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SMBC closes $200m syndicated loan for India’s HUDCO

HUDCO will use the funds to expand its social housing platform.

Japan insurers benefit from lower COVID-19 costs

Both the life and non-life industries saw a surge in their end-March net income.

State firms dominate Southeast Asia’s pumped hydro development

Indonesia’s Perusahaan Listrik Negara is the region’s top developer.

Southeast Asia’s pumped hydro capacity to reach 18 GW by 2033

The sector’s investment will reach between $12b to $70b.

Australian insurers remain resilient despite lower premium hikes: S&P

79% of rated Australian insurers have stable rating outlooks.

Non-alcoholic drinks market to reach $2.9t by 2035

It will be driven by health and wellness trends.

APAC leads Q1 global development site investments

Four countries from Asia Pacific ranked among the top five global development site investments.

Hydration products gain traction in APAC

It was driven by increased awareness of health concerns like global warming and modern lifestyles.

SMRs poised to transform global nuclear capacity expansion

The sector holds less than 4% of all nuclear projects under planning or construction.

China’s LNG regasification segment dominates midstream projects

The 341 billion cubic feet Zhoushan III project will start operations in 2026.

China’s pension system reels 60 million new individuals

Presently, 762 products are offered in the new pension system.

Global reinsurance market set for robust profit margins

AM Best expects reinsurers to maintain underwriting discipline in the near term.

Healthcare logistics market to reach $121.4b by 2028

Thanks to the growing demand for efficient supply chain management.