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Kelun-Biotech Announces 2026 Interim Results

CHENGDU, China, Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (“Kelun-Biotech” or the “Company“, Stock Code: 6990.HK) announces its unaudited consolidated results for the period ended 30 June 2026 (the “Reporting Period“).

Key information is as follows:

  • Revenue amounted to approximately RMB 978 million, with sales of pharmaceutical products reaching RMB 657 million, up by 112% compared to the same period last year, driven by two factors: expert recognition of high quality clinical data and shift in treatment paradigms, and comprehensive enhancement of drug accessibility.
  • The Company has established a comprehensive operational system in China encompassing R&D, manufacturing, quality management, and commercialization, with integrated drug development capabilities. The Company is also pursuing global expansion through international collaborations, leveraging external partnerships to accumulate global clinical development and commercialization experience, while exploring diversified pathways to progressively achieve independent overseas market entry.
  • Focusing on ADC and novel DC, the Company not only has two ADC products that have been approved for marketing, but has also built a product pipeline that is differentiated and complimentary to approved ADCs in indications, efficacy performance and safety profile. Through the free combination of conjugation drug components, as well as the pairing with a diverse range of targeting conjugates including antibodies, small molecules, and peptides that leverage TAA/IO/ anti-angiogenetic-based mechanisms, the Company has proactively positioned innovative DC assets, including single-payload DCs such as radioisotope-based/ immuno-agonist-based/degrader-based, and dual-payload DCs such as cytotoxin + cytotoxin or immuno-agonist or degrader combinations, among others.
  • Doubling down on ADC + IO therapies, including the combination of ADCs with PD-(L)1 or PD-1/VEGF agents, as well as the development of drug candidates with synergetic MoAs within one ADC compound.
  • Beyond oncology, the Company has also expanded into important therapeutic areas such as autoimmune and metabolic diseases, and is currently conducting multiple clinical studies for asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and atopic dermatitis.

Clinical development progresses efficiently, with a tiered expansion of the pipeline matrix

Focusing on high-incidence tumors such as lung cancer and breast cancer, the Company has built a well-layered clinical pipeline with significant synergistic potential, covering drug modalities including ADCs, immunotherapies, and small-molecule targeted therapies, while further expanding into major therapeutic areas such as autoimmune and metabolic diseases.


Approved ADC Products

Sac-TMT (TROP2 ADC, sacituzumab tirumotecan) (also known as SKB264/MK-2870) (佳泰莱®)
The product has currently received marketing approval for four indications, namely 2L+ TNBC, 2L/3L EGFR-mutant NSCLC, and 2L+ HR+/HER2- BC. In addition, two new indication drug applications have been accepted for review, covering the combination with pembrolizumab for 1L PD-L1-positive NSCLC, and as a monotherapy for 1L TNBC.

Clinical progress in the reporting period:

  • Marketing approval for 2L+ HR+/HER2- BC
  • New indication drug applications accepted for 1L TNBC and 1L PD-L1-positive NSCLC
  • The OptiTROP-Lung06 registrational trial in China for 1L PD-L1-negative non-squamous NSCLC met primary endpoint
  • The global Phase 3 TroFuse-005 trial for 2L+ EC met primary endpoints
  • Two global Phase 3 trials for OC & UC initiated in H1 2026
  • Phase 2 study in combination with SKB118 for NSCLC initiated
  • Granted BTD for 1L PD-L1-positive NSCLC from NMPA

Drawing on all the aforementioned key advances, sac‑TMT has clearly embodied four core development strategies: advancing from monotherapy to combo-therapy, shifting from later-line to earlier-line treatment settings, expanding indications, and conducting clinical research from China to the global.

Trastuzumab botidotin (HER2 ADC, also known as A166) (舒泰莱®)
One indication has received marketing approval for the treatment of 2L+ HER2+ BC. Its Phase 2 clinical study in HER2+ BC patients previously treated with topoisomerase inhibitor ADCs is ongoing.

Other ADC and novel DC assets

The Company has also built a pipeline of innovative assets that are differentiated from and complementary to approved ADCs in indications, efficacy and safety profile, including SKB315 (CLDN18.2 ADC), SKB410 (Nectin-4 ADC), SKB571 (novel bsADC), SKB107 (RDC), SKB103 (TAA-IO bsADC), and SKB565 (novel dual-payload ADC), among others.

Non-DC Assets

Clinical progress in the reporting period:
SKB118/CR-001 (PD-1/VEGF bsAb): The IND application for the treatment of solid tumors has been approved by the NMPA, and a Phase 1/2 clinical trial is ongoing.
SKB378/WIN378 (TSLP mAb): A Phase 1 clinical trial in healthy subjects has been completed in China, and its IND application for the treatment of COPD has also been approved by the NMPA.
SKB575 (TSLP/undisclosed target bsAb): Phase 1 clinical trials for atopic dermatitis and asthma are ongoing in China.

Major Key Research Findings Presented at International Academic Conferences & Journals

  • The Phase 3 trial evaluating sac-TMT plus pembrolizumab versus pembrolizumab monotherapy for first-line treatment of PD-L1-positive advanced NSCLC was delivered as an oral presentation at ASCO 2026 and concurrently published in The Lancet. Compared with single-agent immunotherapy, this combination regimen yielded a significant prolongation in PFS (HR = 0.35), with consistent PFS benefits observed across all predefined subgroups; an OS benefit trend was also observed (HR = 0.55).
  • The final OS analysis results from the pivotal study of sac-TMT for 3L EGFR-mutant NSCLC were selected as a LBA at ELCC 2026 and presented as a mini oral presentation.
  • Lunbotinib Fumarate Capsules (RET inhibitor, also known as A400/EP0031) (宁泰莱®[1]): Key Phase 2 clinical results for advanced RET fusion-positive NSCLC were presented in an oral presentation at ASCO 2026.

Multiple products gain market traction, with robust commercial growth momentum

To date, the Company has received marketing authorization for sac-TMT (佳泰莱®), tagitanlimab (科泰莱®), Cetuximab N01 (达泰莱®) and trastuzumab botidotin (舒泰莱®), of which 3 products covering 5 indications have been included in the National Reimbursement Drug List (NRDL). The Company has also submitted an NDA for Lunbotinib Fumarate Capsules, and upon regulatory communication and marketing approval, commercialization is expected to commence in the first half of 2027. With this, the Company’s initial commercial product portfolio, comprising 5 products, has taken shape.

In the first half of 2026, the total revenue from sales of pharmaceutical products reaching RMB 657 million, up by 112% compared to the same period last year.

Major growth drivers:

Expert Recognition of High‑Quality Clinical Data and Shift in Treatment Paradigms:

  • Data from a number of high‑quality clinical studies of international caliber have continued to be released, thereby continuously reinforcing the evidence-based clinical foundation of our products.
  • Recognized through authoritative endorsement from clinical guideline experts, as reflected in guidelines (CSCO, etc.) and clinical expert consensus.
  • 佳泰莱® is recognized as the “standard of care in 2L and the preferred regimen in 3L” in the LC, and is also the preferred brand among TROP2 ADC in TNBC.
  • Through ongoing medical education and academic exchange activities, clinicians have gained a deeper understanding of the products. Treatment paradigms have also evolved gradually.

Comprehensive Enhancement of Drug Accessibility

  • Effective translation of the benefits of NRDL inclusion: 3 indications of 佳泰莱® and 达泰莱® have been included in the 2025 NRDL, which officially took effect on January 1, 2026. This marks 佳泰莱® the only TROP2 ADC and the only domestic ADC in TNBC/NSCLC under the NRDL
  • Broader hospital access channels: Covers 30 provinces, over 300 prefectures and over 2,000 hospitals; Broaden reimbursement channels, including formal access, temporary procurement and dual-channel reimbursement;
  • Continuous expansion of the commercialization team: Established a team of 800+; nearly doubling YoY; Achieved extensive grassroots coverage of top-tier hospitals in high-potential districts

Sac-TMT (佳泰莱®) achieved positive results in its first global Phase 3 trial, accelerating global collaboration progress

  • Collaboration with Merck Sharp & Dohme (hereinafter referred to as the “MSD”) (默沙东): MSD has initiated 17 ongoing Phase 3 global clinical studies of sac-TMT as a monotherapy or in combination with pembrolizumab or other agents for several types of cancer, with indications covering breast cancer (BC), lung cancer (LC), gynecologic cancers, gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, and genitourinary (GU) cancers.
    In May 2026, MSD announced that the pivotal Phase 3 Trofuse-005 trial met its primary endpoints of OS and PFS in certain patients with advanced or recurrent EC. TroFuse-005 is the first global Phase 3 trial to demonstrate statistically significant improvement in both OS and PFS compared to chemotherapy for these patients, and sac-TMT is the first and only ADC to do so for patients with EC in this setting.
    Beyond sac‑TMT, the Company has also entered into collaborations with MSD on certain ADC assets, continuously exploring the optimal ADC pipeline portfolio.
  • Collaboration with Ellipses Pharma: Lunbotinib Fumarate Capsules (A400/EP0031) have received FDA approval to proceed into Phase 2 clinical development. A total of 42 clinical trial sites has been established in the United States, UK, Europe, and the United Arab Emirates for Lunbotinib Fumarate Capsules.
  • Collaboration with Windward Bio: Windward Bio is evaluating SKB378/WIN378 in the POLARIS Phase 2/3 global trial in patients with asthma and has dosed the first patients in the SIRIUS Phase 2 global study in patients with COPD.
  • Collaboration with Crescent Biopharma: Entered into a licensing collaboration with Crescent Biopharma for SKB105/CR-003.

ESG capabilities continue to strengthen, delivering outstanding results in capital market performance.

In terms of ESG, in May 2026, the Company was included in the “China ESG Impact List” by Fortune and was awarded bronze medal for “Most Committed to ESG (China)” under “Asia’s Best Company” by FinanceAsia. In March 2026, the Company had received a rating of “AA” in the MSCI ESG Rating Assessment.

In terms of capital markets, the Company was approved by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange to officially remove the “B” marker from its stock code on April 14, 2026. In addition, the Company completed the placing of H Shares in July 2026, with net proceeds from the Placing amounting to approximately HK$2,723.4 million.

Prospect

Kelun-Biotech will continue to drive innovation and strengthen its operational capabilities, steadily advancing towards becoming a world-class biopharmaceutical company. Specifically, the Company will implement the following development strategies: advancing differentiated pipelines targeting indications with significant medical needs; optimizing payload-linker strategies and novel DC designs and structures, while expanding applications in non-oncology diseases; enhancing its end-to-end drug development and commercialization capabilities; expanding its global footprint through strategic partnerships and improve our capabilities for the development, registration and commercialization of our products in ex-China market; and optimizing its operational systems with the aim of becoming a leading global biopharmaceutical company.

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About Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Kelun-Biotech (6990.HK) is a holding subsidiary of Kelun Pharmaceutical, which focuses on the R&D, manufacturing, commercialization and global collaboration of innovative biological drugs and small molecule drugs. Kelun-Biotech focuses on major disease areas such as solid tumors, autoimmune, and metabolic diseases, and in establishing a globalized drug development and industrialization platform to address the unmet medical needs in China and the rest of world. Kelun-Biotech is committed to becoming a leading global enterprise in the field of innovative drugs. At present, Kelun-Biotech has more than 30 ongoing key innovative drug projects, of which 4 projects with 8 indications have been approved for marketing, 2 projects with 3 indications are in the NDA stage and more than 10 projects are in the clinical stage. Kelun-Biotech has established one of the world’s leading proprietary ADC and novel DC platforms, OptiDC™, and has 2 ADC projects with 5 indications approved for marketing, and multiple ADC and novel DC assets in clinical or preclinical research stage. For more information, please visit https://en.kelun-biotech.com/.

[1]Trade name to be approved by NMPA.

 

Thunes to Support Fiserv’s Real-Time Global Payouts for Platforms

Capability enables Fiserv merchant customers to offer real-time international payouts via a single integration.

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, and Fiserv, a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology, today announced a strategic collaboration to transform how global platforms and marketplaces handle international payouts.

Through the alliance, Thunes will support payouts for Fiserv’s merchant ecosystem, enabling ecommerce platforms, marketplaces and other Fiserv clients to send money instantly around the world to pay employees, bills and suppliers.

By leveraging Thunes’ Direct Global Network, Fiserv clients will gain the ability to reach 12 billion bank accounts and mobile wallets in over 140 countries and 90 currencies.

Sanjay Saraf, Chief Product Officer, Fiserv Merchant Services, said: “As merchants expand across borders, they need payments that are as seamless as their growth ambitions. Our work with Thunes helps businesses move money globally with greater speed, transparency and predictability, supporting more efficient and scalable global operations.”

Chloé Mayenobe, Deputy CEO at Thunes, added: “We are thrilled to enable cross-border payments infrastructure for Fiserv as they expand the boundaries of what their customers can achieve. This collaboration further validates Thunes’ ability to support the world’s largest fintechs with a robust global network designed to support compliant and efficient cross-border payouts. Together with Fiserv, we are powering the future of global commerce by making cross-border payments transparent, reliable, and real-time in supported markets.”

Kyle Rosen, Head of Americas at Thunes, added: “This collaboration with Fiserv captures the powerful momentum we are building in the US. U.S. platforms and marketplaces have historically faced significant friction when paying out globally at scale. Together, Thunes’ licensed U.S. payments capabilities and Fiserv’s merchant ecosystem can unlock increased speed and efficiency for businesses looking to capture global growth. We are proud to be the infrastructure engine driving this next chapter of real-time commerce for U.S. enterprises.”

This latest collaboration for Thunes represents another milestone for its growth in the Americas having obtained money transmission licenses in all U.S. states where required. Thunes continues to grow its support for major fintechs in the U.S. and around the world, offering fast, secure and reliable global money movement through its Direct Global Network.

About Thunes:

For more information, visit: https://www.thunes.com/

AiMOGA Robotics Crosses 2,000 Global Deliveries, with Robots to Serve Chery, OMODA&JAECOO, iCAUR and Lepas Showrooms across Key Destination Malaysia

WUHU, China, Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AiMOGA Robotics has crossed a major global milestone, surpassing 2,000 cumulative overseas deliveries with products and services now reaching more than 60 countries and regions. The company marked the achievement at a Global Delivery Ceremony held in Wuhu, Anhui, where robot arrays waving flags from around the world, a milestone lighting and a shipment dispatch underscored China’s robotics shift from product export to large-scale, systematic global expansion grounded in real-world business scenarios.


Malaysia has emerged as a key destination in AiMOGA’s global story. In 2025, the company first entered the automotive marketing service scenario there, taking the crucial “from 0 to 1” step in the overseas market — moving from prototype display to batch delivery and building a localized operation system. Across Malaysia, AiMOGA robots will serve showrooms and operations for Chery, OMODA&JAECOO, iCAUR and Lepas, bringing intelligent interaction experiences to local consumers. As part of this first wave of overseas deployments, dozens of AiMOGA units will operate across the mentioned Malaysian automotive showrooms, forming part of the broader 2,000-unit global footprint. From this base, the company has expanded into Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa and Latin America, and has obtained international certifications including EU CE and US FCC.

As an important part of Chery’s intelligent strategy, AiMOGA leverages nearly 30 years of Chery’s industrial accumulation in global markets, sharing its R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, channel and service systems. “Going global is not just about product capability, but full-chain capability including R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, delivery, services and localized operations,” said Zhang Guibing, President of Chery International and AiMOGA Robotics. “Only by truly integrating into the local market can long-term development be achieved.”

AiMOGA applies its robots across automotive marketing, smart police services, medical guidance and public spaces. In the first half of this year, 110 units of AiMOGA Smart Traffic Police Robots were put into use in multiple cities in China, providing regular services in traffic command, order guidance and safety promotion. With Chinese robotics accelerating from product export toward capability export, the company is contributing Chinese wisdom and solutions to the global intelligent industry — from the globalization of the automotive industry to that of the robotics industry.

Advancing in Solve for Tomorrow STEM Competition Samsung Malaysia Unveils Top 10 Young Innovator Teams

Semi-finalists will continue their innovation journey by developing prototypes and competing for prizes worth RM47,000 in Samsung products.

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Spotlighting the next generation of innovators applying STEM, design thinking and technology to improve lives in their communities, Samsung Malaysia, in collaboration with Universiti Malaya, today announced the Top 10 semi-finalist teams advancing in the eighth edition of Solve for Tomorrow 2026.

Samsung Malaysia's Solve for Tomorrow 2026 Empowers 10 Young Innovator Teams to Turn Ideas into Impact
Samsung Malaysia’s Solve for Tomorrow 2026 Empowers 10 Young Innovator Teams to Turn Ideas into Impact

Selected from participants across Malaysia based on the originality, feasibility and impact of their submissions, the Top 10 teams will now take their ideas to the next level by refining their concepts, developing prototypes and competing for a place in the Grand Finale.

This year’s submissions showcased the passion and ingenuity of young Malaysians, with participants presenting solutions across four key themes:

Environmental Sustainability 

Explored ideas that promote a greener future,
including waste management, resource
conservation and climate resilience.

Sport and Technology

Focused on leveraging innovation to enhance
sports participation, performance, accessibility
and community engagement.

Health

Proposed solutions that support healthier
lifestyles, wellbeing and access to healthcare.

Education

Encouraged the use of technology to make

learning more engaging, inclusive and effective 
for all.

Following a rigorous evaluation process, a panel of judges from Universiti Malaya selected the top 10 teams whose ideas demonstrated creativity, practicality and the potential to create meaningful impact.

“At Samsung, we believe innovation begins with the confidence to take the first step,” said Agnes Wong, Head of Corporate Marketing, Samsung Malaysia Electronics. “The ideas we have seen this year reflect not only creativity, but a strong sense of purpose among young Malaysians to solve real challenges. Through Solve for Tomorrow, we are proud to nurture this spirit and support the next generation of changemakers.”

Meet the Top 10 Semi-Finalist Teams (in no particular order), each recognised for the potential impact of their ideas. Representing schools from across Malaysia, these teams will continue to develop their solutions with guidance from Samsung Malaysia and Universiti Malaya mentors.

School

Team Name

State

Idea

Sekolah Berasrama
Penuh Integrasi
Rawang

Replast

Selangor

Environmental 
Sustainability

SMK Beluran

EcoTerraNitro

Sabah

Environmental 
Sustainability

SMK Bukit Jambul

SafeNest

Pulau Pinang 

Health

SMK Raja Muda
Musa, Kuala Selangor 

Ecolab Junior

Selangor

Health

SMK Seri Panching

iSAFE Path

Pahang

Sports & Technology 

SMK Shah Alam

GulaGirls

Selangor

Health

SMK Tarat

Spark X Trio

Sarawak

Health

SMK Telok Panglima
Garang

Food
Freshness
Bioplastic Patch 

Selangor

Health

Vision Secondary 
School Tawau

Primates

Sabah

Environmental 
Sustainability

MRSM Bagan Datuk

InnovateZ

Perak

Health

The Top 10 teams will now take the next step in their Solve for Tomorrow journey, working closely with their mentors to enhance their ideas, develop working prototypes and strengthen their innovation capabilities. Participants will also take part in a Design Thinking Workshop designed to equip them with valuable skills in creative problem-solving, collaboration and solution development as they prepare for the next stage of the competition.

Their journey will culminate at the Grand Finale, where they will pitch their innovations to a distinguished panel of judges for the opportunity to win Samsung products worth up to a total of RM114,000.

Through Solve for Tomorrow, Samsung Malaysia continues to empower young innovators with the skills, mentorship and opportunities to turn bold ideas into meaningful impact.

For more information on Solve for Tomorrow, please visit – https://www.samsung.com/my/solvefortomorrow/

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, digital signage, smartphones, wearables, tablets, home appliances and network systems, as well as memory, system LSI and foundry. Samsung is also advancing medical imaging technologies, HVAC solutions and robotics, while creating innovative automotive and audio products through Harman. With its SmartThings ecosystem, open collaboration with partners, and integration of AI across its portfolio, Samsung delivers a seamless and intelligent connected experience. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com.

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Dingdong to Report Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results on August 20, 2026

SHANGHAI, Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dingdong (Cayman) Limited (“Dingdong” or the “Company”) (NYSE: DDL), a leading fresh grocery e-commerce company in China, with advanced supply chain capabilities, today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, before U.S. markets open on August 20, 2026.

About Dingdong (Cayman) Limited

Dingdong is the leading fresh grocery e-commerce company in mainland China, with sustainable long-term growth. The Company directly provides users and households with fresh groceries, prepared food, and other food products through delivering a convenient and excellent shopping experience supported by an extensive self-operated frontline fulfillment grid. Leveraging its deep insights into consumers’ evolving needs and its strong food innovation capabilities, Dingdong has successfully launched a series of private label products spanning a variety of food categories. Many of Dingdong’s private label products are produced at its own production plants, allowing it to more efficiently produce and offer safe and high-quality food products. Dingdong aims to be the first choice for fresh and food shopping.

For more information, please visit: https://ir.100.me.

IHH Healthcare and Prudential Partner to Offer Policyholders More Day Surgery Care Options at Mount Elizabeth Royal Square

Partnering for better care: Mount Elizabeth Royal Square day surgery centre becomes the first IHH Healthcare facility to join Prudential’s PRUPanel Connect network


SINGAPORE– Media OutReach Newswire – 17 August 2026 – Mount Elizabeth Royal Square, a private day surgery centre, has been added to Prudential Singapore’s (“Prudential”) PRUPanel Connect panel network with effect from 1 August 2026. The empanelment was commemorated at a signing ceremony between Parkway Hospitals Singapore Pte. Ltd. and Prudential.

PRUShield Integrated Shield plan policyholders with eligible PRUExtra riders can now seek treatment at Mount Elizabeth Royal Square where they will have access to participating specialists and enjoy panel benefits.

Mount Elizabeth Royal Square is the first facility under IHH Healthcare Singapore to be included in the PRUPanel Connect network.

Dr Peter Chow, Chief Executive Officer, IHH Healthcare Singapore, said: “We are pleased to partner Prudential to bring Mount Elizabeth Royal Square into the PRUPanel Connect network. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to improving access to quality private healthcare, while giving eligible patients greater assurance and convenience when they require day surgery or endoscopy care.”

Chan San San, Chief Executive Officer, Prudential Singapore, said: “At Prudential, we want to make it easier for customers to navigate their healthcare journey with confidence. By adding Mount Elizabeth Royal Square to PRUPanel Connect, we are strengthening our panel ecosystem and giving PRUShield Extra customers more options for specialist day surgery care, supported by the benefits and assurance of our panel network.”

Opened in 2025, Mount Elizabeth Royal Square is a day surgery and endoscopy centre offering hospital-equivalent safety standards, shorter waiting times, dedicated procedure slots, and a seamless patient experience. The centre also provides bedside ultrasound services, a dedicated patient lounge, and is conveniently located right next to Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital.

Through PRUPanel Connect, eligible Prudential customers have access to value-added services when they seek treatment with participating specialists at panel healthcare institutions. These services are available to customers holding eligible PRUExtra policies, including PRUExtra Premier Care, PRUExtra Preferred Care, PRUExtra Premier, PRUExtra Premier CoPay and PRUExtra Preferred CoPay. Customers may enjoy benefits such as cashless admission with an electronic Letter of Guarantee of up to S$15,000, subject to eligibility, as well as keep renewable premiums stable for panel-approved claims.

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About IHH Healthcare Singapore

IHH Healthcare Singapore (IHH SG) is part of IHH Healthcare, a world leader in integrated care with a presence in 10 markets across the world. As Singapore’s largest private healthcare provider, IHH SG operates an integrated network of four multi-award-winning acute hospitals – Gleneagles Hospital, Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital and Parkway East Hospital – where more than 1,800 accredited specialists provide quality multi-disciplinary specialist care.

IHH SG’s network extends beyond acute and tertiary care to primary, specialty care and ancillary services. Its Parkway brand includes the Parkway Shenton network of over 50 clinics island-wide, and iXchange, its managed care and employee benefits arm. Together with Parkway Cancer Centre, Parkway MediCentre, Parkway Radiology, Parkway Laboratories, Parkway Rehab and Parkway Emergency Services, IHH SG’s comprehensive range of services underpins its position as the country’s most trusted healthcare provider, known for providing quality medical care and clinical outcomes in Singapore and around the region.

For more information, visit .

About Prudential Assurance Company Singapore (Pte) Ltd (Prudential Singapore)

Prudential Assurance Company Singapore (Pte) Ltd is one of the top life and health insurance companies in Singapore, serving the financial and protection needs of the country’s citizens for 95 years. As at 31 December 2025, it has S$66.3 billion funds under management. The company has an ‘AA’ Financial Strength Rating from leading credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s and delivers a suite of well-rounded product offerings in Protection, Savings and Investment through multiple distribution channels including a network of 5,400 financial representatives.

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Arm Fat Overtakes All Other Concerns as Top Reason Singapore Women Seek Body Sculpting Consultations, Clinic Data Shows

Amaris B. Clinic’s first-half 2026 enquiry figures show arm-related concerns accounted for 41.4% of all body-sculpting enquiries from women, with nearly half of those enquiries coming from women in their 40s. Medical director, Dr Ivan Puah links the trend to perimenopause, slowing metabolism and lifestyle pressures specific to Singapore.


SINGAPORE– Media OutReach Newswire – 17 August 2026 – Arm fat has become the single most common concern driving women to seek body-sculpting consultations in Singapore this year, according to internal enquiry data from Amaris B. Clinic, whose medical director, Dr Ivan Puah, is an MOH-accredited liposuction doctor.

Between January and June 2026, the clinic logged 406 face- and body-sculpting enquiries from women, of which 168 (41.4%) cited arm concerns, more than any other body area. Thirty-one women enquired about more than one area, so individual counts do not sum to the total.

The pattern is one Dr Puah says he sees consistently in practice: Arm fat that resists diet and exercise and that many patients report noticing as they enter their 40s.

Nearly Half of Arm-Concern Enquiries Come From Women in Their 40s

Among women who wrote in specifically about arm concerns, enquiries were heavily concentrated in mid-adulthood, an age range that overlaps with perimenopause for many women:

Share of arm-concern enquiries by age group Chart

Full Breakdown

Age group Percentage of arm-concern enquiries
21 –29 year-olds 4%
30 – 39 year-olds 32%
40 – 49 year-olds 42%
50 – 59 year-olds 11%
60 – 69 year-olds 3%
70 and above 1%

Nearly half of all arm-related enquiries came from women aged 40 to 49, an age range that overlaps with perimenopause for many women.

Why Arm Fat Is Difficult to Shift

Women naturally carry 6 to 11 percentage points more body fat than men, a difference tied to reproductive physiology. Genetics also influence where fat is stored, and some women are predisposed to carrying it in the upper arms, a distribution pattern that responds poorly to exercise alone.

Patients describe the concern in different ways, including upper-arm fat, “bingo wings” or “bat wings” (a combination of loose skin and fat that moves with the arm), and chafing where the arm rubs against the body.

Dr Puah points to two overlapping life stages as the main physiological drivers:

“Perimenopause and menopause are the two life stages we most consistently see linked to arm fat in the clinic. As women approach these stages, metabolism slows, and that shift tends to show up first in areas like the arms and underarms. It’s most noticeable in women with an apple-shaped body distribution,” said Dr Puah.

Hormonal changes associated with ageing, often compounded by stress or poor sleep, can make the body more prone to storing fat and losing lean muscle mass. Skin also loses elasticity with age, which Dr Puah says contributes to the looser, softer contour some patients describe.

Climate, Fashion and Workplace Culture Add Visibility

Singapore’s climate means sleeveless and short-sleeved clothing is worn year-round, keeping arms visible for most of the year. Dr Puah says this, combined with grooming expectations in client-facing and corporate roles, contributes to why arm concerns generate more enquiries in Singapore than they might in cooler markets.

“In Singapore’s climate, women are more conscious of how their arms look in everyday clothing, and arm sculpting is consistently among the most common requests we receive for this concern,” said Dr Puah, who chairs Singapore’s Lipo Peer Review Committee.

Not All Arm Fullness Is the Same, Clinic Says

Dr Puah cautions that upper-arm fullness is not uniform from patient to patient. For some women it is predominantly fat. For others, it is a combination of fat and skin laxity, with genetics, hormonal changes and age all shaping the tissue involved.

“Many women are surprised to learn that arm fat is often genetically predetermined and resistant to exercise. A proper evaluation helps clarify what’s driving the concern and sets realistic expectations for what can be achieved. The rise in enquiries reflects growing awareness that stubborn arm fat is a physiological issue, not a failure of willpower or fitness,” said Dr Puah.

The clinic’s data points to a broader shift: arm concerns are no longer a secondary consideration for patients but a leading driver of body sculpting consultations among women in Singapore, particularly during the perimenopausal transition.

Note on methodology: Figures are drawn from self-reported enquiry records logged by Amaris B. Clinic between 1 January and 30 June 2026 and reflect enquiries at this clinic only; they are not a population-representative survey of Singapore women.
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ABOUT AMARIS B. CLINIC

Founded in 2004 and led by Dr Ivan Puah, Amaris B. Clinic is a Singapore-based medical aesthetics and cosmetic surgery practice. Its services span facial and body sculpting, including liposuction, gynecomastia surgery, and fat grafting, alongside non-surgical treatments such as Ultherapy Prime, biostimulator injections, and hair loss therapy.

Amaris B. Clinic’s Signature Treatments

ABOUT DR IVAN PUAH

Dr Puah, an MOH-accredited liposuction doctor with extensive training in various cosmetic procedures, is committed to providing personalised care with an artful eye and proven medical techniques.

  • Dedicated surgical training in gynecomastia surgery in San Francisco
  • Chairman of the Lipo Peer Review Committee in Singapore
  • Trained in Vaser liposuction (fundamental and hi-definition) in Colorado and Argentina
  • Trained in syringe liposculpture, fat grafting, and thread lift from renowned French plastic surgeon, Dr Pierre Francois Fournier
  • Appointed trainer by Allergan and Merz for fellow doctors on cosmetic injectables
  • Designated trainer for PDO thread lift and Picolaser from Venusys Medical
  • Graduate Diploma in Family Dermatology from NUS
  • Graduate Diploma in Acupuncture from TCMB
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SPEAKIN SPIRE Brings Industry Expertise Directly Into Education To Prepare Asia’s Next Generation of Job-Ready Talent

Flagship Regional Launch in Singapore Brings Together Academic, Corporate and Policy Leaders, with a Focus on Internships Through SPIRE Partner Companies.


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 August 2026 – SpeakIn, Asia’s largest on-demand thought leadership and capability-building platform, today announced the flagship regional launch of the SpeakIn Asia Institute for Industry Readiness and Employability (SPIRE) in Singapore. SPIRE is a dedicated institution designed to connect students and aspiring professionals with accomplished industry leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, and subject-matter experts through structured learning, mentorship, industry-connect programmes, and workforce-readiness initiatives — and by connecting students to real employment and corporate internships, not just training.

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“Every young person deserves the opportunity to learn from those who have already achieved excellence in their chosen field. Talent is universal, but opportunities for mentorship and industry exposure are often unevenly distributed. SPIRE is our commitment to making that access available at scale and to lead to tangible internships and possibly, full time roles, ” said Deepshikha Kumar Anand, Founder of SpeakIn.

What SPIRE Will Deliver

SPIRE works with government bodies, schools, colleges, universities, associations, NGOs, and employers to integrate industry engagement into education and skill development. Its offerings include:

  • Curated industry-connect sessions with business leaders and domain experts
  • Employability and workforce-readiness programmes
  • Career guidance and future-skills training
  • Leadership and entrepreneurship learning modules
  • One-on-one coaching and mentorship through SpeakIn’s FindACoach™ platform
  • Global workforce readiness initiatives for students and young professionals

Building the Bridge to Employment

A defining feature of SPIRE is its focus on outcomes, not just training. Students who complete SPIRE’s readiness programmes specialise into one of three career tracks — Marketing, Engineering, and Operations & Administration — chosen specifically so that the skills they build map directly onto real, hireable roles.

SPIRE partner companies commit to a minimum of two internship placements per cohort for SPIRE-certified students in their relevant track, with decisions on whether a placement is paid, and whether it is extended into a full-time role, remaining entirely at the company’s discretion. This ensures that SPIRE’s promise goes beyond a certificate — offering a genuine, curated pathway from classroom to career. With the launch, SPIRE will also announce two anchor government partnerships currently under development. The first, an Industry Connect Module for government school students in Delhi, aimed at providing meaningful exposure to careers. The second, an MoU signed under the Government of Telangana – the Telangana Global Workforce Readiness Initiative, which seeks to prepare aspiring overseas workers for opportunities across international markets including Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea.

Flagship Regional Launch in Singapore

SPIRE’s regional launch is marked by an invitation-only leadership roundtable in Singapore on 22nd October 2026, convened under SpeakIn’s Asia Dialogues Forum. The roundtable, themed “Talent by Design: How Singapore Is Building the Workforce of Tomorrow, ” brings together senior business leaders, policymakers, education leaders, and industry experts shaping the future of work across Asia.

Singapore has made one of the world’s most deliberate investments in human capital, with initiatives such as SkillsFuture 2.0, the Forward Singapore agenda, the transformation of ITE, and stronger industry-academia collaboration redefining how talent is developed. The closed-door dialogue will explore how Singapore can continue building a future-ready workforce, strengthen education-industry partnerships, accelerate lifelong learning, and sustain its global talent advantage in an AI-first economy — the same principles underpinning SPIRE’s regional model.

Why SPIRE Matters

Across Asia, students increasingly require access to practical knowledge, mentorship, and industry networks that complement formal education. SPIRE has been created with a simple belief: every learner should have the opportunity to engage with people who have built successful careers and can help guide the next generation. By making industry expertise — and genuine employment pathways — more accessible, the institution aims to strengthen employability, confidence, and career readiness for young people across diverse backgrounds and geographies.

Built on Over a Decade of Research and Development

SPIRE is the latest initiative from SpeakIn, which was founded in 2016 on the belief that access to knowledge should not be limited by geography, hierarchy, or circumstance. Over the past two decades, SpeakIn has built Asia’s largest on-demand thought leadership and coaching ecosystem, connecting more than 31,000 curated experts, coaches, and industry leaders with over 3,500 enterprise clients across more than 30 countries. Its clients and partners include leading corporations, educational institutions, government agencies, and professional bodies. SpeakIn is also the creator of FindACoach™, Asia’s largest ICF-partnered coaching platform, and the Asia Dialogues Forum, which convenes leaders from business, government, academia, and civil society across the region. In Singapore, SpeakIn has engaged with public institutions including the

People’s Association, Skills and Workforce Development Agency (SWDA) Singapore, and other capability building organisations on development, and future-readiness sessions. These experiences have helped shape the institutional model that SPIRE now brings to markets across Asia, beginning with this flagship regional launch.
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About SpeakIn

SpeakIn is Asia’s largest on-demand thought leadership and capability-building platform, headquartered in Singapore with a deep and founding presence in India. Founded in 2016, SpeakIn connects more than 3,500 enterprise clients across 30+ countries with a network of over 31,000 curated experts, coaches, and industry leaders. SpeakIn operates through its flagship expert network, FindACoach™, the Asia Dialogues Forum, and the SpeakIn Asia Institute for Industry Readiness and Employability (SPIRE). SpeakIn is SOC 2 Type 2 certified and an ICF Global MoU Partner.