StoneBench is a research, editorial and thought leadership studio specialising in

Geoeconomics Globalisation   and   trade Finance Sustainability Tech   and   public   policy

Our work

Supply chain disruption Supply chain disruption

This report explores post-COVID supply chain disruptions and sustainability in Asia-Pacific, and was written on the back of a survey, interviews and desk research, for Economist Intelligence Unit and Citibank.

ICT investments driving digital economy ICT investments driving digital economy

A whitepaper exploring the importance of ICT investments on the global digital economy, written on the back of a global survey, interviews and desk research, for Economist Impact Studios, GSMA Intelligence and Huawei.

Gender equality in Asian business Gender equality in Asian business

This report explores the need to narrow the gender gap in corporate leadership in Asia. Written for the Emerging Markets Institute at INSEAD, the report is based on insights from interviews with corporate leaders from financial services and technology firms across Asia-Pacific.

Asian CEO outlook Asian CEO outlook

We supported the delivery of a regional report for KPMG, in which we assessed Asian CEOs’ views on the economy, technology, talent and sustainability.

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What we do

Deep research meets stylised storytelling

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Strategic advisory

We help organisations navigate change through editorially-driven strategic advisory—translating shifts in policy, markets or geopolitics into clear narratives that influence stakeholders

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Thought leadership

We prepare insights-driven research reports, white papers, opinion pieces and speeches that help organisations set the agenda, spark conversations and demonstrate authority

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Custom research

We help join the dots by diving deep into data and trends, and through our secondary research and interviewing expertise to prepare research decks, speaking notes, and customised insights and reports that drive business strategy

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Editorial

We craft your message with clarity. From copyediting and proofreading to thorough meticulous fact-checking, we refine your content to resonate powerfully with your audience

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Branded content

We combine our understanding of global trends, research expertise and writing flair to craft advertorials that position your brand and build visibility

Case studies

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

Curating an Asia-focused digital publication for a global business audience

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STRATEGIC ADVISORY

A strategic content partner to a leading bank

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Clients and partners

Perspectives

Sharp, fresh insights from our experts and collaborators, exploring the future of globalisation, geoeconomics, sustainability, technology and business.

The tariff war is about power, not globalisation The tariff war is about power, not globalisation
BP’s reversal from renewables a sign of the times BP’s reversal from renewables a sign of the times
The Indonesia that America created The Indonesia that America created
Globalisation, but of a different kind Globalisation, but of a different kind
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Contact

Singapore

1 North Bridge Road
#16-08 High Street Centre
Singapore 179094
Phone: +65 94247300
Email: siddharth@stonebench.sg

India

H2, Apsara Apartments,
67 Park Street,
Kolkata - 700 016
Phone: +91 9831061162
Email: shivaji@stonebench.sg

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Curating an Asia-focused digital publication for
a global business audience

We partnered with a large US-based multinational professional services firm to set up and manage a regionally focused digital publication. From social shifts to technological disruption, political risk to environmental pressures–our brief was to bring to light themes that matter. The goal: to help global executives understand Asia’s fast-changing business landscape through nuanced insights and sharp editorial judgement.

End-to-end editorial ownership with regional expertise

StoneBench led the editorial direction for the publication—setting the calendar, proposing themes, and selecting topics that spoke both to companies operating in Asia and to those looking in. Based on research and our understanding of Asia, we brought a regional lens to global issues, ensuring each piece reflects the unique dynamics of Asian economies, industries and institutions.

Commissioning, editing, publishing

We managed the entire editorial process–from weekly planning calls with the client, to outreach and commissioning of articles, to editing through to the publication of five pieces each week. We worked directly with contributors to refine their arguments and sharpen their pieces, to ensure each piece met the publication’s and the client’s standards. The result was a steady pipeline of insightful pieces delivered on schedule.

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A strategic content partner to a leading bank

We work closely with one of the region’s most prominent banks, serving as a trusted editorial partner across a wide range of strategic communication and thought leadership needs. From helping shape the bank’s external voice to crafting internal narratives, we bring depth and clarity to its communications –from consumer banking and SME banking to digital payments, trade digitalisation and sustainability.

Editorial support across the spectrum

Our work spans opinion pieces, insights, whitepapers, advertorials and social media collateral, in addition to speeches and talking points for senior executives at conferences. We also support the bank through background research and briefing notes for events, and deliver sharp, structured pieces after.

Shaping campaigns with editorial depth

We supported one of the bank’s major campaigns, crafting content tailored for strategic client communication, as well as for broader public engagement—ensuring a coherent narrative across all touchpoints. We similarly advise on key macro trends and how the bank’s communications can be strategically focused to ensure relevance, showcase support of clients, and open new opportunities for different business units.