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Philippines’ global appeal reinforced by culture and public sentiment in new Global Soft Power Index
New Brand Finance data highlights the Philippines’ strongest perceptions in friendliness and fun, alongside improving cultural influence and business accessibility People & Values strength: Philippines ranks 18 th globally for fun and 22 nd for friendliness, reinforcing positive public … read more
Thailand a top 10 nation for perceptions of food and fun
New Brand Finance report reflects Thailand’s strong global appeal, supported by tourism strength and business confidence Thailand ranks 12 th globally for being a great place to visit, reinforcing tourism appeal Business confidence strengthens: Thailand ranks 18 th for ease … read more
Malaysia ranks 35th for global Soft Power, strengthened by openness and accessibility
New Brand Finance data highlights Malaysia’s strengthening perceptions of openness, engagement, and regional credibility Business accessibility: Malaysia ranks 16 th for ease of doing business Regional confidence: Malaysia ranks 29 th for ‘good relations with other countries’ People and values … read more
Australia ranks 16th for global Soft Power, anchored by reputation and lifestyle
New Brand Finance data highlights Australia’s continued advantage in trusted governance and cultural appeal Lifestyle advantage: Australia ranks 5 th for being a great place to visit and 9 th for its appealing lifestyle Worldwide sentiment: Australia ranks 9 th … read more
Nearly 40% of Japanese brands ranked in Global 500 record double-digit growth in 2026
Brand Finance’s Global 500 2026 report reveals 33 leading Japanese brands are collectively valued at $489.9 billion Toyota climbs four ranks to be the world’s 15 th strongest brand  $118.2 billion: Value of Japan’s key automobile brands in global ranking … read more
11 ASEAN brands shine amongst the world’s 500 most valuable brands
Brand Finance’s Global 500 2026 report reveals six of the region’s top 11 brands are from the banking sector Singapore’s DBS ranks among the world’s top 50 strongest brands PETRONAS and PTT’s legacy continue, over a decade in the global rankings … read more
NTT Data’s brand value rises 7%, reaffirms position as world’s fifth most valuable IT Services brand
AI expertise underpins brand strength as Japanese IT services brands compete at the global forefront Japanese IT Services brands in global ranking record 5% of year-on-year growth Three Japanese IT Services brand account for 10% of sector’s total brand value … read more
Consolidation at the summit: Commonwealth Bank, Woolworths and Telstra lead in Australia 100 2026
New Brand Finance data shows Australia’s top 100 brands are valued at $207 billion in 2026, growing 7% year-on-year $16 billion: Commonwealth Bank remains Australia’s top brand with 2% brand value increase Australia Post becomes the nation’s strongest brand with … read more

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