Bringing you the latest updates on funding and investment activity across the Asia Pacific. NewsDeals in brief: Singapore-based Hivebotics raises Series A funding, Temasek co-leads investment in Pixxel, 11 China deals, and more8 mins read
The fast fashion giant started trading last week as headwinds test its business model. NewsShein’s reality check: From USD 100 billion dream to Hong Kong discount listing4 mins read
Built on globalization, Shein is now contending with slower growth, geopolitical pressure, and an investor market captivated by AI. InsightsShein’s lackluster IPO may owe as much to a changing world as to itself13 mins read
An EV component CEO said he was “swept along” by the industry’s no-holds-barred manufacturing model. InsightsChina’s hypercompetition goes global as Beijing frets over backlash7 mins read
The Chinese automaker will use the space-saving battery pack found in its Racco mini EV. NewsBYD to employ tech used for Japan-only mini EV on new European model2 mins read
The project, presented at the UN Global Compact BRI Summit in Singapore, examined financial access for overseas Filipino workers. NewsFinVolution, NUS Business School share findings on financial inclusion for Filipino domestic helpers3 mins read
Instead of competing on price, Chagee is counting on store economics, a deeper product pipeline, and long-term brand equity. InsightsAfter sitting out the food delivery war, what cards does Chagee hold?8 mins read
The company expects to begin trading in Hong Kong on September 9 as it raises capital for R&D, expansion, and acquisitions. NewsExcelland Robotics targets growth in commercial service robots with Hong Kong IPO4 mins read
Three newer product lines accounted for 13.1% of the company’s first-half revenue. NewsEurope and North America lift OneRobotics as new robot lines enter commercialization6 mins read