Singapore
‘The next wave of AI innovation must be built around the region’s own strengths.’
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KKR backs Dubai analytics firm Premialab with $220m growth investment
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Megadeals propel startup financing in Greater China to nearly $13b in Q3
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Databricks raises $4b at $134b valuation in latest funding round
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Warner Bros may reject $108.4b Paramount bid, back Netflix: report
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Swedish EV maker Polestar secures $600m loan from owner Geely
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Indonesia agritech shows resilience but capital flow remains selective
Danantara acquires hospitality and real estate assets in Makkah
Malaysia’s Halogen Capital raises $3.2m round led by Kenanga, 500 Global
VinFast pledges another $1b to scale EV production in Indonesia
Brookfield buys eight logistics, industrial assets in Singapore for $262m
Greater China
DeepSeek’s breakout success and Beijing’s strong policy support drive massive capital inflows.
Investors must have patience and focus on the fundamentals of the asset class and the region.
The region needs flexible capital structures that go beyond venture funding.
Execs from CIP and Seraya Partners spoke on Asia’s infra opportunities.
Rest of Asia
The market is seen as relatively free of geopolitical risk, and the economy is stable.
Philippines
Panellists discussed the SE Asia Startup Funding Report: H1 2025 at our recent Summit.
Investors emphasise core strengths instead of short-term uncertainties.
While LP-led deals are growing, pricing and asset quality keep investors selective.
LPs question unproven exits in EMs, but early profitability and upcoming IPOs offer hope.