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The Canadian pension fund continues to see strong opportunities in Asian markets even after shuttering its regional hub as part of a broader cost-cutting initiative.

Jenni Risku of Click Ventures, a Singapore and Hong Kong based single family office highlights the growing role of community-building and AI in tackling global challenges while mitigating risks for investors.

Canada's pension giant increases its total investment in National Highways Infra Trust to $669 million, reinforcing its long-term commitment to India's infrastructure sector despite diplomatic tensions.

AsianInvestor surveyed asset managers to determine if private credit markets in Asia are genuinely protected from worldwide economic pressures, or if its growing integration with global financial systems exposes it to similar vulnerabilities.

Asia's real estate sector continues to demonstrate resilience against the fog of uncertainty, as investors increasingly pivot toward the living sector across Japan, South Korea, and other key markets.

Private credit markets in the US and Europe show signs of overheating, while Asia offers a less saturated, more insulated alternative—but navigating it demands an in-depth understanding according to industry experts.

Private credit markets are pricing risk at historically low levels despite increasing uncertainty. Leading asset managers point to several overlooked warning signals that could spell trouble for unprepared investors.

Industry experts remain divided on Beijing's potential intervention in the $22.8 billion port sale, with the fate of these strategic shipping assets hanging in geopolitical balance.

Facing massive energy demands, AI development pushes institutional investors toward data center power solutions.

Investors are demanding more detailed ESG disclosures from private market managers, with carbon emissions and social impact taking centre stage.

Rumah Group and Foundation is steadily expanding its footprint beyond ocean investments, carving out a thoughtful approach to decarbonisation in the built space, balancing financial returns with sustainable impact.

Developed APAC countries like Japan, South Korea, Australia offer promising real estate opportunities thanks to the e-commerce boom, but investors are still cautious about China's market.