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Asia insurers risk irrelevance as protection gaps widen
Asia insurers risk irrelevance as protection gaps widen
An expert said Singapore saves 36% of its income despite having high protection and critical illness gaps.
15 hours ago
Banks urged to turn pricing into a strategic growth lever
Banks urged to turn pricing into a strategic growth lever
A consultant says data-driven pricing can boost revenue and lower funding costs without sacrificing volume.
16 hours ago
AI governance failures threaten banks’ returns
AI governance failures threaten banks’ returns
95% of GenAI spend has no outcome as organisations remain in the early stages of adoption.
16 hours ago
Insurers chase AI gains as workers fear job losses
Insurers chase AI gains as workers fear job losses
Ninety-two million jobs may be displaced by AI by 2030.
16 hours ago
Trust Bank taps ecosystem to fuel digital banking growth
Trust Bank taps ecosystem to fuel digital banking growth
The digital lender credits partnerships, not just tech, for its scale to one million customers in under four years
17 hours ago
Asia insurers risk share loss as product edge fades
Asia insurers risk share loss as product edge fades
Joshi said seven or eight insurers now often compete with similar products.
17 hours ago
Organised crime forces banks to rethink fraud prevention
Organised crime forces banks to rethink fraud prevention
Industry leaders say collaboration is key to combating organised financial crime.
18 hours ago
AI avatars Wendy and Wayne debut in OCBC WoW app
AI avatars Wendy and Wayne debut in OCBC WoW app
New app debuts round-the-clock portfolio insights through virtual advisers.
18 hours ago
JCB contactless payment launches in Taipei Metro
JCB contactless payment launches in Taipei Metro
Contactless payments are now available across four of Taiwan’s major metro systems.
21 hours ago
China's affluent household wealth hits $21.34t as succession wave looms
China's affluent household wealth hits $21.34t as succession wave looms
Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong rank as the top three cities with the richest households.
21 hours ago
Mizuho and Bank of Baroda join forces on India M&A finance
Mizuho and Bank of Baroda join forces on India M&A finance
The alliance also covers foreign exchange hedging and escrow support for transactions.
22 hours ago
Middle East conflict threatens APAC banks with $180b losses
Middle East conflict threatens APAC banks with $180b losses
S&P says 92% of regional lenders still hold stable outlooks despite growing uncertainty.
22 hours ago
AI oversight gains urgency as deepfake scams surge 2,000%
AI oversight gains urgency as deepfake scams surge 2,000%
Ashwini Karandikar urged firms to map every point where AI influences risk-bearing decisions this year.
22 hours ago
RHB warns UOB faces margin loan and asset quality risks
RHB warns UOB faces margin loan and asset quality risks
Commercial real estate remains a concern despite signs of improvement in some markets.
1 day ago
Mynt IPO could raise $1.5b for GCash parent
Mynt IPO could raise $1.5b for GCash parent
The final price will be set later through a book building process.
1 day ago
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How could China's investment curbs shift wealth between Singapore and Hong Kong?
Rules taking effect on 1 July allow reviews of deals tied to national security.
How exposed are Philippine banks to Iran war?
Debt in oil-sensitive sectors could spill into the banking system.
How can Singapore’s big banks offset weaker lending margins?
Net interest income at DBS, OCBC, and UOB is expected to fall this year.
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Cards & Payments
Stablecoins move into payment infrastructure
Visa says trust remains key to adoption.
Wholesale Banking
BofA sees treasury roles shifting toward strategic advisory
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Clients are holding more liquidity in Singapore amid uncertainty.
Cash Management
Chinese SMEs expand into ASEAN through digital-first model
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Consumer goods, digital solutions, and logistics are driving outbound expansion.
Investment Banking
IPOs spur Hong Kong bank hiring rebound
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Workforce across 15 lenders fell 0.73% to 74,376 in 2025.
Singapore banks stretch hiring as caution deepens
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Headcount across 15 lenders rose just 0.005% in 2025.
Economy
How are banks strengthening buffers against oil price shocks?
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China-based banks will likely bear the largest impact.
Lending & Credit
Australia rate hikes may slow lending at major banks
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Refinancing activity could rise as borrowers search for cheaper mortgages.
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