estate firm Cushman & Wakefield shares his insights.

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Chinese animated blockbuster 'Ne Zha 2' flies high at the box office, making history as the highest-grossing animated film worldwide, exceeding US$2 billion (S$2.7 billion) in global earnings. It has surpassed “Inside Out 2,”, becoming the first non-Hollywood production to crack the global all-time top 10 box office chart. In Singapore, it broke box-office records hitting the $2 million mark within days of its opening, the first China-made film to have done so. Why are such Chinese films performing so well in Singapore and the broader Southeast Asia region? Joyce Lee, Managing Director of Encore Films, which is the distributor of 'Ne Zha 2' in Southeast Asia shares insights into the surge in popularity of Chinese films.

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The payments landscape is undergoing a major transformation, with emerging markets leading the charge in innovation. From low-cost mobile money solutions to differentiated banking models, Asia is redefining cross-border transactions. But what trends are driving this rapid evolution, and how can SMEs adapt?

Nagesh Devata, Senior Vice President of Asia at Payoneer, shares insights into developments in fintech that are reshaping global trade, the impact of economic volatility, and what the future holds for cross-border payments.

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Singapore is setting ambitious targets to become an urban wellness hub, with its wellness tourism sector projected to hit $1.1 trillion by 2025. As the wellness boom reshapes real estate, developers are rethinking ways of designing and building projects to support longevity and holistic health. How will real estate that integrates wellness and healthcare elements transform Southeast Asia’s urban landscapes and influence investment strategies? Otto Twist, Southeast Asia Director at Savills joins Lynlee Foo to discuss trends in the wellness real estate sector.

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On Good Tech, our weekly segment spotlighting technology that drives meaningful social change, we explore how innovation is transforming maternal healthcare. Millions of expectant mothers still face complications that could result in mortality due to gaps in accessibility. But, what if technology could bridge that divide?

Singapore-based MedTech startup Biorithm is leading the way with Femom, a remote monitoring platform that empowers clinicians with real-time data and improving access to maternal care. Amrish Nair, Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Biorithm, to discuss how his team is redefining maternal care to prevent complications before they arise.

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Asian stocks fell sharply as a market selloff extended on mounting worries that a wide-ranging trade war could dent U.S. economic growth and lead to a recession. Fears of an economic downturn have driven a stock market selloff that wiped out $4 trillion from the S&P 500's peak last month. What does this mean for the broader economy? What should investors be watching in the days ahead?

Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist at IG, shares his views, unpacking the impact of the U.S. market turmoil, and the spillover effects on Asia.

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According to the World Gold Council, at the start of 2025, central banks reported 18 tonnes of net gold purchases, reinforcing the metal’s strategic role in official reserves amid rising geopolitical uncertainty. But how is gold demand evolving across key markets like Southeast Asia, China, India, and Japan? Shaokai Fan, Head of Asia-Pacific (excluding China) and Global Head of Central Banks at the World Gold Council, weighs in on current developments and shares insights into emerging trends; from central bank gold reserves to digital gold platforms and what they signal for the future of gold.

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China's new AI player, Deepseek has sent ripples across the tech world since it emerged on the scene in January. DeepSeek’s AI model with its capabilities, are said to rival, and sometimes even surpass OpenAI’s ChatGPT but at a fraction of the cost. Distillation is the industry’s new buzzword and enables AI models to run with fewer resources. Now, a global race is on to create AI models that are cheaper for consumers and businesses to adopt. Theos Evgeniou, Professor of Technology and Business at INSEAD, discusses how the machine learning technique works, the immense potential of distillation in AI across industries and why it is crucial for businesses to stay ahead in AI development.

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As people become more aware of the importance of staying healthy, and the rising costs of healthcare, there is a growing focus on preventive care and personalised medicine. How is private healthcare in Singapore adapting to technological advancements, changing consumer demands, and an aging population? What are the latest trends and challenges in the private healthcare and wellness industry? Aileen Seah, Amelia Lee, and Goh Xin Ying, co-founders of The Health Collective, which integrates chiropractic, osteopathy, and dental care to prioritise early intervention and holistic well-being share their insights. The three women leaders also touched on concerns that women tend to ignore their own health while balancing work and caregiving responsibilities, and the steps they can take for better health and well-being. 

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Advanced manufacturing industry has evolved rapidly in the 21st century. Phyllis Ong, Group CEO of Armstrong Asia, which is a homegrown advanced manufacturing group that has become a leading industry player in noise, vibration, heat & safety management solutions in the region discusses the developments of this industry and the critical role of digitisation and automation. Phyllis who chairs the Singapore Manufacturing Federation’s Women in Manufacturing Committee, also shares her work approach in a traditionally male-dominated manufacturing industry and what she believes to be an important factor to her success.

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