July 12th, 2018
Stealing the spotlight
‘Stealth’ companies shine in this year’s ranking of Asia300 power performers
The Big Story
'Stealth' companies steal the spotlight in this year's Asia300 ranking
Suppliers quietly build fortunes while consumer brands enjoy a spending boom
The Big Story
China's appetite for infrastructure investment creates big winners
Indian drugmakers are among the biggest losers in this year's list
Company in focus
Xiaomi is in a class of its own, founder claims
Chinese smartphone upstart challenges market analysts ahead of stock listing
Companies
Ailing Thai media grow dependent on junta's financial support
Newspapers and TV networks struggle to maintain credibility
Companies
HNA deal-maker's death rocks shares and group's future
Wang Jian was central to offloading Hilton and Deutsche Bank stakes
Asia300
Samsung counts on foldable smartphones for 2019 profit recharge
Flexible displays that allow for larger screens could give boost to sagging revenue
Companies
Vietnam smartphone makers break from Samsung empire
Domestic brands challenge global majors with low-priced models
Business trends
Now 88 years old, Suzuki chairman sets goals for year 2030
Company aims to sell 5 million cars in Indian market alone
Business trends
Vineyard seizures highlight French worries about Chinese investments
Police investigate suspicions of money laundering in purchases of Bordeaux chateaux
Asia300
Jollibee seeks Mexican fast-food chain in global expansion drive
Philippines' quick-serve restaurant leader wants deeper US presence
Nikkei Markets
Telekom Malaysia cuts revenue, capital expenditure aims for 2018
Intensifying competition, rising cost, clients' tepid spending pressuring income
Companies
Taiwan's HTC to cut 1,500 jobs
Smartphone vendor reduces 20% of staff as Asian rivals deal body blows
Asia Insight
India's new 'Modi doctrine' straddles the US-China divide
PM abruptly changes diplomatic tack to shape the Indo-Pacific order
Hun Sen's Cambodia
Garment workers pressured to vote in looming Cambodia elections
Voters apathetic after opposition party outlawed; turnout will hint at legitimacy
Malaysia in transition
Najib's corruption charges taint Malaysian political dynasty
Former leader's family faces 1MDB fallout as arrest lifts hope for transparency
Trade war
US-China trade war jolts global industry
Higher costs for producers force hard choices on prices and procurement
Economy
China growth to slow to 6.6%, economists say
Trade tensions to knock off 0.3 point from last year's growth
Economy
Inflation hits Asian manufacturers despite monetary countermeasures
PMI readings for June suggest further interest rate hikes may be in order
Datawatch
New York's Asian restaurants fare poorly in health inspections
Eateries risk scaring away diners as their grades slip
Opinion
China's new research rules will shackle Xi's innovation drive
Push for high-tech prowess requires sharing of scientific data
Opinion
India's post-poverty challenge
The poor now mostly have enough food, but need better clinics, schools and administrators
Opinion
Japan's regions must bypass Tokyo and go global
The tech revolution offers a chance to revive declining local economies
The Nikkei View
The US and China must stop their dangerous game of trade chicken
With the global economy at stake, it is time to ease tensions through dialogue
Arts
George Town marks UNESCO anniversary amid debate
Conservationists seek development rethink in Malaysian heritage city
Life
Thai sisters' fashion label sells the stuff of daydreams
Sretsis' flowery motifs and confluence of influences attract fans across generations
Arts
Russian-born painter adds bite to Macau art scene
In China's casino capital, Konstantin Bessmertny takes the biggest risks
