Daily Growth Insights

Planning a Bali getaway? Amandaya Canggu offers comfortable accommodation, a refreshing outdoor swimming pool, and a convenient base for exploring Canggu’s beaches, cafés, and lifestyle spots.

CIMB Niaga supports Indonesia’s 0% QRIS MDR policy despite the impact on transaction fees, saying QRIS remains an important tool for digital banking and customer loyalty.

Good news for Indonesian travellers! Passport processing now takes just four days, while the expansion of e-passports and immigration autogates aims to make international travel faster and more convenient.

Freeport is making progress in restoring operations at its Grasberg copper mill after a damaging mudslide disrupted production. With the facility reaching 67% of its targeted capacity, the recovery marks an important step for Indonesia’s mining industry.

Anak Krakatau has once again demonstrated the dynamic nature of Indonesia's volcanic landscape, with a new formation emerging in the Sunda Strait.

Perched on the dramatic cliffs of Uluwatu, El Kabron Bali offers more than just a meal. With panoramic ocean views, Mediterranean cuisine, a stunning infinity pool and unforgettable sunsets, discover a dining destination where Bali's natural beauty meets luxury.

Rising debt, currency pressure, inflation and higher borrowing costs are creating new economic challenges in 2026. Here are the major crises and stress points to watch.

Indonesia’s manufacturing PMI fell to 49.8 in August, slipping below the 50-point threshold as lower output, employment and subdued demand put pressure on factories.

ASEAN businesses are becoming more selective when hiring in 2026. With companies prioritizing skills, productivity and workforce efficiency, discover how flexible recruitment and virtual teams can help businesses grow.

Southeast Asia is showing renewed manufacturing momentum, with the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam recording particularly strong factory growth in August, according to S&P Global PMI data.

Singapore is stepping up its smart-logistics ambitions with a S$260 million development combining industrial real estate, automation, software and AI-enabled operations.

The rupiah closed around Rp17,978 per US dollar on September 28 before weakening beyond Rp18,000 in September 29 trading, while Indonesia’s stock market also faced renewed pressure.

Rully Habibie is helping develop the commercial and business side of Mandalika's motorsport ecosystem, with responsibilities spanning partnerships, hospitality, events, and sport tourism.

In Mumbai, Otra is giving tacos a distinctly Indian story. Led by chef Alex Sanchez, the taqueria makes its own masa from heirloom corn grown in Punjab while combining Mexican-Californian techniques with locally sourced Indian ingredients. The result is a restaurant built around sustainability, cultural exchange, and a fresh approach to tacos.

The Bangkok Art Biennale 2026 is turning Bangkok into a citywide contemporary art destination, with Thailand's Tourism Authority promoting the festival as a way to connect international visitors with the country's art, heritage and creative culture.

TikTok founder Zhang Yiming has become Asia’s richest person for the first time, overtaking Indian billionaire Gautam Adani with a fortune exceeding $105 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.

Royale Health & Wellness Philippines is expanding its premium wellness portfolio with two new functional drink products — Probiotics and Electro-C Collagen Boost. The launch reflects the growing interest in convenient, wellness-focused beverages that fit into everyday routines.

Philippine banks are building stronger financial buffers as risks from geopolitical tensions, cyberattacks, market volatility and global supply-chain disruptions remain elevated. New regulatory measures are designed to help banks absorb shocks while continuing to provide credit to households and businesses.

Indonesia is seeing a rise in ISPA cases as wildfire smoke, air pollution and volcanic ash affect several regions. Here’s what people need to know about the respiratory health risks and how to stay protected.

A major maritime disaster is unfolding in Indonesia after the Virgo Transport 8 ferry capsized in the Java Sea while traveling from Surabaya to Banjarmasin. The vessel was carrying 243 people, including passengers and crew. As of September 14, six people have been confirmed dead, 108 rescued and 129 remain missing. Rescue teams continue searching the waters while authorities investigate what caused the ferry to overturn.