More companies in Asia headed for bankruptcy


SINGAPORE: Persistently high interest rates are putting stress on corporate balance sheets and leaving increasing numbers of firms here and across the region at risk of bankruptcy, according to a new report and experts.

The report noted that high interest rates have created an unfavourable borrowing environment, operational challenges and dented consumer spending.

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