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Alipay debuts AI agent interface “Ah Bao” in China
Alipay debuts AI agent interface “Ah Bao” in China
Users only need to speak to Ah Bao, pick a service listed, and pay for it without switching apps or pages.
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Hong Kong credit card balances rise as revolving lines fall
Hong Kong credit card balances rise as revolving lines fall
Personal loans and credit cards grow whilst revolving credit and loan-on-card shrink.
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Citi Mobile App launches e-vouchers at 500 merchant outlets
Citi Mobile App launches e-vouchers at 500 merchant outlets
Citi Mastercard holders are offered exclusive discounts and perks at certain hotels.
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Interest income and fees drive Japan bank profits up 32.7% to $37.25b
Interest income and fees drive Japan bank profits up 32.7% to $37.25b
NPLs slightly increased although the NPL ratio dipped to 0.64%.
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Australia streamlines financial accountability rules
Australia streamlines financial accountability rules
The changes will halve compliance updates for 4,500 people.
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Japan's megabanks target live stablecoin transactions in FY2026
Japan's megabanks target live stablecoin transactions in FY2026
The three will establish a voluntary council for this goal.
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China and Indonesia link cross-border QR payments
China and Indonesia link cross-border QR payments
Chinese users can use their UnionPay app, Alipay, and banking pps.
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Citi names JianXun Toh as JANA head of corporate banking
Citi names JianXun Toh as JANA head of corporate banking
Citi is in the process of identifying a new head of T&C, it said.
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SME Bank nets $9.9m from zakat entrepreneur programme
SME Bank nets $9.9m from zakat entrepreneur programme
The Malaysian lender said that its programme services nearly 1,000 entrepreneurs.
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UnionBank hits 2 million credit cards in circulation
UnionBank hits 2 million credit cards in circulation
It also claims the highest Visa credit payment volume among Philippine banks in 2025.
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CommBank opens $4.25m Ballarat branch
CommBank opens $4.25m Ballarat branch
The Aussie bank expects to invest a further A$140m to upgrade its branch network.
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ANZ NZ names chief risk officer Ben Kelleher as next CEO
ANZ NZ names chief risk officer Ben Kelleher as next CEO
Antonia Watson will retire on 30 September 2026.
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Mizuho mulls cutting investment units to broaden investor base
Mizuho mulls cutting investment units to broaden investor base
It acknowledged it as a way to increase the liquidity of its shares.
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Hong Kong, China and Indonesia ink MOU to boost rupiah-renminbi transactions
Hong Kong, China and Indonesia ink MOU to boost rupiah-renminbi transactions
They will establish a cooperation framework.
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TransUnion offers free credit report to HK residents who lose their HKID
TransUnion offers free credit report to HK residents who lose their HKID
They can schedule an appointment online within 30 days of the loss.
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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.
How will China’s bank restructuring law reshape the industry?
Stronger lenders may acquire stakes in weaker financial institutions.
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BofA sees treasury roles shifting toward strategic advisory
Clients are holding more liquidity in Singapore amid uncertainty.
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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.
Wealth Management
Wealth clients shift focus from returns to retirement security
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Advisers face pressure to deliver faster service and broader financial planning.
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Energy price volatility highlights structural gaps for managing FX risk in APAC
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