– 23 January 2026 – Vietnam’s Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SeABank) announced its 2025 business results, reporting balanced growth in both scale and efficiency. SeABank’s comprehensive restructuring of a vertically integrated business model, combined with a flexible operating strategy, has driven impressive 2025 results: Pre-tax profit reached VND6.868 trillion, up 13.73% YoY and achieving 106% of annual KPIs; NoII surged by 80.54% to VND4.410 trillion; TOI reached VND14.114 trillion, up 13.74% and fulfilling 112% of annual KPIs. CIR improved to 33.01%, driven by comprehensive digitalization and operational optimization. ROE exceeded KPIs, reaching 14.62%, reflecting improved capital efficiency and…
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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 January 2026 – IX Asia Indexes today announced the 2025 4th quarter review of the ixCrypto Index Series and the IX Digital Asset Industry Index Series. The constituent changes will be implemented on the effective date of 30th January 2026 (Friday). The results of the constituent review and exchange review are as follows: 1. Constituent Review – ixCrypto Index Series1.1 ixCrypto Index (“IXCI”) The number of constituents will remain unchanged at 19 with 3 additions and 3 deletions. Additions BNB Monero Zcash Deletions Toncoin Polkadot Uniswap After the change, the free…
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 January 2026 – As stablecoins, AI, and automated systems increasingly enter real-world finance and payments, digital asset infrastructure is approaching a critical inflection point. Enterprise blockchain infrastructure provider Cregis has announced it will participate in Consensus Hong Kong 2026, taking place February 10–12, where it will engage with industry peers on the evolving role of stablecoins, enterprise asset management, and emerging technologies in financial systems. Attendees can visit Booth 1808 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre to explore Cregis’ infrastructure offerings, including its crypto payment engine, self-custody MPC wallet…
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2026 – 22 January 2026 – The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS) held the 2024/25 Caring Company Scheme Recognition Ceremony today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Mr. Chris SUN Yuk-han, JP, Secretary for Labour and Welfare of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, attended as the Guest of Honour. This year, a total of 3,500 caring companies and organisations were recognised. The Caring Company Scheme Recognition Ceremony cum Release of the Caring Business Achievements Overiview concluded successfully today, Mr. Chris SUN, JP, Secretary for Labour…
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2026 – Hong Kong’s banking sector enters 2026 from a position of financial strength — well-capitalised, highly liquid, and supported by structural inflows and robust wealth management growth. Despite an evolving macroeconomic and investment environment, the sector remains well-positioned to pursue targeted growth opportunities. KPMG’s latest report, the Hong Kong Banking Outlook 2026, expects Hong Kong banks to capitalise on the strong wealth management pipeline and a revitalised IPO market, deploying capital where risk-adjusted returns appear most attractive. The report also spotlights the key priorities for the year ahead: advancing…
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2026 – This news release is made by Johnson Electric Holdings Limited (“Johnson Electric” or the “Company” and together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) for the business operations and selected unaudited financial information of the Group for the nine months ended 31 December 2025. The Group’s sales for the nine months ended 31 December 2025 were US$2,726 million compared to US$2,730 million for the same period in the previous financial year, a decrease of approximately US$4 million. Exchange rate movements had a favourable impact of US$40 million on the Group’s…
METRO MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2026 – The Jollibee Group recently reported positive developments across its Coffee and Tea and Chinese Cuisine segments, reflecting strong execution, disciplined expansion, and continued momentum across key international markets. Coffee and Tea Segment: Accelerated Growth Driven by key Coffee brands The Coffee segment delivered robust expansion, supported by new store openings across Compose Coffee and Highlands Coffee. Combined, the segment recorded strong percentage growth alongside a healthy pipeline of new store openings (NSOs), reinforcing the Group’s confidence in the long-term potential of its Coffee and Tea portfolio. South Korea-…
SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2026 – DHL Global Forwarding, the air and ocean freight specialist of DHL Group, has recently launched TRUCKAIR, a new cost-efficient multimodal service designed to support large-volume and bulky shipments moving between China and Europe. This new service meets the growing demand for flexible and reliable logistics amid evolving global trade dynamics. Connecting China and Europe-DHL’s TRUCKAIR offers speed and cost efficiency The TRUCKAIR solution integrates road and air freight to strike an optimal balance between cost and speed. Following inland pickup in China, the goods are transported via truck to…
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is set to activate the Thailand Co-creator programme later this month, with coordinated creator journeys taking place from 23–25 January and a global content rollout scheduled throughout February. The programme marks the operational phase of the Trusted Thailand platform, moving from strategic direction to immersive, on-the-ground storytelling designed to strengthen Thailand’s image as a destination for healing, renewal, and quality leisure travel in short-haul markets. Mr. Nithee Seeprae, TAT Deputy Governor for Marketing Communications, said the Thailand Co-creator programme is designed to extend…
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2026 – Chubb Life Hong Kong invites tennis fans and the wider community in Hong Kong to experience the excitement of the Australian Open 2026 at a viewing party, taking place at Taikoo Place, Quarry Bay, from January 30 to February 1, 2026. Tong Chong Street, located in the heart of Quarry Bay, will transform into a vibrant open-air sports arena, streaming live matches from the Australian Open 2026[1], one of the world’s premier tennis events. Alongside thrilling rallies and match points, guests can enjoy street-food favorites from food trucks,…
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2026 – Lambency Detailing, a name trusted by car owners across Singapore for its commitment to exceptional automotive care, is marking a significant new chapter. The company has officially opened its second outlet at WCEGA Plaza in Bukit Batok, making professional car grooming more accessible to clients in the west, just as demand is set to surge for Chinese New Year. Recognised as the Sgcarmart Star Merchant from 2021 to 2026 and a SONAX Authorised Premium Detailer, Lambency Detailing blends world-class German technology with unrivalled workmanship. Led by IDA-certified professionals, the team…
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2026 – As competition for medical school places in the UK continues to rise, with more than 25,700 applicants for Medicine programs in 2025, St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, outlines the key pathways and General Medical Council (GMC) requirements for South Korean students aiming to study medicine and practice in the UK. Source: St. George’s University With its National Health Service (NHS), the UK remains one of the world’s leading destinations for medical training, offering structured clinical education, diverse patient exposure, and long-term career…
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 January 2026 – Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), has joined about 3,000 world leaders attending the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland (January 19-23). During the WEF Annual Meeting 2026, themed “A Spirit of Dialogue”, Mr Chan attends, speaks and joins discussions at several keynote meetings, luncheons and dinners. He also meets with political, business and financial leaders to brief them on the latest situation in Hong Kong as well as the city’s new opportunities. Mr Chan attended…
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 January 2026 – On January 21, 2026, the two-day 2026 Functional Food & Wellness Summit (FFWS 2026) successfully concluded in Bangkok, Thailand. As an flagship annual event and benchmark hub in the global functional food sector, especially across the Asia-Pacific region, the summit fulfills the core mission of linking top global industrial resources and guiding the industry’s innovative development. It gathered over 150 industry elites from more than 20 countries and regions, including China, Canada, the U.S., France, Italy, Spain, Australia, Thailand, Japan, Malaysia, India, Singapore, and Indonesia. Among them were core…
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 January 2026 – The Jollibee Group has formally inaugurated its newest – and its largest commissary in Visayas and Mindanao province – in Danao City, on January 8, 2026, a state-of-the-art facility designed to power the company’s expanding manufacturing and logistics footprint across the rapidly growing VisMin region and the wider Philippines. Jollibee Group officially inaugurates its largest, state-of-the-art commissary in Cebu, Philippines, strengthening its Visayas and Mindanao operations, supporting multiple brands, creating jobs, and advancing sustainable growth across the country. The inauguration was attended by national and local government leaders, including…
HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 January 2026 – Vinhomes is signaling a strategic shift in Vietnam’s urban expansion with the development of Vinhomes Green Paradise, a 2,870-hectare coastal project in Can Gio. By integrating ESG++ principles and aligning with international benchmarks such as BREEAM, the developer is positioning its large-scale assets to meet the transparency and sustainability requirements of global institutional investors. By the end of October 2025, Vietnam’s real estate sector accounted for the second-highest volume of new FDI registrations, totaling $2.75 billion. With $1.5 billion successfully disbursed, the sector’s performance aligns with…
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 January 2026 – Shopee Malaysia kicked off the Year of the Horse with Shopee House: CNY Sale at Ukay Hills, Bukit Antarabangsa, marking the first major festive campaign of 2026. The flagship event brought together brands, affiliates, and content creators to celebrate the new year with Shopee sharing its strategic roadmap for 2026, setting the tone for a year of exciting growth. Jimmy Tan, Head of Campaigns at Shopee Malaysia Celebrating a decade of leadership, Jimmy Tan, Head of Campaigns at Shopee Malaysia, highlighted how the platform has evolved over the…
BARCELONA, SPAIN – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 January 2026 – The 450 MHz spectrum is becoming a key driver in smart grids due to its unique advantages. Once seen as a traditional frequency band, it has seen revitalization for industrial digitalization. At HUAWEI CONNECT 2025, Jason Li, President of Global Marketing & Solutions from Huawei’s Electric Power Digitalization Business Unit, gave a statement. “In the power industry, there are three key trends on the distribution side. Firstly, a massive amount of new energy will be integrated into the grid. Taking China as an example, by 2030, the installed capacity…
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 January 2026 – On January 19, Elong Hotel Technology Group, China’s innovative integrated accommodation industry platform, and Evians Holdings International, a new force in Malaysia’s cultural tourism sector, jointly held a strategic launch event in Kuala Lumpur. The two parties signed a comprehensive cooperation agreement and completed the signing of their first batch of collaborative projects. The milestone was witnessed by nearly 200 investors, industry partners, and media representatives. (The Scene of the strategic cooperation press conference of Elong Hotel Technology Group& Evians Holdings Internetional’s Cooperation) This collaboration arrives at a…
NIIGATA PREFECTURE, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 January 2026 – Located close to the heart of Niigata Prefecture, the Tsubame-Sanjo area is a traditional Japanese mecca of craftsmanship with a 600-year history dating back to the Muromachi period, when metal casting first flourished here. It is about two hours from Tokyo by bullet train. Many products beloved both in Japan and around the world are born here, from kitchen knives and Western-style cutlery to tools and outdoor gear. To preserve the techniques behind these diverse products, the central region situated around Tsubame-Sanjo has established initiatives that include certifying…