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Standard Chartered ink partnerships to deepen global Indian proposition
Standard Chartered ink partnerships to deepen global Indian proposition
The bank wants to further unlock access to Indian business networks in Singapore.
2 days ago
Chinese banks lift bond holdings amidst weak credit demand
Total bond investments hit a 13.5% growth rate for 2021-2025.
3 days ago
Citi’s India IPO pipeline ‘largest on record’
India’s overall IPOs are expected to hit between US$15b to US$20b through Q3 2026.
3 days ago
DBS Bank teams up with Cohen & Steers for new fund
The US firm aims to strengthen its presence in Asia through its new Singapore office.
DBS Bank (Hong Kong) aims to boost cross-border investments
It aims to strengthen cross-border capital flow and help smaller asset managers expand.
CIMB and Principal expand regional fund offerings for investors
The funds are launched in Malaysia and Thailand.
CIMB unveils new wealth management platform in Malaysia
This is reportedly the first CIO domiciled in Malaysia to serve affluent customers.
APAC investment banking fees up 4% to $18.6b in 9M 2025
ECM underwriting fees hit its highest nine-month period in 2 years.
Citi poaches BofA banker for vice chair of tech investment banking
Ric Spencer was global co-head of technology investment banking in BofA.
Singapore’s investment banking fees rise 31.5% in 9M 2025
ECM underwriting fees and M&A advisory fees have more than doubled.
BofA launches gen AI solution AskGPS using 3,200 internal documents
It is expected to help employees answer client queries faster.
DBS positions digital exchange as safe gateway in $4t asset market
ETFs have become a vehicle for institutions to access bitcoins without the complexity.
DBS expands FX and commodities products as clients seek higher returns
DBS' 300,000 wealth clients are increasingly embracing FX and precious metals, said Rohit Meena.
Australian regulator’s private credit scrutiny supports market stability: analyst
Better transparency, reporting, and oversight will strengthen the market.
Regulator urges stronger standards in Australia's private credit sector
A review found opaque remuneration and fee structures, amongst other concerns.
SMBC names Sridhar Srinivasan as APAC transaction banking COO
He will be based in Singapore.
SEA, China’s GBA emerging as key sustainable finance hubs
Sustainability-focused assets in the region reached $220b in H1 2025.
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