The art of no deal: Why the US-Iran stalemate may be structural

Both sides say they want an agreement, and neither is creating the conditions for one

US President Donald Trump (right) says “everything” will be on the agenda with King Charles, even though the king is not an elected politician.

Big business agenda for King Charles’ US visit

The diplomatic mission will be one of the most important tours by a UK monarch in seven decades

Trump (centre), flanked by Todd Blanche, acting US attorney-general (left) and Kash Patel, director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation FBI, meeting the media at the White House after the shooting incident on Apr 25.

Trump and the recurring assassin

Shooting on Apr 25 is third assassination attempt on the US president in under two years

Adding Paragon to its portfolio while exiting Asia Square Tower 2 enhances CICT’s yield and growth trajectory, thereby strengthening its investment case.
THE LEVEL GROUND

Paragon’s value lies in the opportunity for CICT to transform an ageing gem

The trust has the means and expertise to add value to the trophy Orchard Road asset

Accounting requires judgment, context and interpretation; this is why automation in the sector is progressing more gradually, the writer says.

Why only accountants can save accountants from AI

Those in the field must develop the skills and confidence to work effectively with artificial intelligence

With an abundance of solar and wind, Asia has a credible path to reduce the region's vulnerability to energy crises.

Beyond Hormuz: Asia’s energy goals need a new road map

This moment is a pivotal opportunity for Asean to force a transition from security to self-sufficiency

While overall ageing unfolds gradually, menopause triggers a sharp health decline, and unlike many health conditions, it is certain and inevitable.

The hidden economic costs of menopause

Now that its effects are finally being measured, it is clear the long-term toll for society could be huge

Global additions of battery capacity grew by 46 per cent to 247 Gigawatt hours in 2025, says Ember.
ESG INSIGHTS

Issue 191: South-east Asia’s battery challenge; regional ESG debt issuance slows

This week in ESG: Asia’s renewable energy deployment at historic highs; South-east Asia new sustainable loans fall 46% in Q1 2026

Dubai has assembled a powerful formula for attracting wealth, but the ongoing Gulf conflict has put geopolitical risk back at the centre of investors' minds.
THE BROAD VIEW

As war unsettles the Gulf, wealthy families reassess where to place capital and relocate

The UAE has long drawn mobile wealth and global talent, but investors may now be considering Singapore and Hong Kong

IMF’s reports paint a picture of a global economy that was finally finding its footing, only to be knocked back again by the outbreak of war in the Middle East.

The world economy is in the shadow of war, and the warning signs are flashing

Global growth is now projected to slow to 3.1% in 2026 and 3.2% in 2027