RHB’s annual “ESG Diamonds in the Rough” report spotlights 10 undervalued ASEAN companies that pair strong financial performance with solid ESG practices. Alexander Chia, Head of Regional Equity Research at RHB Research, explains how these companies are identified, how they have performed, and what sets them apart.



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RHB’s annual “ESG Diamonds in the Rough” report spotlights 10 undervalued ASEAN companies that pair strong financial performance with solid ESG practices. Alexander Chia, Head of Regional Equity Research at RHB Research, explains how these companies are identified, how they have performed, and what sets them apart.Image Credit: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Shutterstock.com">Shutterstock.co</a>

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Spotlight On Undervalued ESG Leaders In ASEAN

The global energy crisis stemming from the escalation of conflict in the Middle East is exposing gaps in ASEAN energy supply chains and infrastructure. How might the crisis shape the future trajectory of energy development in the region, including renewable energy adoption? We discuss the trends with Trung Ghi, Partner at Arthur D. Little.


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The global energy crisis stemming from the escalation of conflict in the Middle East is exposing gaps in ASEAN energy supply chains and infrastructure. How might the crisis shape the future trajectory of energy development in the region, including renewable energy adoption? We discuss the trends with Trung Ghi, Partner at Arthur D. Little. Image Credit: Shutterstock

 Will The Gulf Crisis Accelerate ASEAN Power Plans?

RHB recently issued the 11th edition of its ESG Diamonds in the Rough report, highlighting sustainable investment opportunities in key ASEAN markets. We discuss the ESG investing trends and top picks from the report with Alex Chia, Head of Regional Equity Research at RHB.



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RHB recently issued the 11th edition of its ESG Diamonds in the Rough report, highlighting sustainable investment opportunities in key ASEAN markets. We discuss the ESG investing trends and top picks from the report with Alex Chia, Head of Regional Equity Research at RHB.Image Credit: Shutterstock

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Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) technology has been touted as an important decarbonisation strategy as part of national net zero emission plans. But what does it take for CCUS projects to be commercially viable? We discuss this with Chris Thackeray, CCUS Lead at the international consultancy Baringa.



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Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) technology has been touted as an important decarbonisation strategy as part of national net zero emission plans. But what does it take for CCUS projects to be commercially viable? We discuss this with Chris Thackeray, CCUS Lead at the international consultancy Baringa.Image Credit: Shutterstock

Spotlight On Undervalued ESG Leaders In ASEAN

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