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“In many parts of Asia, excluding Singapore, you don’t have very good access to credit cards. So, many people would actually go to lending companies if they need cash,” Jerome Eger, CEO of Smile API, said in an exclusive interview
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Retailers less familiar with the China market could start with Tmall and JD Worldwide.
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The world's largest sporting goods retailer lets clients pick up online orders on the go.
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The city-state's high spending power and big Chinese commune make it an ideal entry point in the Southeast Asian market.
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Analysts are not too worried about the impact of US tariffs.
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The Singapore bank expects significant tech advancements in the next five to 10 years.
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The Singaporean insurer is targeting spontaneous travellers who love concerts.