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SMBC launches transaction banking brand SMBC Connect
SMBC launches transaction banking brand SMBC Connect
The Japanese megabank is revamping its TB and especially its cash management services.
5 hours ago
Japan Post Bank flags $27.07b securities losses for FY2026
Japan Post Bank flags $27.07b securities losses for FY2026
It does not expect the losses to have any impact on its earnings or annual dividend.
5 hours ago
JPMorgan and Houlihan Lokey are top M&A financial advisers in Q1: GlobalData
JPMorgan and Houlihan Lokey are top M&A financial advisers in Q1: GlobalData
JPMorgan advised $24.7b in deals whilst Houlihan Lokey advised 19 deals.
5 hours ago
Green SM Laos onboards Umoney e-wallet to payments
Green SM Laos onboards Umoney e-wallet to payments
The two will develop digital and financial payment solutions for Green SM drivers.
5 hours ago
Union Bank of the Philippines’ net income doubles to $62.69m in Q1
Union Bank of the Philippines’ net income doubles to $62.69m in Q1
It noted some trading losses associated with the Iran conflict, however.
5 hours ago
Bank Mandiri Q1 profit up 16.6% as Agrinas drives loan growth
Bank Mandiri Q1 profit up 16.6% as Agrinas drives loan growth
The bank is prioritising asset quality and underwriting discipline, leading to slower retail loan growth.
8 hours ago
FWD Macau taps Banco Well Link for bancassurance partnership
FWD Macau taps Banco Well Link for bancassurance partnership
The offer includes insurance services for high-net-worth individuals.
11 hours ago
Commonwealth Bank of Australia deploys agentic AI to detect scam patterns
Commonwealth Bank of Australia deploys agentic AI to detect scam patterns
It also creates new rules to intercept scams, approved by the bank’s fraud analytics team.
3 days ago
Citi forms new investor group to replace asset managers cluster
Citi forms new investor group to replace asset managers cluster
Vikram Chavali will continue to lead FSI for JANA and Asia South.
3 days ago
Natixis CIB opens branch in India’s GIFT City
Natixis CIB opens branch in India’s GIFT City
It offers foreign currency denominated structured products and finance, amongst others.
4 days ago
Ant Int’l deploys privacy enhancing technologies in Alipay+
Ant Int’l deploys privacy enhancing technologies in Alipay+
Only encrypted data is transferred to Alipay+ for processing.
4 days ago
CIMB sees no Q1 asset quality hit from oil shock
CIMB sees no Q1 asset quality hit from oil shock
Direct, first-order impact on its overall portfolio is likely to be contained, according to management.
4 days ago
Lower credit costs lift ICICI Bank profits to $1.46b in Q4
HDFC Bank profit rises 9% to $2.04b on treasury income gains
HDFC Bank profit rises 9% to $2.04b on treasury income gains
But fee income growth is slower than expected.
4 days ago
Fragmented rules and AI push banks to overhaul controls
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Fragmented rules and AI push banks to overhaul controls
Governance gaps and rising cyber risks force tighter oversight as AI scales.
4 days ago
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How can foreign ownership shape India’s financial institutions?
Capital access may improve but credit impact depends on risk discipline and governance.
How can HSBC and StanChart-backed stablecoins change HKD payments?
Different target users may determine whether bank-led tokens gain everyday traction.
How can Vietnam lenders manage liquidity stress?
The loan-deposit growth gap pushes banks toward risky wholesale funding.
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Banks lag tech firms in driving credit card use
Delayed rewards and weak reminders leave cardholders disengaged.
5 days ago
HSBC unveils biggest wealth centre in Singapore
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Wood, stone, and textured fabrics with layered lighting create a private space.
6 days ago
Cards & Payments
SWIFT payment framework targets clearer fees and faster tracing
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More than 50 banks back changes that rely on existing systems.
6 days ago
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Foreign owners scale digital credit via Philippine rural banks
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Digital lending models are stretching the rural banking mandate.
Banking Technology
Japanese banks bet billions on Indian finance, tech growth
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GFTN is working with both sides on talent, technology, and market access.
DBS urges portfolio rebalancing as volatility rises
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Investors should avoid excessive exposure to any single market or asset class.
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ZA Bank’s Sidney Siu champions compliance by design
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Governance isn’t a blocker, it’s a leadership tool.
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