CNBC • 20th May 2026

U.S. indicts four Chinese container manufacturers alleging pandemic-era price-fixing cartel

The U.S. Justice Department has indicted four Chinese shipping giants for conspiring to restrict container output to fix prices during the pandemic era, in one of the most significant antitrust actions brought against Chinese firms in years, even as both sides seek to stabilize bilateral ties.China International Marine Containers, or CIMC, Singamas Container Holdings, Shanghai Universal Logistics Equipment, and CXIC Group Containers colluded to cut container output from November 2019 to early 20...

CNBC • 15th May 2026

Singapore Airlines sticking with Air India for the "long game" despite losses

Singapore Airlines has seen Air India drag on its earnings for about five quarters, but analysts and the airline say the investment will pay off in the long term.SIA reported on Thursday a record revenue of 20.5 billion Singapore dollars ($16.06 billion) for its financial year ended March 31, as operating profit surged 39% to SG$2.38 billion on higher demand, higher yields and lower full year net fuel cost, SIA said. However, net profit plunged 57.4% year-on-year to SG$1.18 billion— mainly owing...

CNBC • 10th April 2026

Why ships bound for the Middle East are piling up across Asia

Congestion in Singapore's waters is rising as the Iran war disrupts shipping routes, forcing vessels bound for the Middle East to drop anchor near its ports. See how Singapore's highly automated port — the world's largest transshipment hub — is managing the surge in traffic.For information on CNBC's CONVERGE LIVE event which takes place in Singapore 22-23 April 2026, visit: www.cnbc.com/converge-live/ Congestion in Singapore's waters is rising as the Iran war disrupts shipping routes, forcing v...

CNBC • 27th March 2026

Why airlines are paying more for cleaner fuel — and who foots the bill

Sustainable aviation fuel is expensive. With mandates rising and levies on the way, the question remains: Who should pay for it?

CNBC • 12th March 2026

Chasing high‑spending visitors: Why business travelers are the new tourism gold

Singapore is betting big on business events—because they pay off. On average, business travelers spend nearly twice as much as leisure visitors.

CNBC • 19th February 2026

When global mobility becomes power: Why some passports open doors and others don’t

For some passport strength is all about travel. For others, it's about maximizing business opportunities while securing a "Plan B" strategy in an increasingly uncertain world.

CNBC • 6th February 2026

Anduril founder says U.S. can spend billions less on defense: We 'spend too much money on the wrong thing'

For starters, defense spending is not an accurate way to measure military strength, Palmer Luckey said on CNBC's "Squawk Box Asia" Wednesday.

CNBC • 15th January 2026

The U.S. freezes new immigrant visas for 75 countries: See the list

The U.S. State Department announced Wednesday it will pause the issuance of immigrant visas to citizens of 75 countries over concerns about future reliance on public assistance.

CNBC • 25th December 2025

5 major trends set to shape travel in 2026

CNBC analyzed 25 year-end travel reports and identified the five biggest trends that are set to shape the year ahead.

CNBC • 14th November 2025

Singapore Airlines' earnings take another, much larger hit from Air India losses

Singapore Airlines' earnings plunged 82%, as losses from Air India and "associated companies" rose to $295 million in the second quarter of 2025.

CNBC • 11th November 2025

Sonder announces bankruptcy plans; tells guests to vacate hotel rooms: 'People were scrambling'

Marriott cuts ties, and Sonder goes bust.

CNBC • 16th October 2025

Flyers once viewed airport biometrics with fear and skepticism. Now they prefer it

Once viewed with fear and skepticism, airport biometric screenings are now preferred and even expected by passengers.

CNBC • 14th October 2025

Coffee and ‘chili crab’ ice cream: How luxury fashion brands like Coach are capturing Asian consumers

A Ralph Lauren letter jacket retails for around $900 Singapore dollars. But a vanilla latte in its cafe? A comparative steal at SG$9.

CNBC • 3rd October 2025

Singapore's Formula One race boosts tourism beyond its borders

Flight bookings show some travelers are staying in Southeast Asia, while others are headed to the Maldives and Fiji.

CNBC • 2nd October 2025

Singapore's F1 race boosts tourism to the island — and other parts of Asia-Pacific

Racegoers are coupling the race with trips to Japan, Thailand and Indonesia, among other destinations in Asia-Pacific.

CNBC • 18th September 2025

Conversion is the 'untold' story of hospitality industry: Hilton

Alan Watts, Hilton's President of Asia-Pacific, spoke to CNBC about the company's regional expansion plans and travel demand in India.

CNBC • 10th September 2025

Where Asians want to travel in Asia in 2025

Bali. Bangkok. The Maldives. These destinations often top "bucket lists" for global travelers, but not for Asian travelers, search data from Booking.com this year showed.

CNBC • 7th September 2025

The U.S. is losing travelers. Here are the countries that stand to benefit

The United States stands to lose about $30 billion in international tourism this year, as the country's political environment and strong dollar continue to deter foreign travelers from visiting. That loss will be others' gain.

CNBC • 2nd September 2025

'Gringos leave': Protests targeting travelers rise as overtourism anger grows

Resident protests are increasing in both frequency and size. But are they working?

CNBC • 27th August 2025

Leisure travel to the U.S. is down, but business bookings are up

Tourists may be looking elsewhere, but business travel to the country remained stable in the first half of 2025.